Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November Start

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Widnes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

CPD through The National College

Dedicated education recruitment <em>co

Support throughout recruitment

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting a Design and Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Widnes, Halton, after October half-term. The role supports teaching staff with preparation, organisation and maintenance of practical teaching resources within a busy DT department.

Ideal candidates will have practical workshop experience with tools and machinery, a solid understanding of health and safety in a school workshop, and the ability to work independently alongside teaching staff.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician or Workshop Technician is preferred.
• Practical knowledge of workshop tools, machinery and materials.
• Experience with wood, metal, plastics or other DT materials.
• Solid understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Set up and clear away practical classroom activities.
• Maintain workshop equipment and teaching resources.
• Support safe use and storage of tools and machinery.
• Monitor stock levels and organise materials.
• Assist with routine equipment checks and maintenance.
• Support teachers with demonstrations and activities.
• Maintain clean, organised and safe workshop environments.
• Follow school health and safety procedures.
• Support the wider DT department as required.

Skills

Design Technology Technician

Workshop Technician

Woodworking

Machinery operation

Health and safety

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November Start

Location: Widnes, Halton

Start Date: After October half-term 2026

Working Pattern: 5 days per week

Contract: School-based temporary vacancy

Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Design and Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Widnes, Halton, following the October half-term break.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DT Technician, Workshop Technician or practical technical support professional to work within a secondary school Design and Technology department.

The school requires someone who can provide reliable technical support, maintain equipment and resources, and help ensure that practical lessons are delivered safely and effectively.

The position is available five days per week, starting after the October half-term break.

The Role

As a Design Technology Technician, you will support teaching staff with the preparation, organisation and maintenance of practical teaching resources.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons

• Setting up and clearing away practical classroom activities

• Maintaining workshop equipment and teaching resources

• Supporting the safe use and storage of tools and machinery

• Monitoring stock levels and organising materials

• Assisting with routine equipment checks and maintenance

• Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and activities

• Maintaining clean, organised and safe workshop environments

• Following school health and safety procedures

• Supporting the wider Design and Technology department as required

The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in practical teaching environments and understand the importance of safe workshop procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in applicants who have:

• Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician or Workshop Technician

• Practical knowledge of workshop tools, machinery and materials

• Experience working with wood, metal, plastics or other DT materials

• A sound understanding of workshop health and safety

• Strong organisational and practical problem-solving skills

• The ability to maintain equipment and prepare resources

• Confidence working independently and alongside teaching staff

• A reliable, proactive and professional approach

Previous experience working in a school or college would be advantageous.

Candidates from relevant engineering, manufacturing, joinery, workshop or technical backgrounds may also be considered where their practical experience is transferable to a secondary school environment.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

As a Design Technology Technician working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive rates of pay

• Weekly pay

• A genuine school-based vacancy

• A dedicated education recruitment consultant

• Access to further technician and school support opportunities

• Free CPD through The National College

• Support throughout the recruitment process

• Ongoing assistance during your placement

Important Applicant Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute reliably to Widnes.

The successful candidate will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.