Design & Technology Workshop Technician

Eteach International; East Midlands; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

O2 discounts

Specsavers vouchers

NUS Card

Well-being programs

Job summary

Avanti Fields School in Leicester is seeking a skilled Design and Technology Technician to support practical teaching across Design Technology and Food Technology. You will prepare resources, maintain equipment and workshops, and provide technical support to ensure safe, well organised lessons.

You will work with teachers to support practical lessons, exams and projects, maintaining high safety standards and efficient workshop operations.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English, mathematics and science are required.
• Experience and excellent track record in health and safety in a support role.
• Ability to make decisions in consultation with the Class Teacher and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of all students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, equipment, tools and practical resources for Design Technology and Food Technology lessons, including creating jigs and specialist set-ups.
• Provide practical support, advice and demonstrations to pupils and staff, helping them use equipment and resources safely.
• Maintain, repair and organise tools, machinery and equipment; manage stock levels and liaise with suppliers.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, cleanliness and organisation across workshops and preparation areas; develop risk assessments and safe storage.
• Support practical examinations and GCSE work, including during busy periods.

Skills

Decision making

Safeguarding

Team collaboration

Practical skills

Education

GCSEs including English Maths Science

Tools

Health and safety training

Job description

Avanti Fields School in Leicester is seeking a skilled Design and Technology Technician to support practical teaching across Design Technology and Food Technology. You will prepare resources, maintain equipment and workshops, and provide technical support to ensure safe, well organised lessons.

You will work with teachers to support practical lessons, exams and projects, maintaining high safety standards and efficient workshop operations.