Design & Technology Workshop Technician

Randstad UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support teachers and pupils in a busy DT department. You will prep spaces, tools, and resources, ensuring safety and readiness for lessons, while maintaining workshop equipment and implementing safety standards.

The role requires hands-on experience in a school DT environment, an Enhanced DBS, and strong references. You will work across timetabled periods to balance requests from staff and contribute to a safe, productive learning

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on experience in a school DT environment or similar workshop setting.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to apply) on Update Service.
• Strong professional references covering two years of employment or placements.
• Valid legal entitlement to work full-time in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timber, plastics, metals, and textiles for practical lessons.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate, and service workshop machinery and hand tools.
• Enforce workshop safety standards (CLEAPSS/DATA/COSHH) and maintain safety equipment.

Skills

Hands-on workshop experience

Enhanced DBS

Strong references

UK work entitlement

Practical workshop aptitude

Health & safety knowledge

Material preparation

CAD/CAM literacy

Tool sharpening & care

Organisational skills

Tools

TechSoft 2D Design

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

Randstad UK is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support teachers and pupils in a busy DT department. You will prep spaces, tools, and resources, ensuring safety and readiness for lessons, while maintaining workshop equipment and implementing safety standards.

The role requires hands-on experience in a school DT environment, an Enhanced DBS, and strong references. You will work across timetabled periods to balance requests from staff and contribute to a safe, productive learning