Design & Technology Workshop Technician

Marchant Recruitment; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a practical and enthusiastic Design and Technology Technician to support the DT department in Sevenoaks, Kent. The role focuses on preparing materials, maintaining equipment and creating a safe, productive environment for practical learning.

You will work with teaching staff to ensure workshops and classrooms are well-equipped, organised, and ready for lessons, while following safety procedures and safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a workshop/DT environments is advantageous.
• Good health and safety practices and awareness.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding and background checks.
• Ability to work with teachers and learners in practical settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for Design and Technology lessons.
• Set up practical activities as required by teachers.
• Clean, inspect and maintain tools and equipment.
• Keep workshops and storage areas organised and safe.
• Monitor materials and consumables and report stock requirements.
• Support teachers during practical lessons as needed.
• Identify and report faulty equipment or safety hazards.
• Follow workshop safety procedures and school policies.

Skills

Workshop experience

Practical skills

Organisational skills

Health and safety

Teamwork

Safeguarding checks

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a practical and enthusiastic Design and Technology Technician to support the DT department in Sevenoaks, Kent. The role focuses on preparing materials, maintaining equipment and creating a safe, productive environment for practical learning.

You will work with teaching staff to ensure workshops and classrooms are well-equipped, organised, and ready for lessons, while following safety procedures and safeguarding requirements.