DT/Art Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a Design Technology/Art Technician to support the Art and Design & Technology departments. This role involves preparing materials for lessons, providing technical guidance, and maintaining workshop safety. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience with tools and machinery, contributing to a vibrant learning environment for students. Join us to inspire the next generation of artists and designers!

Benefits

CPD Opportunities

Competitive hourly rates

Qualifications

• Experience with tools and workshop safety protocols.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools and materials for practical lessons.
• Support students and staff during lessons.
• Maintain safe and compliant workshop environments.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Creativity

Technical Guidance

Education

Relevant qualifications in Art or Design Technology

Tools

Laser Cutters

3D Printers

Kilns

Job description

Job Title: DT/Art Technician
Location: Waltham Forest, East London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time Term-Time Only
Salary: 14 - 16 per hour (dependent on experience)

Are you a creative, hands-on individual with a flair for design and the arts? A forward-thinking secondary school in Waltham Forest is looking to appoint a skilled and proactive Design Technology/Art Technician to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting both the Art and Design & Technology departments, helping to create a vibrant and inspiring learning environment for students.

About the Role:

• Prepare and organise tools, materials, and equipment for practical lessons across Art and DT
• Support students and staff during lessons, providing technical guidance when needed
• Ensure all tools, machinery, and materials are safely maintained and compliant with health and safety standards
• Monitor and manage departmental stock and supplies, including ordering materials such as timber, adhesives, paints, and art tools
• Contribute to the display of student work and project outcomes throughout the school
• Maintain tidy, well-organised workshops and studio spaces

Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications or practical experience in Art, Design Technology, or a related discipline
• Familiarity with tools, machinery, and workshop safety protocols (experience with laser cutters, 3D printers, or kilns is highly desirable)
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks independently
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach to supporting creativity in the classroom
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

• CPD Opportunities - Through our partnership with the National College, you'll have access to a wide range of online professional development courses
• Competitive hourly rates, reflective of your experience and skill set
• The chance to make a real impact on students' hands-on learning experiences in a creative setting

If you're excited to support the next generation of designers and artists, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now to join this fantastic school in Waltham Forest, or send your CV to (url removed).

For more information about this role, please contact Tom on (phone number removed) (option 3).