DT Technician

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Minerva Learning Trust is seeking a DT Technician at Netherthorpe School in Staveley, Chesterfield. The role supports teaching staff in the Design and Technology department, helping to maintain safe workshop environments and prepare equipment for lessons.

You will assist with practical activities, ensure health and safety compliance, and contribute to a positive, supportive learning atmosphere for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff across the Design and Technology department.
• Prepare equipment and materials for lessons, including Food lessons.
• Maintain safe workshop environments and ensure health and safety practices.

Job description

Closing date: 05 October 2026
Minerva Learning Trust is a growing multi-academy trust committed to providing an outstanding education for students from a wide variety of backgrounds across Sheffield and Derbyshire. Founded in 2014, Minerva Learning Trust has expanded to a thriving family of schools, including primary, secondary, sixth form, and a unique post-16 provision. We have a strong track record of school improvement, successfully transforming schools from Ofsted ratings of RI and Inadequate to GOOD. Netherthorpe School is a popular 11-18 school in Staveley, Chesterfield. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.
We are seeking to appoint DT Technician. The successful candidate will assist teaching staff across the Department in providing safe areas for students and teaching staff. The DT Technician will provide support, by the preparation of equipment for the subject including Food lessons. The DT Technician will undertake a practical health and safety role for the relevant department.