DT Technician

Tradewind Recruitment; Harrow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Harrow is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to assist in running the DT department, ensuring equipment and safety standards are met. The role demands experience in a practical environment, knowledge of safety protocols, and skills in various materials. You will prepare lessons, maintain machinery, and support teaching staff. This full-time, term-time position offers a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to grow technical skills in a collaborative educational setting.

Benefits

Supportive DT department

Opportunity to develop technical skills

Friendly school environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in a DT workshop or similar practical environment.
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures (COSHH, risk assessments).
• Practical skills in areas such as woodwork, metalwork, electronics.

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, tools, and equipment for DT lessons.
• Maintaining machinery and ensuring safe storage of tools.
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons when required.

Skills

Experience in a DT workshop or similar practical environment

Knowledge of health & safety procedures

Practical skills in woodwork, metalwork, electronics

Strong organisational skills

Proactive and reliable approach

Job description

Design & Technology Technician - Harrow

Location: Harrow, North West London

Start Date: ASAP / September Start

Contract: Full-time | Term-time

A well-resourced secondary school in Harrow is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support the smooth running of the DT department, including workshops and classrooms.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, tools, and equipment for DT lessons
• Maintaining machinery and ensuring safe storage of tools and resources
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons when required
• Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed at all times
• Managing stock levels and ordering materials as needed
• Assisting with displays, coursework preparation, and exams support

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working in a DT workshop or similar practical environment
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures (COSHH, risk assessments)
• Practical skills in areas such as woodwork, metalwork, electronics, or resistant materials
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, reliable, and safety-conscious approach

Why Join This School?

• Supportive DT department with excellent facilities
• Opportunity to develop technical skills in an educational setting
• Friendly and collaborative school environment

Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience

To apply, please submit your CV or contact us for more information