DT Technician

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Otley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Cottenham Village College is seeking a skilled DT Technician to support the Design & Technology department. The role focuses on preparing resources, materials and equipment for practical lessons, while ensuring safety and maintenance of workshop facilities.

The successful candidate will have experience in a practical environment, strong health and safety awareness, and the ability to work independently within a team. Commitment to safeguarding students is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a practical or workshop environment.
• Strong health and safety awareness.
• Good practical skills with tools and machinery.
• Strong organisational abilities.
• Independent working capability.
• Positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain consumables, workshop tools, PPE to support lessons.
• Lead health and safety compliance and records.
• Keep health and safety documentation up to date.
• Carry out equipment checks and servicing.
• Carry out minor repairs or replacements to tools.
• Construct jigs, moulds, fittings for teaching.
• Provide technical support to teaching staff during lessons.
• Manage stock levels and deliveries.
• Assist with technology displays and promote DT.

Skills

Practical/workshop experience

Health and safety awareness

Tool/machinery handling

Organisational skills

Team-oriented approach

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Cottenham Village College

14 hours per week | Permanent

FTE Salary: £27,275 - £28,154

Actual Salary: £8,852 - £9,137

Closing date: 27th September

Start date: As soon as possible

About Cottenham Village College

Cottenham Village College is a thriving, inclusive secondary school within Astrea Academy Trust, located just north of Cambridge. The College is committed to high standards, strong community values, and providing an ambitious education that enables every student to succeed. Staff at Cottenham work collaboratively in a supportive environment, where professional development is encouraged and contribution is valued.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and organised DT Technician to support the Design & Technology department. This role is essential to the effective delivery of practical lessons, ensuring resources, materials and equipment are prepared, safe, and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor consumables, workshop tools, equipment and PPE within the Design & Technology department to ensure students can access a wide range of materials and processes
• Lead the department on all aspects of health and safety, ensuring full compliance at all times
• Maintain up-to-date health and safety documentation, including paperwork, training records, machine servicing and safety checks
• Undertake required health and safety training and carry out regular health and safety equipment checks across all Technology rooms
• Maintain machinery and equipment in line with health and safety requirements, carrying out minor repairs or replacements to tools, electronics equipment and machines as necessary
• Construct small jigs, moulds and fittings to support practical teaching and learning
• Provide technical support to teaching staff during lessons and practical activities, responding flexibly to departmental needs
• Maintain and monitor stock levels, including ordering materials and equipment and receiving and checking deliveries
• Support staff with practical projects as demands arise
• Assist with the production and updating of Technology displays
• Support staff in promoting and raising the profile of Design & Technology within and beyond the school
• Undertake any additional duties commensurate with the role, as requested by the Head of Department

What We Are Looking For

• Experience working in a practical or workshop-based environment (education desirable but not essential)
• Strong awareness of health and safety procedures, particularly in a DT setting
• Practical skills and confidence working with tools, machinery and materials
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently
• A positive, flexible and team-orientated approach
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.