DT Technician

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Padham's Green; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a DT Technician to join a secondary school in Barking & Dagenham from November 2026. The role involves supporting Design Technology lessons, preparing and maintaining workshop equipment, and ensuring safety in a busy school DT department.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Design Technology or related areas such as Resistant Materials, Product Design, or Engineering, with a strong focus on workshop safety and organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in Design Technology and related subjects are essential.
• Ability to work safely in workshop environments and with students.
• Strong organisational and practical skills for maintaining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for DT lessons.
• Maintain workshop areas and machinery.
• Support practical lessons and demonstrations.
• Carry out routine equipment checks.
• Manage stock and resources for the department.
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed.
• Support staff with projects and practical activities.

Skills

Design Technology

Resistant Materials

Product Design

Engineering

Woodwork

Workshop environments

Job description

DT Technician - Secondary School - Barking & Dagenham

Location: Barking & Dagenham, East London
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Role: DT Technician / Design Technology Technician

Tradewind Recruitment are looking for a DT Technician to join a secondary school in Barking & Dagenham from November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Technology Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician or Resistant Materials Technician looking to work within a busy and supportive secondary school DT department.

The Role

You will support teachers and students across practical Design Technology lessons, helping to ensure workshops, equipment and resources are prepared and maintained safely.

Duties will include:

• Preparing tools, materials and equipment for DT lessons
• Maintaining workshop areas and machinery
• Supporting practical lessons
• Carrying out routine equipment checks
• Managing stock and resources
• Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed
• Supporting staff with practical demonstrations and projects

The Ideal Candidate

You will ideally have experience within:

• Design Technology
• Resistant Materials
• Product Design
• Engineering
• Woodwork
• Workshop or technical environments

Previous school experience would be advantageous, although candidates with strong practical or workshop experience will also be considered.

You must be reliable, organised, safety conscious and comfortable working around secondary-aged students.

Why work with Tradewind?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Long-term secondary school opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
• Excellent schools across East London

The school will conduct interviews as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

To find out more about this role and other similar opportunities, contact Leanne King, Business Manager at Tradewind Recruitment, directly for further information.