DT Technician

Lift Tamworth; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Tamworth is seeking a DT Technician to join our Design & Technology department and provide high-quality technical support for practical lessons. You will prepare materials, tools and equipment, supervise safe use of machinery, and help maintain a well-organised workshop and stock system.

You will work closely with teachers and pupils, conduct routine equipment checks, assist with maintenance, and contribute to high health and safety standards across the DT area.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent.
• Level 3 qualification (A level, BTEC or NVQ) in Design & Technology or related discipline desirable.
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools, machinery and equipment for practical DT lessons
• Support teachers and students during practical activities, promoting the safe use of specialist equipment
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, maintenance and basic repairs of tools and machinery
• Maintain an organised, safe and well-stocked workshop and preparation area
• Manage resources and stock and support ordering where required
• Help maintain high standards of health and safety across the DT department

Skills

Practical experience

Workshop and tools handling

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Level 3 qualification in Design & Technology or related (desirable)

Tools

Tools & Machinery

Job description

Are you practical, organised and passionate about helping young people succeed through Design & Technology?

Lift Tamworth is looking for a DT Technician to join our team and provide high-quality technical support across our Design & Technology department. You'll play an important role in helping teachers deliver engaging practical lessons while ensuring students have access to safe, well-prepared equipment, materials and resources.

About the role

You'll work closely with teaching staff to prepare materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons and support students in using specialist equipment safely and confidently.

You'll also help manage our workshop and resources, carry out routine equipment checks and maintenance, and support the department in maintaining high health and safety standards.

If you enjoy practical work and want to use your skills in an environment where you can make a difference to young people every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools, machinery and equipment for practical DT lessons
• Support teachers and students during practical activities, promoting the safe use of specialist equipment
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, maintenance and basic repairs of tools and machinery
• Maintain an organised, safe and well-stocked workshop and preparation area
• Manage resources and stock and support ordering where required
• Help maintain high standards of health and safety across the DT department

We are looking for someone who

You’ll be practical, organised and able to work confidently with a range of tools, machinery and materials. You’ll have relevant experience within a Design & Technology, workshop, engineering or similar technical environment and understand the importance of safe working practices.

You’ll also be a good communicator who can collaborate with teachers and appropriately provide support during practical activities. You’ll be able to organise and prioritise your workload, use your initiative and remain flexible when priorities change.

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent, are essential. A Level 3 qualification such as an A level, BTEC or NVQ in Design & Technology, Engineering, Product Design or a related technical discipline would be desirable, as would previous experience working within a school.

Your new school

Lift Tamworth is on an exciting journey and recently achieved a 'Good' Ofsted rating in all areas for the first time. Our welcoming and dedicated Principal, Jonathan Spears, leads the school and has created a purposeful, supportive environment where pupils focus on learning, and colleagues work collaboratively to help every child succeed.

Lift Tamworth is located in Staffordshire, within easy commuting distance of Birmingham and Derby.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

This is a full-time position, working 37 hours per week. The contract is fixed-term until 16 July 2027.