DT Technician

TeacherActive Limited.; Tottenham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a practical and experienced Design & Technology Technician to join a large secondary school in Tottenham, North London, starting ASAP. You will prepare materials, set up workshops and assist with DT lessons, ensuring safe and well-organised spaces.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, managing stock and supporting teaching staff during practical lessons, with a focus on safety and reliability in a busy school workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a DT department, school workshop or practical setting.
• Confidence using laser cutters, pillar drills and bandsaws.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery.
• Strong understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance and equipment checks.
• Organised and good time management.
• Ability to prepare materials for practical lessons.
• Work independently and with teaching staff.
• Proactive problem solving approach.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Professional and reliable.
• An Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for DT lessons.
• Set up workshops and practical teaching spaces.
• Operate and maintain laser cutters, pillar drills, bandsaws and other machinery.
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Ensure machinery and tools are used and stored safely.
• Support teachers during practical DT lessons where required.
• Maintain stock levels and organise materials.
• Assist with ordering equipment and resources.
• Keep workshops and preparation areas clean, safe and organised.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

DT equipment operation

Laser cutters

Pillar drills

Bandsaws

Hand tools

Power tools

Workshop safety

Maintenance checks

Stock management

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

DBS Update Service willingness

Tools

Laser cutters

Pillar drills

Bandsaws

Workshop machinery

Workshop machinery

Job description

Job Title: Design & Technology Technician
Location: Tottenham, North London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Pay: £120-£150 per day, depending on experience

• Are you an experienced Design & Technology Technician with experience working within a secondary school, workshop or practical engineering environment?

• Are you confident using and maintaining workshop machinery including laser cutters, pillar drills, bandsaws and other DT equipment?

• Are you looking for a long-term DT Technician position within a large, well-established secondary school in North London?

TeacherActive is currently seeking a practical, organised and experienced Design & Technology Technician to join a large secondary school in Tottenham, North London, starting ASAP.

The school is a large and diverse secondary setting with a strong focus on academic achievement, high expectations and providing pupils with access to a broad and engaging curriculum. The successful candidate will join an established Design & Technology department, supporting teachers and pupils with the delivery of practical DT lessons.

As a DT Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring workshops, classrooms, machinery, tools and materials are prepared and maintained to a high standard. You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons can be delivered safely and effectively.

You will be responsible for preparing materials and equipment for lessons, maintaining machinery, managing stock and ensuring the DT department remains safe, organised and ready for teaching.

The successful DT Technician will have:

• Previous experience within a DT department, school workshop, engineering environment or similar practical setting

• Confidence using laser cutters, pillar drills and bandsaws

• Experience using a range of hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery

• A good understanding of workshop health and safety

• The ability to carry out basic maintenance and equipment checks

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• The ability to prepare materials and resources for practical lessons

• Confidence working independently and alongside teaching staff

• A practical and proactive approach to problem solving

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• A professional and reliable approach

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

• The right to work in the UK

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare tools, materials and equipment for DT lessons

• Set up workshops and practical teaching spaces

• Operate and maintain laser cutters, pillar drills, bandsaws and other workshop machinery

• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of equipment

• Ensure machinery and tools are used and stored safely

• Support teachers during practical DT lessons where required

• Maintain stock levels and organise materials

• Assist with ordering equipment and resources

• Keep workshops and preparation areas clean, safe and organised

• Follow relevant health and safety procedures