DT Technician

Rise Technical Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in London is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to manage workshop resources and equipment. This full-time role involves supporting students in practical sessions and maintaining machinery like 3D printers and laser cutters. The ideal candidate should have practical workshop experience, knowledge of materials, and a proactive approach to health and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to inspire and support the next generation of designers and engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical, workshop, or educational support role.
• Basic knowledge of engineering and mechanics.
• Safety-conscious, proactive, and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining workshop equipment.
• Supporting practical activities for staff and students.
• Operating machinery including 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Ensuring Health & Safety compliance.

Skills

Practical experience in a workshop

Knowledge of materials

Health & Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Enthusiasm for learning support

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Laser cutting

Job description

Overview

Design & Technology Technician — London, Onsite; Salary £26,233 - £27,263 (actual salary, term time only); Permanent, full-time role.

Excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated Design & Technology Technician to take ownership of workshop resources and equipment in a well-established secondary school, offering stability, practical variety, and the chance to directly support creative learning and innovation.

This large and successful school has excellent behaviour and a strong culture of achievement. They value both academic progress and hands-on technical skills. Staff are supported, with modern facilities including specialist workshops, computer suites, 3D printing, and laser cutting equipment. As a valued member of the DT Department, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in how students experience and succeed in practical learning.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, maintaining, and setting up equipment and resources across woods, metals, plastics, and new technologies. You will ensure machinery is safe, support staff and students in practical sessions, and play a key role in maintaining and developing the department's technical provision. This position offers the chance to combine workshop knowledge with creativity and problem-solving in a rewarding environment where no two days are the same.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a technical, workshop, or educational support role. Knowledge of basic engineering, mechanics, and modern technologies such as CAD/CAM, laser cutting, or 3D printing would be advantageous, though full training will be provided. Above all, you'll be safety-conscious, proactive, and motivated to help students thrive in Design & Technology.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a long-term role where your technical skills will be highly valued, and you'll have the chance to support the next generation of designers, engineers, and makers.

The Role

• Preparing, setting up, and maintaining workshop equipment and materials
• Supporting staff and students during practical activities
• Operating and maintaining machinery including 3D printers and laser cutters
• Managing stock, ordering supplies, and ensuring Health & Safety compliance

The Person

• Practical experience in a workshop, engineering, or technical support role
• Knowledge of materials and machinery (woods, metals, plastics) - training provided where required
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety procedures
• Organised, reliable, and enthusiastic about supporting learning