DT Technician

Randstad Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Design and Technology Technician in Wakefield. This full-time role focuses on providing vital technical support for Resistant Materials lessons, ensuring equipment maintenance, resource management, and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have workshop experience, ICT proficiency, and a commitment to health and safety procedures. Great opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Competitive salary and benefits package

Refer a Friend scheme with rewards

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a Design and Technology workshop environment, ideally with Resistant Materials.
• Proficiency in basic ICT skills for administrative and technical support tasks.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Regularly communicate with the Head of Department to coordinate tasks and departmental needs.
• General preparation of materials and assisting teachers with demonstration setup for lessons.
• Order resources, manage stock levels, and maintain a comprehensive inventory of materials.
• Arrange for regular safety inspections of all machinery and equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance and set up of workshop tools and machinery.
• Maintain engaging classroom displays and ensure each teaching room is tidy.
• Directly support teaching in the classroom, including working with small groups of students.
• Utilise facilities for heat treatment processes, such as brazing, welding, and casting.
• Carry out essential printing, scanning, photocopying, laminating, and mounting.
• Organise, maintain, and monitor all technology tools and equipment.

Skills

Workshop Machinery Operation

Resource Management

Health and Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Proactive Problem-Solving

Teamwork and Communication

Job description

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Design and Technology Technician, specialising in Resistant Materials, to join a successful school in the Wakefield area. This is a full-time position, starting ASAP, reporting directly to the Head of Department. This crucial role is centred around providing comprehensive technical support and resource management for the Design and Technology department. The Technician is vital to the effective and safe delivery of Resistant Materials lessons, ensuring both staff and students have access to well-maintained equipment and prepared materials.

About the School

The school in question is a thriving, high-performing academy known for its commitment to academic excellence and nurturing student potential. The school champions a supportive environment where staff are valued, professional development is prioritised, and there is a shared vision for raising aspirations. Located in the local area, the school has established itself as a cornerstone of the community, fostering a positive and inspiring place to work and learn.

Essential Requirements

• Prior experience working in a Design and Technology workshop environment, ideally with Resistant Materials.
• Proficiency in basic ICT skills for administrative and technical support tasks.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one).

Essential Skills

• Workshop Machinery Operation: Proficient in the safe operation and basic maintenance of various Resistant Materials tools and machinery.
• Resource Management: Excellent organisational skills for managing stock, ordering resources, and maintaining inventories.
• Health and Safety Knowledge: A strong understanding and commitment to workshop health and safety procedures, including risk assessment maintenance.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to setting up equipment, preparing materials, and ensuring classroom tidiness.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and report faulty machinery and deal with immediate problems or emergencies effectively.
• Teamwork and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for liaising with the Head of Department, staff, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaison and Support: Regularly communicate with the Head of Department to coordinate tasks and departmental needs.
• Materials Preparation: General preparation of materials and assisting teachers with demonstration setup for lessons.
• Inventory and Stock Management: Order resources, manage stock levels, and maintain a comprehensive inventory of materials.
• Workshop Safety: Arrange for regular safety inspections of all machinery and equipment, and secure all tools and teaching areas when not in use.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and set up of workshop tools and machinery, reporting and liaising with contractors for faulty equipment.
• Classroom Environment: Maintain engaging classroom displays and ensure each teaching room is tidy, clean, and free from hazards.
• Teaching and Learning Support: Directly support teaching in the classroom, including working with small groups of students on practical tasks.
• Technical Production: Utilise facilities for heat treatment processes, such as brazing, welding, and casting.
• Administrative Support: Carry out essential printing, scanning, photocopying, laminating, and mounting of pupil's work and lesson resources.
• Compliance and Risk: Organise, maintain, and monitor all technology tools and equipment, and maintain a record of the department's risk assessments.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

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