DT Technician

Teaching Personnel; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is looking for a proactive Design and Technology Technician to support the vibrant D&T Department. The role involves preparing materials, assisting teaching staff during practical lessons, ensuring health and safety standards, and providing technical support for student projects. Candidates should possess GCSEs in Maths and English and have a passion for design with relevant qualifications. This is a temporary position with the potential for permanence.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
• Have enthusiasm for design, art, and/or photography with relevant qualifications.
• Understand safe working practices and confidently use specialized tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain, and manage materials, tools, and equipment for practical lessons.
• Support teaching staff and students during practical sessions.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met.

Skills

Organizational skills

Creativity

Technical support

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above

A-Level in Art or similar

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Teaching Personnel is seeking a proactive, creative, and highly organised Design and Technology Technician to support our vibrant Design and Technology (D&T) Department. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the practical delivery of D&T subjects, including Product Design, Engineering, Textiles, and Food Technology, in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, maintain and manage materials, tools, and equipment for practical lessons.
• Support teaching staff and students during practical sessions.
• Ensure that health and safety standards are met and maintained at all times.
• Assist with the creation of displays and resources to enhance student learning.
• Provide technical support for student projects, including CAD/CAM and workshop machinery.

The successful educator will:

• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or above.
• Have a genuine enthusiasm for design, art, and/or photography, supported by relevant qualifications or practical experience (such as an A-Level in Art or similar).
• Understand the importance of safe working practices and is familiar with confidence in using specialist tools, equipment, and materials.
• Be well-organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage resources, maintain equipment, and keep practical areas well-stocked and in good order.
• Be confident using IT systems and communicates clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Show initiative and flexibility, able to support a variety of practical tasks and adapt to the changing needs of the department.
• Be committed to promoting inclusion and diversity and ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.
• Be open to professional development and willing to undertake training such as first aid and health & safety.

If you’re interested or would like to know more, please apply with an up to date version of your CV and someone will be in touch.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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