Dt Technician – High Achieving School - Lewisham

Marchant Recruitment; Lewisham; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marchant Recruitment is recruiting for a Design Technology Technician at a highly regarded secondary school in Lewisham. You will support the DT department with practical lessons, maintain equipment and help students stay safe and engaged in a busy workshop.

The role involves preparing materials, setting up lessons, and ensuring COSHH and health & safety compliance, with opportunities to work across KS3, GCSE and A‑Level. ASAP start.

Formación

• Experience as a DT Technician or practical workshop background.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM, 2D Design, SolidWorks, 3D printing or laser cutting is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a busy workshop.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare timber, metals, acrylics, plastics and tools for lessons.
• Set up and clear away equipment for KS3 to A‑Level lessons.
• Maintain and check workshop machinery (band saws, drills, sanders, 3D printers, laser cutters).
• Support students and teachers during practical sessions.
• Ensure activities meet Health & Safety and COSHH requirements.
• Manage stock and order materials; keep equipment organised.
• Complete routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Keep the workshop clean, safe and well‑organised.

Conocimientos

Workshop tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Laser cutting

SolidWorks

Herramientas

Band saws

Pillar drills

Sanders

3D printers

Laser cutters

Descripción del empleo

Location: Lewisham, London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent / Long-Term | Term Time Only
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a practical, hands-on individual with a passion for Design & Technology?

A highly regarded 'Outstanding' secondary school in Lewisham is looking to appoint a talented Design Technology Technician to join its thriving DT department. This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of a well-resourced department and play a key role in supporting students with practical and creative learning.

The Opportunity

Working alongside experienced DT teachers, you will help ensure the department operates safely and efficiently on a day-to-day basis. You will be responsible for preparing practical lessons, maintaining workshop equipment and providing hands-on support to students during lessons.

The school has excellent workshop facilities and modern CAD/CAM equipment, providing an ideal environment for someone who enjoys working with a wide range of materials, machinery and practical technologies.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Preparing timber, metals, acrylics, plastics, tools and other materials for practical lessons.
• Setting up and clearing away equipment and resources for KS3, GCSE and A-Level lessons.
• Maintaining and checking workshop machinery, including band saws, pillar drills, sanders, 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Supporting students and teachers during practical sessions.
• Ensuring all workshop activities are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety and COSHH requirements.
• Managing stock, ordering materials and keeping equipment and resources organised.
• Completing routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and well-organised workshop environment.

What We're Looking For

This school would ideally like to appoint someone who has previous experience as a DT Technician, although applications are also welcomed from candidates with relevant practical experience in areas such as:

Carpentry | Engineering | Product Design | Manufacturing | Construction | Workshop-Based Roles

You should have a good understanding of workshop tools and machinery, be confident working independently and have a naturally practical and proactive approach.

Knowledge of CAD/CAM, 2D Design, SolidWorks, 3D printing or laser cutting would be an advantage, although training may be available for the right candidate.

Why Join This School?

You'll be joining a school that offers:

• - Outstanding Ofsted rating
• - Modern, spacious DT workshops
• - Excellent practical and CAD/CAM facilities
• - Supportive and collaborative staff team
• - Strong academic and creative ethos
• - Opportunity to work across KS3, GCSE and A-Level
• - Long-term career development opportunities

Interested?

If you are a DT Technician, practical specialist or workshop professional looking for a new opportunity in Lewisham, this could be an excellent next step.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.