Dt Technician Needed Asap - Secondary School In Kettering

Marchant Recruitment; Kettering; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State‑of‑the‑art workshops

Convenient location near Maida Vale (B

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment has been appointed to fill the role of Design & Technology Technician at a high-performing secondary school in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The position is full-time term-time only, starting January 2027 or ASAP, with pay on the Inner London Scale depending on experience.

You’ll collaborate with teaching staff to keep workshops running, prepare materials, operate machinery, and support students in bringing their product designs to life.

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of workshop safety protocols and machinery.
• Experience with carpentry, engineering or product design is a plus.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software or 3D printing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery and prepare materials for lessons.
• Help students bring their creative product designs to life.
• Support the DT department to keep workshops running smoothly.

Skills

Workshop safety

Machinery handling

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Organized & proactive

Tools

Band saws

Drills

Laser cutters

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Type: Full-Time (Term Time Only) | Permanent

Start: January 2027 (or ASAP)

Pay: Competitive (Inner London Scale, dependent on experience)

We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to become a vital part of a vibrant, friendly DT department at an 'Outstanding' Kettering secondary school.

In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with our dedicated teaching staff to keep our modern workshops running smoothly. From maintaining machinery and prepping materials to helping students bring their creative product designs to life, your expertise will help inspire the next generation of designers and engineers.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Your Background:

You might have worked as a school DT technician before, or perhaps you bring practical trade experience in carpentry, engineering, or product design.

Safety First:

You have a strong grasp of workshop safety protocols and machinery (band saws, drills, laser cutters, etc.).

Tech-Savvy:

Knowledge of CAD/CAM software or 3D printing is a big plus!

Organized & Proactive:

You love keeping things running like clockwork and working independently.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, welcoming department that values technical education.
• State‑of‑the‑art workshops with modern equipment.
• Super convenient location right by Maida Vale station (Bakerloo Line).

DT Technician Needed ASAP - Secondary School in Kettering Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom