Dt Technician – Phenomenal School - Maidstone

Marchant Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a highly regarded secondary school in Maidstone recruit a Design Technology Technician to join the DT department. You will prepare materials, set up lessons, maintain workshop equipment and support students during practical sessions.

With access to modern CAD/CAM facilities, you will help ensure safe, efficient workshop operation, manage stock, and assist teachers across KS3, GCSE and A-Level practical activities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DT Technician or hands-on workshop role.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM and related design tools.
• Ability to work safely and manage workshop stock.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timber, metals, acrylics, plastics and tools for lessons.
• Set up and clear away equipment for KS3 to A-Level.
• Maintain and check workshop machinery such as band saws and drills.
• Support students and teachers during practical sessions.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH.
• Organise stock and order materials.
• Keep workshop clean and well‑run.

Skills

Workshop tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Laser cutting

Health & Safety

Tools

Band saws

Pillar drills

Sanders

3D printers

Laser cutters

Job description

Location: Maidstone, Kent
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 Maidstone 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?

• 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 Maidstone, this could be an excellent next step.

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