DT Technician: Practical Workshop & Safety Lead

Create Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Create Education is seeking a Design & Technology Technician for a welcoming secondary school in Haringey, North London, starting September 2026. You will support the DT teaching team, ensuring workshops and equipment are prepared and maintained to a high standard for effective practical lessons.

The ideal candidate has practical experience in Design & Technology, Engineering, Construction or Resistant Materials, with a hands-on approach and ability to work with students.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DT Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician or similar.
• Strong practical skills with tools, machinery and workshop equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety in a workshop.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Hands-on, proactive approach and ability to support students.
• Good communication and professional conduct.
• School/educational setting experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons and assisting students where appropriate.
• Maintaining and organising DT workshops, classrooms and storage areas.
• Ensuring tools, machinery and equipment are safe, clean and ready for use.
• Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs of equipment where appropriate.
• Managing stock levels and ordering or preparing materials when required.
• Supporting with displays, student projects and practical demonstrations.
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Working collaboratively with the DT department to provide an effective learning environment.

Skills

Practical skills

Tools & machinery

Health & safety

Organisation

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Create Education is seeking a Design & Technology Technician for a welcoming secondary school in Haringey, North London, starting September 2026. You will support the DT teaching team, ensuring workshops and equipment are prepared and maintained to a high standard for effective practical lessons.

The ideal candidate has practical experience in Design & Technology, Engineering, Construction or Resistant Materials, with a hands-on approach and ability to work with students.