DT Technician - Woodwork & Resistant Materials (Secondary)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; London Borough of Merton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a practical DT Technician to support Resistant Materials and Woodwork in a secondary school in Merton. You will help prepare resources, set up workshops and maintain equipment to support hands-on learning.

This role requires strong workshop safety awareness, organisational skills and the ability to work with staff and students to keep lessons well-prepared and safe. Initial placement with potential for extension and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Resistant Materials, Woodwork, or Product Design in a school, workshop or manufacturing setting.
• Practical use of workshop tools and equipment with strong health and safety awareness.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for practical Design Technology lessons.
• Support teaching staff with workshop setup and lesson preparation.
• Maintain and organise woodwork and resistant materials resources and equipment.
• Assist with safe use of machinery and hand tools according to school procedures.
• Carry out routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment and facilities.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering materials and consumables.
• Keep workshops and storage areas clean, organised and safe.
• Support production of teaching aids, prototypes and classroom displays.

Skills

Resistant Materials

Woodwork

Product Design

Workshop Tools

Health & Safety

Organisational Skills

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a practical DT Technician to support Resistant Materials and Woodwork in a secondary school in Merton. You will help prepare resources, set up workshops and maintain equipment to support hands-on learning.

This role requires strong workshop safety awareness, organisational skills and the ability to work with staff and students to keep lessons well-prepared and safe. Initial placement with potential for extension and flexible working arrangements.