DT Workshop Technician — Hands-On School Support

Marchant Recruitment; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a motivated Design and Technology Technician for a secondary school in Chippenham, Wiltshire. You will provide essential technical support to the Design and Technology department, ensuring workshops are prepared for practical lessons.

The role requires hands-on experience with workshop equipment, a proactive approach, and an enhanced DBS check. You will handle stock, maintain tools, and assist staff with demonstrations while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a practical, technical or workshop-based environment.
• Experience within a school Design and Technology department desirable.
• Knowledge of workshop equipment, tools and machinery.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• A proactive approach to supporting a busy teaching department.
• Enhanced DBS check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons.
• Maintaining machinery, tools and workshop equipment.
• Supporting staff with demonstrations and practical classroom activities.
• Monitoring workshop health and safety procedures.
• Maintaining stock levels and ordering materials when required.
• Ensuring workshops and preparation areas remain clean, safe and organised.

Skills

Practical experience

Health and safety

Tools

Workshop machinery

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a motivated Design and Technology Technician for a secondary school in Chippenham, Wiltshire. You will provide essential technical support to the Design and Technology department, ensuring workshops are prepared for practical lessons.

The role requires hands-on experience with workshop equipment, a proactive approach, and an enhanced DBS check. You will handle stock, maintain tools, and assist staff with demonstrations while upholding health and safety standards.