DT Workshop Technician — Part-Time (2 Days/Week)

Principal Recruitment; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Principal Recruitment is seeking a practical and enthusiastic DT Technician to support a busy secondary school in Uxbridge. The role is part-time, 2 days per week, with an ASAP start, and involves preparing materials, maintaining equipment and assisting teachers in the DT department.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on workshop experience, strong safety awareness and the ability to work independently with students and staff to ensure a productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DT Technician, Workshop Technician or similar practical role.
• Solid understanding of Design & Technology equipment and materials.
• Confidence using workshop machinery and practical resources.
• Strong health and safety awareness in a school workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Design & Technology lessons.
• Provide practical support to teaching staff across the DT department.
• Set up and clear away equipment before and after lessons.
• Maintain, organise and monitor workshop tools, machinery and materials.
• Carry out basic maintenance and ensure equipment is kept in good working order.
• Ensure workshops and classrooms are clean, tidy and safe.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering materials.

Skills

DT Technician experience

Health & safety

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Hands-on mindset

Job description

Principal Recruitment is seeking a practical and enthusiastic DT Technician to support a busy secondary school in Uxbridge. The role is part-time, 2 days per week, with an ASAP start, and involves preparing materials, maintaining equipment and assisting teachers in the DT department.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on workshop experience, strong safety awareness and the ability to work independently with students and staff to ensure a productive learning environment.