DT Workshop Technician — Part‑Time, 2 Days/Week

Principal Education; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Principal Education is seeking a practical, reliable Design & Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Uxbridge on a part-time, ongoing basis. You will prepare materials, set up equipment, and provide hands-on support to teachers and students in the DT department.

Working 2 days per week, the role focuses on maintaining safe workshops, organising tools, and ensuring resources are ready for lessons.

Qualifications

• Experience as a DT Technician or workshop technician.
• Understanding of Design & Technology equipment, tools and materials.
• Confident in using workshop machinery.
• Good health and safety awareness.
• Strong organisational and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and support the department.
• Good communication with staff and students.

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 and resources 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 and supplies.
• Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Support teachers in maintaining a safe and productive practical learning environment.
• Assist with the preparation of student projects and practical demonstrations.
• Report any damaged equipment, maintenance issues or health and safety concerns.

Skills

DT knowledge

Workshop machinery

Health and safety

Organisational skills

Communication with staff

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Principal Education is seeking a practical, reliable Design & Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Uxbridge on a part-time, ongoing basis. You will prepare materials, set up equipment, and provide hands-on support to teachers and students in the DT department.

Working 2 days per week, the role focuses on maintaining safe workshops, organising tools, and ensuring resources are ready for lessons.