Experienced Dt Technician - School In Stafford

Marchant Recruitment; Stafford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Design & Technology Technician for a Stafford, England secondary school. The role is full-time (term time only) with permanent status, starting January 2027 or ASAP, and pay is competitive depending on experience.

You will maintain machinery, prep materials, and help students bring their product designs to life in a modern workshop environment. Ideal candidates have school DT technician experience or practical trade background, strong safety knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Experience as a school DT technician or practical trade background in carpentry, engineering, or product design.
• Strong grasp of workshop safety protocols and machinery (band saws, drills, laser cutters).
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software or 3D printing is a big plus.
• Organized and proactive with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery and prep materials to keep workshops running smoothly.
• Support teachers and students in turning design ideas into tangible products.
• Ensure safety and tidy, well‑stocked workshops.

Skills

Workshop safety

Independent working

Organized

Problem solving

Tools

CAD/CAM software

3D printing

Job description

Type: Full-Time (Term Time Only) | Permanent

Start: January 2027 (or ASAP)

Pay: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to become a vital part of a vibrant, friendly DT department at an 'Outstanding' Stafford secondary school.

In this role, you’ll work side‑by‑side with our dedicated teaching staff to keep our modern workshops running smoothly. From maintaining machinery and prepping materials to helping students bring their creative product designs to life, your expertise will help inspire the next generation of designers and engineers.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Your Background: You might have worked as a school DT technician before, or perhaps you bring practical trade experience in carpentry, engineering, or product design.
• Safety First: You have a strong grasp of workshop safety protocols and machinery (band saws, drills, laser cutters, etc.).
• Tech‑Savvy: Knowledge of CAD/CAM software or 3D printing is a big plus!
• Organized & Proactive: You love keeping things running like clockwork and working independently.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, welcoming department that values technical education.
• State‑of‑the‑art workshops with modern equipment.

Experienced DT Technician - School in Stafford, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom