Part-time Design and Technology Technician

TES FE News; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Huddersfield is seeking a part-time Design and Technology Technician. In this role, you will prepare essential resources for lessons and support students during classes. The position requires teamwork and the ability to work independently. This role is vital in contributing to a positive and supportive school environment. Salary ranges from £9,252 to £9,862, depending on service.

Qualifications

• Ability to support faculty by preparing resources for lessons.
• Comfortable supporting students in lessons as needed.
• Effective team worker and self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all necessary resources are prepared for lessons.
• Support students in classes as required.
• Contribute to a supportive school environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Resource preparation

Job description

Overview

Design and Technology Technician — Grade 6 – £9,252 increasing to £9,862 with service. 14.5 per week, term time plus two weeks.

We are seeking to appoint someone to join our team as a Design and Technology Technician. This is a part-time position, working 14.5 hours per week during term time, plus two weeks. The hours will need to be worked over two days, ideally Thursday and Friday, but this can be discussed. You will need to work effectively as part of a team and also be comfortable working under your own initiative. You will support the faculty by ensuring all necessary resources are prepared and available for lessons. You will support students in lessons as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Design and Technology team by ensuring all necessary resources are prepared and available for lessons.
• Support students in lessons as needed.
• Work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Contribute to a positive, progressive and supportive school environment.

About the School

King James’s School is a high-attaining 11-16 comprehensive school in Kirklees. The school became an Academy in September 2012 and was judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2019. The most recent inspection in February 2025 noted that the school has taken effective action to maintain standards identified previously. The school emphasises an inclusive approach and first class pastoral care.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We ask all applicants to provide two references, which will be obtained prior to any interview. We will also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence. Any successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This post involves direct contact with children and is considered a regulated activity. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, so most criminal convictions must be disclosed to us.

How to Apply

If you have any questions about the role please call Tracey Brook, PA to the Principal, or email [e-mail]. You will find more details about the role and be able to apply here. Completed applications must be submitted by 9:00am on Monday 6 October 2025. (NB this post is to start as soon as possible, not necessarily 3rd November.)