Temporary DT Technician

Supply Star Recruitment Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to support the DT department in Coventry. You will prepare materials for lessons, assist teachers, maintain safety compliance, and manage resources. Ideal candidates will have experience in a workshop environment, knowledge of health and safety, and good organisational skills. Training can be provided for tool management.

Qualifications

• Experience in a DT or practical learning environment.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Confident in using and maintaining tools and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment for lessons.
• Support teachers during practical sessions.
• Maintain workshop areas for health and safety compliance.
• Manage stock levels and order materials.
• Ensure safe storage of tools and equipment.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Health and safety knowledge

Tool maintenance

Job description

Supply Star Recruitment are seeking a practical, proactive and well-organised Design & Technology Technician to provide temporary support within our client's DT department. This role is essential to ensuring safe, smooth and effective delivery of lessons across areas such as Resistant Materials, Graphics, Product Design, Engineering and Food Technology (depending on department needs).

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing materials, equipment and resources for practical lessons.
• Supporting teachers during practical sessions and demonstrations.
• Maintaining machinery, tools and workshop areas to ensure health and safety compliance.
• Managing stock levels and ordering materials when required.
• Ensuring the safe storage and handling of tools, equipment and consumables.
• Assisting with displays, coursework preparation and project work where relevant.
• Adapting quickly to the department's routines and priorities.

Person Specification

• Experience working in a DT, workshop, engineering or practical learning environment (school or industry).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures in a workshop setting.
• Confident in using and maintaining tools, machinery and equipment (training can be provided).
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and support the teaching team.
• A flexible and positive approach to changing daily needs.