Design Technology Technician

Design Technology Technician

Employer

Location:

Guildford, Surrey
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Term time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (39 weeks per year)
Salary: £20,953 to £22,436 (actual salary) / Full‑time equivalent £25,052 to £26,825 based on Surrey Pay Scale PS4
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Job : 1522815

St Peter’s Catholic School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is an successful school and Sixth Form located on the outskirts of Guildford with onsite parking. We demand high academic standards and excellent facilities. We have a partnership with Teach Southeast, an initial teacher training provider. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Design & Technology Technician to join our department.

• Manage and maintain our workshops and equipment.
• Handle orders and prepare materials.
• Support lessons to assist students with practical work when requested by staff.

• Knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery and techniques.
• Experience with budgeting and basic IT skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies such as CNC equipment.
• Strong ability to work with young people, putting them at the heart of everything.

We currently teach Textiles, Product Design, Food & Nutrition (with a dedicated technician) and Architecture. We have a wide range of up‑to‑date, well‑maintained equipment in six subject‑specific teaching rooms. The team is friendly, hardworking, positive and passionate about the subject. We develop exciting projects to capture imaginations and make learning fun, sharing ideas and resources in a highly collaborative way.

• A friendly and supportive environment where best practice is shared to ensure high‑quality teaching and continuous development.
• Training courses in machinery and health and safety run through our trust schools.
• Opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive team.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Extensive benefits and discounts via ‘My lifestyle’, our employee benefits hub.
• Free access to Spectrum (Guildford Sports Centre) including gym, group exercise, spa and pool.

We are unable to offer sponsorship; candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Applications may be closed before the advertised closing date due to high volume, and interviews will be arranged as applications are received. Contact the school directly for further information before applying.

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.