Design & Technology Technician

Design & Technology Technician – Secondary School

Location:

Haringey, North London

Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract:

Full-time, long-term

Start Date:

September 2026

As a DT Technician, you will work closely with the school's DT teaching team to ensure workshops, classrooms and equipment are prepared and maintained to a high standard.

• Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Supporting teachers during practical lessons and assisting students where appropriate.
• Maintaining and organising DT workshops, classrooms and storage areas.
• Ensuring tools, machinery and equipment are safe, clean and ready for use.
• Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs of equipment where appropriate.
• Managing stock levels and ordering or preparing materials when required.
• Supporting with displays, student projects and practical demonstrations.
• Ensuring appropriate health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Working collaboratively with the DT department to provide an effective and engaging learning environment.

• Previous experience working as a DT Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician, Design Technology Assistant or in a similar practical role based within the subject of Design Technology.
• Strong practical skills and confidence using a range of tools, machinery and workshop equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a workshop environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A practical, proactive and hands-on approach.
• The ability to work effectively alongside teaching staff and support students.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach.
• Experience working within a school or educational environment is desirable.
• DBS on the Update Service or be willing to have one put in process asap.

• Potential for teachers' training with outstanding performance and committment.
• Long-term opportunity within a supportive secondary school.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Excellent opportunity to gain or develop experience within education.
• Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.
• Opportunity to work within a well-resourced DT department.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.