DT Technician

Location: Tottenham

Job Title:

Design & Technology Technician

Location:

Tottenham, North London

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Full-time, Long-term
Pay: £120–£150 per day, depending on experience

Are you an experienced Design & Technology Technician with experience working within a secondary school, workshop or practical engineering environment?

Are you confident using and maintaining workshop machinery including laser cutters, pillar drills, bandsaws and other DT equipment?

Are you looking for a long-term DT Technician position within a large, well-established secondary school in North London?

Teacher Active is currently seeking a practical, organised and experienced Design & Technology Technician to join a large secondary school in Tottenham, North London, starting ASAP.

The school is a large and diverse secondary setting with a strong focus on academic achievement, high expectations and providing pupils with access to a broad and engaging curriculum. The successful candidate will join an established Design & Technology department, supporting teachers and pupils with the delivery of practical DT lessons.

As a DT Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring workshops, classrooms, machinery, tools and materials are prepared and maintained to a high standard. You will work closely with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons can be delivered safely and effectively.

You will be responsible for preparing materials and equipment for lessons, maintaining machinery, managing stock and ensuring the DT department remains safe, organised and ready for teaching.

The successful DT Technician will have:

Previous experience within a DT department, school workshop, engineering environment or similar practical setting

Confidence using laser cutters, pillar drills and bandsaws

Experience using a range of hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery

A good understanding of workshop health and safety

The ability to carry out basic maintenance and equipment checks

Strong organisational and time-management skills

The ability to prepare materials and resources for practical lessons

Confidence working independently and alongside teaching staff

A practical and proactive approach to problem solving

Good communication and teamwork skills

A professional and reliable approach

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

The right to work in the UK

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare tools, materials and equipment for DT lessons

Set up workshops and practical teaching spaces

Operate and maintain laser cutters, pillar drills, bandsaws and other workshop machinery

Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance of equipment

Ensure machinery and tools are used and stored safely

Support teachers during practical DT lessons where required

Maintain stock levels and organise materials

Assist with ordering equipment and resources

Keep workshops and preparation areas clean, safe and organised

Follow relevant health and safety procedures

Support pupils and staff with practical projects

Work closely with the wider Design & Technology department

Ensure a safe working environment for pupils and staff

Please note:

This is a full-time, long-term position

Pay is £120–£150 per day, depending on experience

The role is based in Tottenham, North London

Previous school-based DT Technician experience is highly desirable

Candidates from engineering, manufacturing or workshop backgrounds with transferable skills will also be considered

Experience with laser cutters, pillar drills and bandsaws is highly desirable

An immediate start is available for the right candidate

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants to guide and support you throughout your assignments

Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel

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