Job Title: Design & Technology (DT) Technician

Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham

School Type: 11–18 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive (Local authority pay scale, depending on experience)

Role Overview

A prestigious secondary school in Edgbaston, Birmingham, is seeking a meticulous, proactive, and safety-conscious Design & Technology Technician to join their technical support team ASAP. In this essential operational role, you will work closely with specialist DT teachers to prepare materials, set up apparatus, and maintain workshops for practical lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Design & Technology / Engineering / Product Design), and Key Stage 5 (A Level). You will take pride in maintaining an impeccably safe, well-organized learning environment equipped with both traditional machinery and modern digital manufacturing technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare timber, metals, polymers, and electronic components for daily practical classes and exam project work.

• Perform routine servicing, safety inspections, and maintenance on workshop machinery (e.g., circular saws, band saws, pillar drills, wood/metal lathes) and CAD/CAM equipment (laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC routers).

• Maintain rigorous health and safety protocols across prep rooms and workshops in strict compliance with DATA, CLEAPSS, and COSHH regulations.

• Monitor material stock levels, manage department inventory, and process orders for consumables, tools, and safety gear.

• Provide technical assistance to teachers and pupils during practical workshop sessions, promoting safe tool handling and equipment usage.

Key Requirements

• Practical background or qualifications in Design & Technology, Engineering, Woodworking/Carpentry, Product Design, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience operating traditional workshop machinery alongside modern digital fabrication tools (e.g., 2D Design, 3D printing, laser cutting).

• Sound understanding of health and safety standards within an educational or technical workshop setting (DATA / CLEAPSS certification is highly desirable).

• Strong organizational skills, a methodical approach to troubleshooting, and high attention to detail.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Modern, well-funded workshop suites featuring up-to-date digital fabrication technology and spacious prep areas.

• Highly supportive department and senior leadership team offering tailored CPD and safety accreditation courses.

• Desirable Edgbaston location with superb public transport links across Birmingham and free on-site staff parking.

• Local Government Pension Scheme enrolment, competitive salary scale, and access to employee health and wellbeing programs.

Application

To apply for this Design & Technology Technician role at a prestigious school in Edgbaston, starting ASAP, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.