Our client is seeking a practical, organised and enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to join the department at a well-established secondary school in Maidstone, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on technical skills who enjoys working in an educational environment and supporting students as they develop their creativity, practical abilities and problem-solving skills.

The successful candidate will work closely with Design & Technology teachers to prepare materials, maintain workshop equipment and ensure that classrooms and practical workspaces are safe, organised and ready for lessons. The role would suit someone with previous school technician experience or a background in a practical trade, workshop environment or technical support role.

Position Highlights

• School-based technical support role within a secondary school's Design & Technology department.

• Opportunity to support practical lessons involving materials, tools, machinery and design projects.

• Varied responsibilities covering workshop preparation, equipment maintenance and health and safety.

• Suitable for a practical candidate who enjoys working with young people and supporting their learning.

Role Overview

As Design & Technology Technician, you will help ensure that teachers and students have access to the materials, tools and equipment required for practical lessons. You will prepare resources in advance, maintain workshop organisation and assist with routine checks to ensure that equipment is safe and fit for use.

You will also help manage stock, identify damaged equipment and support the department with the safe storage of materials. A strong understanding of workshop safety, good attention to detail and the ability to anticipate teachers' requirements will be important.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for Design & Technology lessons in accordance with teachers' instructions.

• Assist with setting up practical demonstrations, workshop activities and student projects.

• Check tools, machinery and equipment before use and report any faults or safety concerns.

• Carry out routine cleaning, organisation and maintenance of workshop areas.

• Ensure materials are stored correctly and that tools are returned to their designated locations.

• Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering timber, plastics, metals, adhesives and other workshop supplies as required.

• Support teachers in maintaining safe working practices during practical activities.

• Follow relevant risk assessments and school health and safety procedures.

• Assist with the safe handling and disposal of workshop waste.

• Maintain accurate records of equipment checks, stock and maintenance issues.

• Help prepare displays of student work and organise resources for projects or departmental events.

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons run efficiently.

About the School

The school provides a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop practical skills, creativity and independent thinking. The Design & Technology department plays an important role in delivering engaging, hands-on lessons, and the technician will help ensure that students have access to well-maintained equipment and properly prepared resources.

Experience and Skills

• Previous Design & Technology Technician experience in a secondary school is highly desirable.

• Experience working in a workshop, technical environment or practical trade will also be considered.

• Knowledge of common workshop tools, materials and equipment.

• Understanding of workshop health and safety procedures and safe equipment use.

• Good practical skills and the ability to carry out routine maintenance and preparation tasks.

• Strong organisation, time management and attention to detail.

• Ability to follow instructions accurately and anticipate resource requirements.

• A responsible, proactive approach to identifying faults and reporting hazards.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with teachers and other staff.

• Willingness to complete relevant safeguarding checks and school-specific training.

• The right to work in the UK.

Application

To be considered for this Design & Technology Technician position, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible. Candidates with previous school technician experience or relevant practical workshop experience are encouraged to apply.