Design & Technology (DT) Technician – Secondary School, BatleyLocation: Batley, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Long-Term Temporary Assignment
Start Date: SEptember
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you an experienced Design & Technology Technician looking for your next long-term opportunity?We are seeking a highly skilled and reliable DT Technician to join a welcoming and well-resourced secondary school in Batley. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about supporting outstanding teaching and learning within the Design & Technology department.The successful candidate must have recent experience working as a DT Technician within a UK secondary school, having undertaken a similar role within the last two years.
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons.
• Maintain workshops and specialist teaching areas to a high standard.
• Support teachers and students across a range of DT disciplines, including Resistant Materials, Product Design, Engineering and Graphics.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and stored safely.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and organisation of resources.
• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs on machinery and equipment.
• Support the implementation of health and safety procedures within the department.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with current health and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support for practical demonstrations and project work.

Essential Requirements Recent experience working as a DT Technician in a UK secondary school within the last two years. Strong knowledge of workshop practices, machinery and DT equipment. Understanding of current health and safety legislation relevant to Design & Technology departments. Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. Excellent organisational and communication skills. Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
Desirable

• Experience supporting multiple DT specialisms.
• Relevant technical qualifications.
• First Aid qualification.

What We Offer

• A long-term position within a supportive secondary school.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Opportunity to work in a well-established DT department.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

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