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Design & Technology School Technician
Job Posted: 10 days ago
Salary: £ 85 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Expire in: 18 days
Job Description
Are you a hands-on Design & Technology Technician?
Do you thrive in a workshop environment and enjoy helping students develop practical skills?
Or do you have experience handling resistant materials such as wood, metal, or plastics?
If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design & Technology Technician to join a high-performing secondary school in Manchester (M9) – rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
Location: Manchester (M9)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time
About the Role:
Can you maintain tools, machinery, and equipment to keep lessons safe, efficient, and engaging?
As a D&T Technician, you’ll support staff and students across woodwork, resistant materials, CAD/CAM, and product design. You’ll ensure a well-organised, safe, and inspiring learning environment where students can thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and maintain tools, machines, and materials for lessons
Support staff and students in-class, ensuring safe, effective workshop practice
Carry out safety checks and minor equipment repairs
Manage stock, resources, and workshop organisation
Assist with risk assessments and ensure full compliance with health & safety standards
What We’re Looking For:
Experience as a D&T Technician, Workshop Technician, or in carpentry, joinery, fabrication, or engineering
Practical experience handling resistant materials such as wood, metal, or plastics
Strong practical skills and confidence with hand tools and machinery
Awareness of, or experience with, workshop health & safety procedures (PUWER, COSHH, PPE)
Organised, proactive, and flexible with a “can-do” attitude
Relevant qualifications or training in design/technology desirable
Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one
About the School:
Located in Blackley, Manchester, this secondary school was rated ‘Good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection. Inspectors highlighted:
“Pupils behave well, are keen to learn, and feel safe across the school. Teachers have high expectations and plan engaging lessons that motivate students to achieve.”
Why Join Us?
Want to be part of a motivated, hands-on team?
Looking to make a difference in students’ learning journeys?
Keen to work in a dynamic, well-resourced school setting where Ofsted has recognised high standards?
If so, this role could be perfect for you.
📩 To apply or find out more, contact Sarah at (url removed)
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