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DT Technician
Job Posted: 22 hours ago
Salary: £ 16 - 18 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Ruislip, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Design & Technology (DT) Technician - Secondary School | Ruislip | ASAP Start
Are you an experienced Design & Technology Technician seeking a new and rewarding role in a forward-thinking secondary school?
Do you have the technical skills, organisational ability, and passion to support high-quality DT education for young learners?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Ruislip that is looking for a dedicated Design & Technology Technician to join their DT department ASAP. This is a full-time, long-term role (Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm), perfect for someone with hands-on workshop experience and a commitment to supporting learning in a creative and practical environment.
About the Role:
As a DT Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Preparing, setting up, and maintaining materials, tools, and equipment for practical lessons across various areas of DT (e.g. resistant materials, product design, electronics, and graphics).
Supporting teachers during lessons, demonstrating techniques, and ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.
Maintaining and servicing machinery and tools, managing stock levels, and ensuring a clean, safe working environment.
Assisting in the development of teaching aids and classroom displays.
Supporting students during practical tasks, under the direction and supervision of the class teacher.
Ensuring all safety checks, COSHH requirements, and risk assessments are up to date and adhered to.
What We're Looking For:
Previous experience as a DT Technician or a background in a similar workshop-based role (e.g. carpentry, engineering, fabrication) OR a qualification in design, engineering, or a related field.
Sound knowledge of tools, machinery, and materials used in a secondary DT setting.
A strong understanding of health and safety practices in a workshop or school environment.
Organised, reliable, and proactive with good communication skills.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
What We Offer:
A supportive and welcoming secondary school in Ruislip with excellent facilities.
A competitive daily rate, based on experience.
Long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent.
On-the-job training and ongoing professional development.
Easy access via public transport and on-site parking available.
If you're a skilled and enthusiastic DT Technician ready to make a positive impact in a thriving school community, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV, or contact Elizabeth on (phone number removed) (option 3) or via email at for more information.
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