DT Technician in Leicester

Design & Technology Technician – Secondary School Location: Leicester Job Type: Full-time / Long-term Start Date: ASAP Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Are you practical, organised and confident working with tools, machinery and materials? We are recruiting for a Design & Technology Technician to support the DT department within a busy and welcoming secondary school. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school technician or someone from a workshop, engineering, manufacturing, construction or technical background looking to move into an education environment. The Role Working closely with DT teachers, you will help ensure that practical lessons run safely and effectively. Your responsibilities will include: * Preparing tools, equipment and materials for practical lessons * Supporting woodwork, metalwork, resistant materials and product design activities * Setting up and maintaining workshop machinery and equipment * Carrying out basic maintenance and reporting faults * Cutting and preparing materials ready for student projects * Managing stock levels and ordering materials when required * Keeping workshops, preparation areas and storage spaces organised * Ensuring equipment is stored safely and correctly * Supporting teachers during practical DT lessons where appropriate * Helping maintain high standards of health and safety within the workshop * Completing routine safety checks and maintaining relevant records * Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the Design & Technology department The Ideal Candidate We would like to hear from candidates who have: * Previous experience within Design & Technology, engineering, manufacturing, construction or a workshop environment * Confidence using hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery * Good practical and problem-solving skills * A strong awareness of workshop health and safety * Good organisational skills and attention to detail * The ability to work independently and as part of a school department * A professional and approachable manner when working around young people Previous experience within a secondary school would be advantageous, but transferable technical or workshop experience will also be considered. Why Apply? This is a great opportunity to use your practical and technical skills within a school environment while supporting teachers and helping students develop their confidence in Design & Technology. If you are an experienced DT Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician or practical tradesperson looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration. Meet Your Consultant Your dedicated consultant, Alan, brings more than 15 years of experience in the education sector. As a qualified teacher with QTS, he combines detailed knowledge of local schools with first-hand insight into the demands of today's classrooms. If you are considering your next teaching role or simply want to talk through the current market, Alan will be pleased to support you. Get in touch for a confidential conversation about the opportunities currently available. Safeguarding and Compliance Clarence Recruitment is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, vulnerable adults, and patients. All applicants are expected to uphold the same commitment. Every placement is conditional on satisfactory pre-employment screening. This includes DBS clearance, proof of identity, right-to-work verification, references, qualifications, and any relevant professional registrations. Checks for education appointments are carried out in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. For healthcare and medical roles, our compliance procedures follow Employment Check Standards, CQC requirements, and applicable safeguarding legislation