Design & Technology Technician – Secondary School
Location: Haringey, North London Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, long-term Start Date: September 2026
Design & Technology Technician – Haringey
We are currently working with a welcoming and well-established secondary school in Haringey who are looking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to join their school community from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical background in Design & Technology, Engineering, Construction, Product Design, Resistant Materials, or a related field who enjoys working in an educational environment and supporting students to develop their practical skills.
The Role:
As a DT Technician, you will work closely with the school's DT teaching team to ensure workshops, classrooms and equipment are prepared and maintained to a high standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessons.
- Supporting teachers during practical lessons and assisting students where appropriate.
- Maintaining and organising DT workshops, classrooms and storage areas.
- Ensuring tools, machinery and equipment are safe, clean and ready for use.
- Carrying out basic maintenance and repairs of equipment where appropriate.
- Managing stock levels and ordering or preparing materials when required.
- Supporting with displays, student projects and practical demonstrations.
- Ensuring appropriate health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Working collaboratively with the DT department to provide an effective and engaging learning environment.
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working as a DT Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician, Design Technology Assistant or in a similar practical role.
- Strong practical skills and confidence using a range of tools, machinery and workshop equipment.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a workshop environment.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- A practical, proactive and hands-on approach.
- The ability to work effectively alongside teaching staff and support students.
- Good communication skills and a professional approach.
- Experience working within a school or educational environment is desirable but not essential.
DBS on the Update Service or be willing to have one put in process asap.
Why Work With Us?
- Long-term opportunity within a supportive secondary school.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Excellent opportunity to gain or develop experience within education.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.
- Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to work within a well-resourced DT department.
If you are a practical, reliable and enthusiastic individual looking for your next opportunity as a DT Technician, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications
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DT Technician Needed Urgently in Haringey Secondary School employer: Create Education
Create Education is an exceptional employer for teachers seeking to make a meaningful impact in early education. With a strong network of schools across North London, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises personal relationships and professional growth, ensuring that our educators feel valued and empowered. Our commitment to safeguarding and providing high-quality learning experiences makes us a standout choice for passionate educators looking to thrive in their careers.
