At a Glance
- Tasks: Support practical lessons by managing workshop machinery and assisting students and teachers.
- Company: Join a collaborative academy committed to empowering young minds.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, automatic pay progression, and discounts on travel and leisure.
- Other info: Be part of a nationwide network with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' design and technology skills while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong practical skills with workshop machinery and a passion for supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Design & Technology Technician to support the delivery of a high-quality, practical curriculum. This role involves preparing, maintaining and managing a range of workshop machinery and equipment across specialist areas such as wood, metal and plastics. You will play a key part in ensuring that resources are ready for lessons, supporting teaching staff and students during practical activities and maintaining a safe, organised, and fully compliant workshop environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, maintain and manage workshop machinery and equipment across wood, metal, plastics and other specialist areas.
- Ensure resources are ready for lessons and support teaching staff and students during practical activities.
- Maintain a safe, organised, fully compliant workshop environment.
- Perform routine maintenance of machinery and manage stock control.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of department facilities.
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong practical skills and experience with workshop machinery, preferably gained in an industry setting.
- Solid understanding of health and safety requirements in a workshop environment.
- Confidence supporting others in the safe use of equipment.
- Organisation and attention to detail, able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Approachable, adaptable and enthusiastic about supporting young people to develop design and technology skills.
- Previous experience in an educational setting desirable but not essential.
Benefits
- Collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued.
- Nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Automatic pay progression.
- Generous pension and life cover.
- Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform.
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.
Legal and Equality Statements
Ormiston Maritime Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Design & Technology TechnicianEDV/2026/OMA/16404 employer: Ormiston Academies Trust
Ormiston Maritime Academy is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and respectful work environment, empowering staff to contribute meaningfully to the education of young people. With flexible working arrangements, automatic pay progression, and access to health and well-being programmes, employees are supported in their professional growth while enjoying a range of benefits. The academy's commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality ensures a safe and inclusive atmosphere for both staff and students.
