DT Technician - Secondary School
Location: Glossop
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term - Sickness Cover
Hours: Full-Time
Cover People are currently working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in the Glossop area to recruit a reliable and skilled Design & Technology (DT) Technician to provide long-term cover for a member of staff currently absent due to sickness.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced DT Technician, workshop technician, practical specialist, or someone with a strong background in Design & Technology to join a supportive school environment and play an important role in supporting both staff and students.
The Role
As a DT Technician, you will provide essential practical and technical support to the school's Design & Technology department, helping ensure lessons, workshops, and practical activities run safely and effectively.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and organising materials, tools, and equipment for DT lessons
- Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and classroom activities
- Maintaining and organising workshops, equipment, and resources
- Ensuring tools and machinery are safe, maintained, and ready for use
- Supporting students during practical activities where appropriate
- Assisting with the preparation of projects and practical coursework
- Following appropriate health and safety procedures at all times
- Helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workshop environment
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience working as a DT Technician, Workshop Technician, Engineering Technician, or similar practical role
- A strong understanding of Design & Technology workshop environments
- Confidence working with tools, machinery, materials, and practical equipment
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Strong awareness of health and safety requirements
- The ability to work independently while supporting teaching staff effectively
- A professional, reliable, and proactive approach
- A genuine interest in supporting young people within an educational environment
School experience is desirable but not essential - relevant industry, workshop, engineering, construction, or practical experience will also be considered.
Why Work with Cover People?
- ASAP start available
- Long-term sickness cover providing consistency of work
- Opportunity to work within a supportive secondary school
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated support from an experienced Cover People consultant
- Access to further education and school-based opportunities
- Potential for future long-term and permanent positions
Registration Requirement
To be considered for this role, candidates must be registered with Cover People or willing to complete the registration process.
All candidates will be required to complete the necessary safeguarding and compliance checks before commencing work in school.
If you are an experienced DT Technician or practical specialist looking for a new long-term opportunity in the Glossop area, we'd love to hear from you.
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DT Technician in Glossop employer: Worldwide Teaching
This highly regarded secondary school in South Manchester is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and ambitious environment for both Early Career Teachers and experienced educators. With a strong focus on professional development, staff wellbeing, and a collaborative culture, teachers are empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact on students' lives. The school's commitment to high academic standards and a caring ethos ensures that educators can grow their careers while fostering a love of learning in their students.
