Design Technology Technician

Join Our Creative Team!

Design & Technology / Art Technician

Location: St Marks School Larkhall Bath

Salary: Grade 3 SCP 5 - 7 (25583 - 26403 FTE)

Actual Salary: 14851 - 15327

Contract: Permanent Part-time (Term-time only 5 INSET days)

Hours: 25 hours per week (8:30am 3:15pm daily)

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Are you a hands-on individual with a passion for creativity and craftsmanship Do you enjoy supporting young people as they bring their ideas to life

At St Marks we are looking for a versatile and enthusiastic D&T and Art Technician to join our vibrant department. This is a unique role that sits at the heart of our creative subjects covering everything from traditional workshop skills and CAD/CAM technology to the fast-paced world of Hospitality and Catering.

The Role

You will provide essential technical and administrative support across several creative disciplines including Product Design Food Technology (Hospitality & Catering) Textiles and Art. Your day-to-day will involve transforming workshops and classrooms into engaging learning spaces. From managing CAD/CAM equipment and laser cutters to sourcing high-quality ingredients for catering practicals you will ensure our students have everything they need to succeed safely and creatively.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Creative Support: Demonstrating the safe use of machinery and assisting students with practical activities.
• Technical Management: Overseeing the maintenance of specialist equipment and managing stock records.
• Resource Coordination: Negotiating with suppliers to purchase materials and ingredients for Hospitality and Art.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensuring all COSHH and Health & Safety regulations are strictly followed to maintain a safe working environment.
• Showcasing Success: Helping prepare vibrant displays for Open Evenings and school events.

Who We Are Looking For:

We want a caring and inspiring individual who is:

• Technically Proficient: Confident using workshop tools electrical equipment and computer-operated machinery (CAD/CAM).
• Enthusiastic: Passionate about supporting young people in a highly inclusive environment.
• Organized: Able to manage budgets stock and multiple priorities across different departments.
• A Team Player: Ready to play an active and positive role within our close-knit staff team.

Why Join St Marks

You will be joining a school that validates the hard work of its staff and is committed to professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a Good school (with an exciting new report on the horizon!) where your contribution to student learning is visible every single day.

Closing Date: 13th May 2026

(Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.)