Design & Technology Technician – Progressive Secondary School in Cheltenham

Are you a practical technician with hands-on machinery experience looking to maintain equipment and support students in a cutting-edge STEM workshop environment

• Modern progressive 11 to 18 secondary school in Cheltenham

• Design & Technology Workshop Technician (Wood Metal CAD/CAM support)

• Full-time permanent role (Term-Time Only 2 Weeks) September start

Our client is seeking a skilled D&T Workshop Technician to join their active design engineering department from September. This role is ideal for a candidate with practical workshop experience who wants to support Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5 (A-Level) practical design projects.

Key duties include preparing timber metal and plastic materials for practical lessons maintaining power tools 3D printers laser cutters and CNC machinery and ensuring workshops adhere to strict health and safety standards (DATA guidelines). You will also assist subject teachers during live practical sessions helping students safely operate machinery and tools.

Located in Cheltenham this forward-thinking secondary school boasts state-of-the-art facilities a collaborative staff culture and clear career pathways. Support staff benefit from fully funded DATA health and safety certifications manageable workloads and strong leadership support.

• Practical background in carpentry engineering model making or D&T workshop management

• Solid knowledge of workshop health and safety standards machinery maintenance and COSHH guidelines

• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (2D Design SolidWorks) and 3D printing equipment is highly desirable

• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to safety and equipment inventory management

To express interest in this D&T Workshop Technician vacancy in Cheltenham starting in September please submit your CV without delay.