DT Tech Needed ASAP Thriving Secondary School in Gloucestershire

Design & Technology Technician Gloucester Immediate Start

Role: Design & Technology (DT) Technician

Location: Gloucester (Thriving Secondary School)

Contract: Full-time / Permanent (Term-time options available)

Salary: Competitive (Dependent on experience)

Are you a hands-on maker creator or safety-conscious technician looking for an exciting new challenge A busy and ambitious secondary school in Gloucester is seeking a passionate Design & Technology Technician to join their thriving and dynamic D&T department.

If you love working with timber metals plastics and cutting-edge tech like 3D printers and CAD/CAM equipment this is the perfect role to inspire the next generation of designers and engineers!

Working closely with expert teaching staff you will be the engine room of the workshop ensuring students can bring their boldest creative ideas to life safely and effectively.

• Workshop Preparation: Prep timber metals plastics and raw materials using bandsaws pillar drills lathes and hand tools for practical lessons.

• Equipment Maintenance: Regularly inspect clean calibrate and service workshop machinery and hand tools to stringent safety standards.

• Classroom Support: Guide students during lessons on the safe and effective use of heavy machinery CAD/CAM and 3D printing equipment.

• Health & Safety: Maintain a spotless hazard-free workshop environment manage COSHH logs and enforce strict PPE and safety protocols.

• Resource Management: Monitor stock levels manage tool inventories and coordinate equipment ordering within the department.

Set in a vibrant Gloucester location this comprehensive secondary school boasts a strong reputation for academic encouragement and inspiring young minds in STEM and creative subjects. The school features modern purpose-built workshops exceptional leadership and a collaborative supportive staff culture where innovation is celebrated.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has Practical Experience: A strong background working with hand/power tools machinery or CAD/CAM equipment in an industrial carpentry or school workshop setting.

• Prioritizes Safety: A solid understanding of health and safety regulations within a workshop environment (e.g. CLEAPSS or similar guidelines).

• Is Highly Organized: Meticulous attention to detail proactive problem-solving skills and a passion for keeping a workshop running like clockwork.

• Engages Well: A friendly approachable attitude capable of supporting students of all abilities as they craft their projects.

• Incredible Environment to Work: Join an inspiring high-performing school community with top-tier facilities.

• Career Growth: Develop your skills in a well-resourced modern educational setting.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous school holiday entitlement and stable working patterns.

• Immediate Impact: Play a pivotal hands-on role in shaping students creative and technical futures.

The school is actively interviewing and looking to appoint the successful candidate as soon as possible. Submit your updated CV at your earliest convenience to secure your chance at this fantastic opportunity!