Design & Technology TechnicianSecondary School in WandsworthFull-Time | Term-Time OnlyStart Date: Monday 27th April 2026Contract: Until 17th July 2026 (Potential to Become Permanent)
Nurture Education is working with a large, friendly, and high-performing secondary school in Wandsworth to recruit a proactive and skilled Design & Technology Technician.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on and organised Design & Technology Technician to support a busy Art and DT faculty across multiple disciplines.
About the Role
As a Design & Technology Technician, you will be one of two technicians supporting a dynamic department. The successful Design & Technology Technician will play a key role in ensuring practical lessons run smoothly and safely, while supporting both staff and students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.
Key Responsibilities
- Support teachers in delivering the DT curriculum across Product Design, Graphics, Art Textiles, and Food
- Assist students with practical project work as a Design & Technology Technician
- Order, manage, and maintain stock, materials, and ingredients
- Use and maintain workshop tools and machinery (including laser cutter, scroll saws, vac former, and band saw)
- Maintain DT workshops, classrooms, and kitchen spaces
- Ensure all Health & Safety protocols are followed
- Support the secure storage of exam work
- Organise displays and exhibitions of student work
- Administer cover work for absent teachers
What We’re Looking For
- Ideally Health & Safety trained (Secondary Core H&S within the last 5 years)
- Degree and/or relevant practical experience in a related field
- CAD/CAM proficiency desirable
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills
- Confident communicator with a proactive approach
- Experience working as a Design & Technology Technician or in a similar practical role is highly desirable
Important Information
- This is a long-term temporary role with potential to become permanent, though this is not guaranteed
- The successful Design & Technology Technician will be paid through Nurture Education (agency), not directly by the school
Why Apply?
- Join a supportive and busy DT and Art faculty
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience as a Design & Technology Technician
- Potential for a longer-term opportunity
- Ongoing support from Nurture Education
If you are a skilled and enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician looking for your next opportunity in Wandsworth, apply now through Nurture Education.
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