Job type
TemporaryLocation
Nelson (Lancashire)Working Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
School TechniciansIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£100 - 120 per hour DOEClosing date
12 Aug 2025
Design Technology Technician for Nelson School - Starting September - Temporary
Are you passionate about design and technology in education?
Do you have a hands-on background and feel confident using a variety of workshop and catering equipment?
Do you enjoy working closely with students and supporting their learning journey? If so, we’ve got an exciting opportunity that could be perfect for you!
Do you have a hands-on background and feel confident using a variety of workshop and catering equipment?
Do you enjoy working closely with students and supporting their learning journey? If so, we’ve got an exciting opportunity that could be perfect for you!
Hays Education is currently recruiting for a temporary Design Technology Technician to join a dynamic and creative technology team at a school based in the Nelson area. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the delivery of engaging lessons - particularly in Product Design, Textiles, Engineering and Resistant Materials - by providing timely and effective technical assistance to teaching staff. Your work will help the department and the school achieve their educational goals.
This is a temporary term-time only role, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday - 8am - 4pm.
Your new role
- Preparing, setting up, and checking equipment for technology lessons
- Supporting teaching staff and students during practical sessions
- Clearing away equipment and maintaining a safe, organised environment
- Organising, storing, and managing stock and materials
- Maintaining and carrying out minor repairs on equipment
- Handling administrative tasks such as ordering supplies and updating records
- Organising and storing students’ work
What you'll need to succeed
- Relevant qualifications or experience in art, design, or technology-related activities
- Good working knowledge of design technology techniques, kitchen and workshop tools, and materials
- A strong commitment to health and safety in a school setting
- A genuine passion for supporting students’ learning and development
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this Design Technology Technician role in the Nelson area, click 'apply now' to send us your up-to-date CV, or give us a call to find out more.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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