DT Technician
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Normanton, WF6 1HZ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | fbc9cf44-d4ac-402f-b6e0-82fc033e2561 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Do you have specialised technical skills in Design and Technology and a commitment to ensuring students have safe, fully operational resources for their practical learning? Are you adept at maintaining complex workshop equipment and ensuring the highest standards of safety and organisation? This role is dedicated to supporting teaching and learning in the Technology Department on a day-to-day basis.
We are looking for an organised, proactive and practically minded Design Technology Technician to assist our DT Teaching staff. You will enable the workshop to operate efficiently by ensuring that it is a well organised, safe environment with appropriate materials and equipment. The primary responsibilities are:
• Provide technical support and advice to staff and students across food, textiles and resistant materials
• Prepare tools, equipment and materials for lessons and displays
• Undertake a practical health and safety role for the department
Experience working in a school environment and a strong understanding of health and safety are a plus, as are strong IT skills. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and a confident team player who enjoys helping students and takes pride in their progress.
Level 2 Qualification in English and Maths or equivalent
Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualification and training and development in the post
What the school offers its staff
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
• Secure Pay & Pension:Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Training & Progression:Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
• Flexibility & Leave:Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff.(Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
• Wellbeing & Perks:Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
Do you have specialised technical skills in Design and Technology and a commitment to ensuring students have safe, fully operational resources for their practical learning? Are you adept at maintaining complex workshop equipment and ensuring the highest standards of safety and organisation? This role is dedicated to supporting teaching and learning in the Technology Department on a day-to-day basis.
We are looking for an organised, proactive and practically minded Design Technology Technician to assist our DT Teaching staff. You will enable the workshop to operate efficiently by ensuring that it is a well organised, safe environment with appropriate materials and equipment. The primary responsibilities are:
• Provide technical support and advice to staff and students across food, textiles and resistant materials
• Prepare tools, equipment and materials for lessons and displays
• Undertake a practical health and safety role for the department
Experience working in a school environment and a strong understanding of health and safety are a plus, as are strong IT skills. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and a confident team player who enjoys helping students and takes pride in their progress.
Level 2 Qualification in English and Maths or equivalent
Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualification and training and development in the post
What the school offers its staff
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
• Secure Pay & Pension:Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Training & Progression:Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
• Flexibility & Leave:Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff.(Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
• Wellbeing & Perks:Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.