Design Technology Technician
| Posting date: | 28 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 April 2026 |
| Location: | Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2JR |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 40acc5f9-6560-455d-bbb8-292342a00cb3 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Appropriate qualifications at Level 2 and above which demonstrate the capability of managing a practical school environment
• English and maths at Grade C/4 or above at GCSE
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
• Experience of practical technology equipment
• Experience of risk assessment and Health and Safety at work
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of the use and safety features of a range of machinery important to design technology
• Ability to maintain clean, tidy and hygienic working environment
• Ability to follow instructions efficiently
• Practical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Time management skills
• ICT literacy
• Administrative skills
ESSENTIAL PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Be able to actively support and promote the Christian Ethos of the Academy
• Be passionate about DT
• Have a passion for working with young people
• Be a team player used to working collaboratively
• Have a willingness to make a commitment to support the success of colleagues
• Be a resilient and reflective individual
• Be willing to take part in professional development
• Possess a good sense of humour
• Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values, securing the ethos of the Academy
• Have energy, tenacity and the ability to work under pressure
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- Salary: NJC 3-7 £24,796 - £26,403 pro rata. Actual salary £21,300 - £22-681
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
-Cycle to Work scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Appropriate qualifications at Level 2 and above which demonstrate the capability of managing a practical school environment
• English and maths at Grade C/4 or above at GCSE
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
• Experience of practical technology equipment
• Experience of risk assessment and Health and Safety at work
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of the use and safety features of a range of machinery important to design technology
• Ability to maintain clean, tidy and hygienic working environment
• Ability to follow instructions efficiently
• Practical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Time management skills
• ICT literacy
• Administrative skills
ESSENTIAL PERSONAL QUALITIES
• Be able to actively support and promote the Christian Ethos of the Academy
• Be passionate about DT
• Have a passion for working with young people
• Be a team player used to working collaboratively
• Have a willingness to make a commitment to support the success of colleagues
• Be a resilient and reflective individual
• Be willing to take part in professional development
• Possess a good sense of humour
• Be able to lead by example and demonstrate professional values, securing the ethos of the Academy
• Have energy, tenacity and the ability to work under pressure
What the school offers its staff
REWARDS AND BENEFITS
- Salary: NJC 3-7 £24,796 - £26,403 pro rata. Actual salary £21,300 - £22-681
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.
-Cycle to Work scheme
Commitment to safeguarding
St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.