Design & Technology Technician

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Design & Technology Technician to support and assist the effective operation of our Design & Technology department, assisting staff to prepare for lesson, ensuring the provision and maintenance of equipment and resources and operation and management of machinery.

To support teaching staff in preparation for lessons, including preparing and delivering equipment and resources to Design & Technology rooms as per plan.
Care and stock maintenance of equipment
Ensure overall tidiness of classrooms and storage areas.
To manufacture teaching aids, including differentiated resources
To assist students in using resources for project work.
To create displays, in collaboration with Teaching staff.
To assist in the maintenance of records and documentation.
To assist the Art & Photography Technician in using the Design & Technology machine workshop to prepare products for Art & Photography.
Have the ability to maximise computer technology within school to produce resources.

A good sense of humour, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
A strong commitment to working with young people
The ability to work well both individually and as part of a team
Strong organisational skills and a flexible approach in meeting priorities for different departments
Excellent literacy, numeracy and communication skills

Desirable but not essential skills: