DT Technician

Design & Technology Technician – Durham Secondary School

ASAP start until end of January, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm, daily rates dependent on experience.

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Design & Technology Technician to join a Durham secondary school on a short term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical skills and a passion for supporting students in creative subjects.

What you'll be doing:

• Textiles: Operating sewing machines, assisting with cutting materials, and supporting students during practical lessons
• Cooking: Helping with food preparation, supervising practical sessions, and maintaining cleanliness (including using the washing machine)
• Resistant Materials: Assisting with woodwork tasks, including cutting wood, organising tools, and ensuring safe use of equipment
• Maintaining a tidy and safe working environment across all DT areas
• Providing hands on support to teachers and students during lessons

You need:

• Ability to confidently use a sewing machine
• Practical experience in cooking and woodwork
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliability, proactive approach and ability to work independently

Contract: Full time, 5 days per week (8:30am to 3:30pm)

Duration: Immediate start

Pay: Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience)

Location: Durham secondary school

If you have the skills and enthusiasm to support students in DT subjects, send your CV or call 0191 223 5071 to start ASAP.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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