Design Technology Technician

We are currently recruiting for a temporary Design Technology Technician for a large secondary school based in the Preston area. The role will require someone to start in February for a term, possibly extending into the next term.

The role will require support predominantly in the resistant materials department, but may be required to cover on occasion in Graphics, Food and Art. You will be required to prepare for practical lessons, support teaching staff and students in class with the use of band saws, circular saws, various drills and other materials. You will also ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met under the direction of the school.

The successful candidate will have previous experience within a school technology department, as well as any relevant certificates and Health and Safety qualifications.

Randstad Education is the UK Market Leader for recruitment within education. We have been helping teachers and support staff to find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges and nurseries for nearly twenty years. Working with over 2500 schools each week, our staff support over 135,000 children every day across the country, so we can find the right match for your skills. The Preston office has a dedicated team of consultants working across primary, secondary and SEN as well as a dedicated section looking after School Support roles such as Technicians, Business Managers, Exams and Data Officers and SIMS trained Administration and Finance staff.

We are proud to support a diverse portfolio of schools across Lancashire, so even if this job or location is not suitable, we would still like to hear from you regarding your relevant experience, as we may have other roles available in schools, which may be a better match. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility checks.