Job Description

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Millfield School is looking for a practical, reliable, and enthusiastic Design Technology Technician to support the work of our thriving Design Technology Department.

This is a hands-on role where you will help prepare and maintain materials, tools, and machinery for practical lessons, support staff and students during workshop activities, and ensure our teaching spaces are safe, well-organised, and ready for learning. You'll also assist with displays, extra-curricular projects, and the general day-to-day running of the department. Full training will be provided, including Health & Safety procedures and equipment use.

We are looking for someone who is organised, approachable, and keen to contribute to a busy, creative environment. You might have a background in design, engineering, or working with tools and machinery--or simply a strong interest in helping young people learn practical skills. Above all, you'll be someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, and is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for students.

The hours of work are 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday and 8.30-12.30pm Saturday during term time and 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday for 4 weeks during non-term time.

The role offers an actual salary of 21,290.87 per annum (inclusive of statutory holiday pay) based on an FTE of 27,096, plus an array of staff benefits including freshly prepared lunches for only 10 per month, access to school facilities, and discounts/cashback on high street shops and restaurants through the school's Employee Assistance Programme.

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Be kind, be individual, be brilliant. Millfield School, where being an individual is recognised as the key to brilliance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 21,290.87 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/07/2025