Job Description

Please note a fully completed application form must be submitted in order to be considered for this position, CVs will not be accepted. Application Form available on www.quantockedtrust.co.uk or by calling the QET HR Department based at Haygrove School.

DT Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

DT Technician

Responsible to:

Head of DT

Hours:

up to a maximum of 30 hours per week to be worked over 5 days. Hours to be agreed between the core hours of 8:00am to 3:30pm 38 weeks plus 5 additional days (39 working weeks)

MAIN PURPOSE

To ensure the appropriate equipment and resources are available and maintained to a satisfactory standard to support student learning in a safe working environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and tidy working environment in the workshops and preparation areas.

Preparation of resources for lessons to assist the teacher in delivery of curriculum.

Support Teachers in the delivery of Design Technology classes by maintaining equipment and appropriate resources. Follow a workshop maintenance programme.

Provide Classroom support to Teachers, including assisting in the development of new practical activities.

Monitor resources and maintain inventories of equipment and tools.

Carry out visual and other routine safety checks (H&S), ensuring that COSHH and other Health and Safety regulations are applied in all procedures and areas for which responsibility is allocated.

Ensure tools and equipment are available and in working order and carry out routine repairs to equipment, however any electrical/mechanical repairs are sent to external contractors.

Key Tasks

Prepare materials and equipment for lessons and projects including preparation of demonstration materials and resources: Ensure tools and equipment are available and in working order Organise materials in the department Cutting up of acrylic and preparation of wood, metal and other materials Construct items for demonstration Admin - carry out admin duties, which may include preparing teaching materials, collating photocopying resources, ordering of materials and stock taking and booklets as requested by the Head of Department. To maintain equipment and workshops in accordance with Health & Safety and security requirements and report all faults and concerns to the Head of Department. Carry out weekly Health and Safety checks on all equipment and machinery and report directly to the Head of Department Carry out routine repairs of tools as necessary. Ensure emergency stops are working Eye protection is available Empty and clean the dust extraction filters as required by the manufacturer All machines are in a safe working order, lathes, circular, band saws and laser cutter All electrical breaker circuits are operating Ensure tools and equipment are in secure storage Fire extinguishers are in place and not damaged Tidy the sink areas and tool cupboards Support in undertaking and carrying out risk assessments At times physical effort required - carrying of equipment - within Health & Safety guidelines
To utilise machines in a school workshop environment i.e. lathes, wood working machines, drills, CAM and other specialist equipment.

To maintain, monitor and advise levels of stock and assist the Head of Department in the ordering of materials and equipment. Checking deliveries and making occasional purchases through petty cash.

To assist staff in the preparing and setting up displays for school events.

To provide support for teachers during practical lessons, working with and supervising small groups of students undertaking project work within the workshop.

To undertake other tasks relevant to the work of the Design Technology department or the needs of the school as they may arise.

To attend all relevant staff meetings and INSET days when required.

Reporting and Management

Closely controlled by Health and Safety Legislation. Uses initiative and experience to offer students alternatives to achieve their design criteria by creative use of resources. Needs to encourage exploration of ideas, but recognise limitations.

Other Specific Duties

Play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its mission and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example Assist in the preparation for educational visits, and where appropriate accompany students Continue personal development as agreed. Comply with the school's Health and Safety Policy Uphold the principles of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and be aware that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility

Other

Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable requests from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.

The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for a disabled job applicant or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

Review

This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to your responsibilities and duties.

For full details and an application form please visit: www.quantockedtrust.co.uk or https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4

Closing Date for Applications Noon on 3 October 2025

The Quantock Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate, 2 x professional references, Right to Work in the UK and Identity checks.

The Quantock Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 17,488.00-18,044.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/10/2025