Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November Start

Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November StartLocation: Widnes, HaltonStart Date: After October half-term 2026Working Pattern: 5 days per weekContract: School-based temporary vacancyPay: Competitive rates, dependent on experienceTradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for a Design and Technology Technician to join a secondary school in Widnes, Halton, following the October half-term break.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DT Technician, Workshop Technician or practical technical support professional to work within a secondary school Design and Technology department.The school requires someone who can provide reliable technical support, maintain equipment and resources, and help ensure that practical lessons are delivered safely and effectively.The position is available five days per week, starting after the October half-term break.The RoleAs a Design Technology Technician, you will support teaching staff with the preparation, organisation and maintenance of practical teaching resources.Your responsibilities may include:Preparing materials, tools and equipment for practical DT lessonsSetting up and clearing away practical classroom activitiesMaintaining workshop equipment and teaching resourcesSupporting the safe use and storage of tools and machineryMonitoring stock levels and organising materialsAssisting with routine equipment checks and maintenanceSupporting teachers with practical demonstrations and activitiesMaintaining clean, organised and safe workshop environmentsFollowing school health and safety proceduresSupporting the wider Design and Technology department as requiredThe successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in practical teaching environments and understand the importance of safe workshop procedures.The Ideal CandidateWe are particularly interested in applicants who have:Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician or Workshop TechnicianPractical knowledge of workshop tools, machinery and materialsExperience working with wood, metal, plastics or other DT materialsA sound understanding of workshop health and safetyStrong organisational and practical problem-solving skillsThe ability to maintain equipment and prepare resourcesConfidence working independently and alongside teaching staffA reliable, proactive and professional approachPrevious experience working in a school or college would be advantageous.Candidates from relevant engineering, manufacturing, joinery, workshop or technical backgrounds may also be considered where their practical experience is transferable to a secondary school environment.Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?As a Design Technology Technician working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:Competitive rates of payWeekly payA genuine school-based vacancyA dedicated education recruitment consultantAccess to further technician and school support opportunitiesFree CPD through The National CollegeSupport throughout the recruitment processOngoing assistance during your placementImportant Applicant InformationApplicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute reliably to Widnes.The successful candidate will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.Apply TodayIf you are an experienced Design Technology Technician, DT Technician or Workshop Technician looking for a school-based opportunity in Widnes after October half-term, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Anthony Bailey at Tradewind Recruitment.Anthony BaileyTradewind [email removed][phone removed]