DT/Textiles Technician

Smart Teachers is working in partnership with a mainstream 11 -18 secondary school based in the heart of Camden who are seeking to appoint a DT technician with a view to start as soon as possible.

About the role

They are seeking a dedicated and proactive Design & Technology (DT) / Textiles Technician to support our Art, Food, Design, and Technology Department. The successful candidate will provide technical and practical assistance, ensuring that equipment and materials are prepared and maintained to facilitate effective teaching and learning.

About the school

This is a highly acclaimed girls’ comprehensive school located in Camden, London. We are proud of our richly diverse and fully comprehensive school community. The school is committed to providing the highest quality of learning and teaching opportunities for students, as well as excellent continuous professional development programmes for all staff.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of DT/Textiles Technician you will:

• Prepare and set up materials and equipment for DT and Textiles lessons, ensuring all resources are ready for use
• Maintain and service machinery and equipment, including regular checks to ensure safety and functionality
• Assist teaching staff during practical lessons, providing technical support to students as required
• Support the creation and maintenance of classroom displays and exhibitions
• Relevant qualifications in Design & Technology and/or Textiles (e.g., BTEC, A-level, or equivalent)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable technician experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email daniel.uwaifo@smartteachers.co.uk.