Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November Start

Design Technology Technician - Widnes - November Start

Location: Widnes, Halton
Start Date: After October half-term 2026
Working Pattern: 5 days per week
Contract: School-based temporary vacancy
Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience

Tradewind 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 Role

As 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 lessons

Setting up and clearing away practical classroom activities

Maintaining workshop equipment and teaching resources

Supporting the safe use and storage of tools and machinery

Monitoring stock levels and organising materials

Assisting with routine equipment checks and maintenance

Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and activities

Maintaining clean, organised and safe workshop environments

Following school health and safety procedures

Supporting the wider Design and Technology department as required

The successful candidate will need to be comfortable working in practical teaching environments and understand the importance of safe workshop procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

We are particularly interested in applicants who have:

Previous experience as a Design Technology Technician or Workshop Technician

Practical knowledge of workshop tools, machinery and materials

Experience working with wood, metal, plastics or other DT materials

A sound understanding of workshop health and safety

Strong organisational and practical problem-solving skills

The ability to maintain equipment and prepare resources

Confidence working independently and alongside teaching staff

A reliable, proactive and professional approach

Previous 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 pay

Weekly pay

A genuine school-based vacancy

A dedicated education recruitment consultant

Access to further technician and school support opportunities

Free CPD through The National College

Support throughout the recruitment process

Ongoing assistance during your placement

Important Applicant Information

Applicants 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 Today

If 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 Bailey
Tradewind Recruitment

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed