Design & Technology Workshop Technician – Secondary Academy in Slough (ASAP Start)

A well-resourced secondary academy in Slough is seeking a practical, safety-focused Design & Technology Technician to manage workshop spaces and technical machinery for an immediate (ASAP) start. Role Purpose Working alongside the DT teaching team, the workshop technician ensures all machinery, hand tools, material stocks, and digital manufacturing suites (CAD/CAM, 3D printers, laser cutters) are fully operational, safe, and prepared for Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A-Level practical lessons. Core Responsibilities Prepare timber, plastics, metals, and sheet materials for daily practical lessons using workshop machinery (circular saws, bandsaws, planers) Maintain, service, sharp, and repair hand tools, power tools, lathes, pillar drills, and workshop machinery Operate and assist pupils/staff with digital manufacturing equipment, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC routers Enforce strict workshop health and safety standards in full compliance with DATA and CLEAPSS guidelines Conduct daily end-of-lesson workshop clean-downs, extraction system checks, and hazardous material management Monitor stock levels of timbers, acrylics, fixings, and safety consumables, placing supplier orders as required Offer & Working Conditions Salary: £22,500 – £26,500 pro-rata (Term-Time Only + 1 week) Contract: Full-time, ongoing or permanent post starting ASAP Environment: Fully equipped engineering and woodworking workshops, CAD/CAM suite, and dedicated preparation rooms Location: Slough location with convenient transport links and on-site staff parking Candidate Profile Practical background in carpentry, joinery, mechanical engineering, product design, or workshop administration Valid health and safety certification for secondary school DT machinery (DATA / CLEAPSS machinery training certificates highly desirable) Proficiency operating traditional workshop tools as well as modern CAD/CAM software and laser cutters Strong commitment to workplace health, safety, dust extraction maintenance, and risk reduction Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) Application Submit your CV to be considered for this DT Workshop Technician position in Slough for an immediate start.