Job Description

Lead Design & Technology Technician - Secondary School
Location: Northampton
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £21,377.58 - £23,141.56

Are you practical, enthusiastic, and highly organised, with a passion for supporting creative and technical learning? Do you enjoy working in a hands-on environment where you can help bring design ideas to life?

Secondary schools in Northampton are seeking a versatile and committed Lead Design & Technology Technician to support the DT department and lead a small team of technicians from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and eager to play a key role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning within a busy and creative department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support a small team of DT technicians, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department

  • Prepare, maintain, and organise tools, machinery, and materials for practical lessons across Design & Technology

  • Work closely with teaching staff to ensure all resources are in place to deliver high-quality, practical lessons

  • Support across Art, Resistant Materials, and (desirable but not essential) Food Technology when required

  • Assist teachers and students during practical sessions, providing technical support and guidance

  • Ensure health and safety procedures are followed at all times, including equipment checks and risk assessments

  • Manage stock control, ordering, and organisation of departmental resources

  • Provide administrative support to the department where needed

  • Contribute to displays, exhibitions, and celebration of student work

  • Support the maintenance and servicing of equipment and machinery

About the Role:

We are looking for a versatile and enthusiastic member of staff to support the school's Design & Technology department and lead a small team of technicians. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, working closely with teachers to ensure they have everything needed to deliver a first-class education and that students are fully supported in their practical learning.

While experience in a similar role is beneficial, it is not essential. However, the successful applicant will be required to undertake specialist training provided by the school to ensure they can confidently and safely operate DT machinery and equipment.

What We're Looking For:

  • Practical, hands-on experience in a workshop, creative, or technical environment (desirable but not essential)

  • A strong interest in Design & Technology, Art, or practical education

  • Ability to lead and support others within a small team

  • Good organisational and communication skills

  • A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to work

  • Willingness to learn and undertake full in-house training

  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety

  • Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff and students

Why Apply?

  • Full-time, permanent-style opportunity within a supportive secondary school

  • Lead role within a creative and well-resourced DT department

  • Opportunity to gain specialist training and develop technical skills

  • Supportive environment with strong teamwork and collaboration

  • Chance to make a real impact on practical learning and student creativity

  • Excellent professional development opportunities

If you are enthusiastic about design, making, and supporting young people in a practical learning environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in education.

Apply today to become a Lead Design & Technology Technician in Northampton starting September 2026.