Job Title: DT/Art Technician
Location: Waltham Forest, East London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Salary: £14 - £16 per hour (dependent on experience)
Are you a creative, hands-on individual with a flair for design and the arts? A forward-thinking secondary school in Waltham Forest is looking to appoint a skilled and proactive Design Technology/Art Technician to join their team as soon as possible.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting both the Art and Design & Technology departments, helping to create a vibrant and inspiring learning environment for students.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant qualifications or practical experience in Art, Design Technology, or a related discipline
• Familiarity with tools, machinery, and workshop safety protocols (experience with laser cutters, 3D printers, or kilns is highly desirable)
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks independently
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach to supporting creativity in the classroom
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Prepare and organise tools, materials, and equipment for practical lessons across Art and DT
• Support students and staff during lessons, providing technical guidance when needed
• Ensure all tools, machinery, and materials are safely maintained and compliant with health and safety standards
• Monitor and manage departmental stock and supplies, including ordering materials such as timber, adhesives, paints, and art tools
• Contribute to the display of student work and project outcomes throughout the school
• Maintain tidy, well-organised workshops and studio spaces