DT Technician
Outwood Academy Freeston, Normanton, WF6 1HZ14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
1 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
18 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Design and technology
Working pattern
- Part time: 30 hours per week Term Time only plus 5 additional days to be carried out throughout the year Monday to Friday, 08.30am until 3.00pm
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £17801 - £18084
What skills and experience we're looking for
Do you have specialised technical skills in Design and Technology and a commitment to ensuring students have safe, fully operational resources for their practical learning? Are you adept at maintaining complex workshop equipment and ensuring the highest standards of safety and organisation? This role is dedicated to supporting teaching and learning in the Technology Department on a day-to-day basis.
We are looking for an organised, proactive and practically minded Design Technology Technician to assist our DT Teaching staff. You will enable the workshop to operate efficiently by ensuring that it is a well organised, safe environment with appropriate materials and equipment. The primary responsibilities are:
- Provide technical support and advice to staff and students across food, textiles and resistant materials
- Prepare tools, equipment and materials for lessons and displays
- Undertake a practical health and safety role for the department
Experience working in a school environment and a strong understanding of health and safety are a plus, as are strong IT skills. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and a confident team player who enjoys helping students and takes pride in their progress.
Level 2 Qualification in English and Maths or equivalent
Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualification and training and development in the post
What the school offers its staff
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
Secure Pay & Pension:Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training & Progression:Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
Flexibility & Leave:Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff.(Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
Wellbeing & Perks:Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Outwood Academy Freeston
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 988 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Outwood Academy Freeston website
- Email address
- l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com
- Phone number
- 01924302560
Outwood Academy Freeston provides education for 11-16 year olds, and is situated in the heart of Normanton, West Yorkshire near the city of Wakefield.
Outwood Academy Freeston aims to provide the best education for all its students by promoting the highest academic standards through quality teaching and learning. It develops students with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will prepare them well for the future. We aim to create and sustain a positive learning environment and work in partnership with parents and the wider community to improve in every aspect of our work.
Outwood Academy Freeston is a member of Outwood Grange Academies Trust. The Trust currently sponsors a number of secondary and primary schools in the region. Outwood Grange Academy has been a National Teaching school for many years and was accredited as one of the country’s first Teaching Schools.
Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Freeston
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com.
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