Science, DT and FT Technician

Dedworth Middle School, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5PE

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026

• Closing date

  31 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £12,830.00 Annually (Actual)

Science, DT and FT Technician job summary

We are seeking a practical, organised and enthusiastic Science, DT and Food Technology Technician to join our supportive and committed team.

This is a key role providing safe, effective and efficient technical support across Science, DT and Food Technology, helping to ensure high‑quality teaching and learning through well‑prepared practical activities.

About the Role

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare laboratories, workshops and food rooms for practical lessons and clear away safely afterwards
• Prepare chemical solutions and materials accurately for experimental work
• Maintain, clean, organise and store scientific, DT and food technology equipment
• Support teachers and pupils during practical and theory lessons
• Ensure high standards of health and safety, including risk assessments, COSHH and safe chemical storage
• Manage stock control, ordering resources and ingredients as required
• Carry out routine checks, basic maintenance and organise repairs of tools, machinery and kitchen equipment
• Maintain clean, organised and safe learning environments at all times
• Support departmental events such as open evenings and induction activities

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a good general standard of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science
• Has a strong interest in supporting children and learning
• Is confident working with students in an educational environment
• Demonstrates excellent organisation, attention to detail and administration skills
• Is proactive, self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Has good practical skills and a flexible, positive approach
• Communicates effectively with both adults and children
• Works well as part of a team and remains calm under pressure

Experience working in Science, DT or Food Technology in a school or similar setting is desirable, as is experience of chemical handling and health and safety compliance, although training will be provided where required.

Safeguarding

Dedworth Middle School and Windsor Learning Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must share this commitment, and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Dedworth Middle School

• School type: Academies, ages 9 to 13
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 533 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 9 to 13
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Dedworth Middle School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dedworth-middle-school-windsor

At Dedworth Middle School we were recently graded ‘GOOD’ by Ofsted and we work in an environment where opportunities are limitless, the children are supported, and outcomes always consider the whole child. We continue to aim for the highest of standards and provide a friendly and hardworking team. “A member of staff said, ‘The why is behind every decision, and this always takes pupils into consideration and us as staff. It is a happy and lovely place to work and thrive.” Ofsted, June 2022. We are a fully inclusive middle school, currently with over 500 pupils on roll aged from 9-13.

We are part of the Windsor Learning Partnership which includes Windsor Girls’ School, The Windsor Boys’ School, Clewer Green C of E First School, Oakfield First School and Dedworth Green First School. In the heart of The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Dedworth Middle School has a strong reputation for being a community school with happy, successful pupils and a proven track record for high quality professional development.

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