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  • Start date details

    September 2025

  • Closing date

    22 June 2025 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    2 June 2025

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£22,569.00 - £24,446.00 Annually (Actual) Term Time Only

Technology Technician job summary

Technology Technician

NCDAT Grade 3

Term Time Only

To Start September 2025

Are you passionate about hands-on learning, creative innovation, and the safe use of tools and technology? Do you thrive in a buzzing workshop environment where no two days are the same? If so, we want YOU to be part of our forward-thinking Design & Technology department!

We are looking for a Technology Technician who will play a pivotal role in supporting practical learning, ensuring our workspaces are safe, fully equipped, and inspiring for both students and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a thriving educational trust and help shape the future of young designers, engineers, and creators.

You Will:

  • Prep teaching spaces with tools, machinery, and materials ahead of practical sessions.

  • Keep our workshops safe, secure, and sparkling clean.

  • Maintain, repair, and care for our tools and equipment.

  • Support teaching staff during exciting hands-on lessons and demonstrations.

  • Supervise students using specialist equipment and ensure PPE is always used properly.

  • Manage stock levels, place orders, and keep the department well-resourced.

  • Ensure full compliance with health & safety policies and risk assessments.

  • Be a positive role model for students – in attitude, professionalism, and teamwork.

What we are looking for:Essential:
  • 4 GCSEs (Grade 4+/A-C), including English and Maths.

  • At least 2 years’ experience in a design or technology-based setting.

  • Knowledge of workshop tools, safety procedures, and IT systems (Microsoft Office).

  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.

  • A commitment to student wellbeing and safeguarding.

Desirable:

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

  • Experience in a school environment or working with young people.

  • First Aid training.

  • Ability to carry out simple machinery and equipment repairs.

    If you would like to arrange an informal visit or require further information on the position, please contact Kelly Jobes at k.jobes@wellfieldschool.net

    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.

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    About Wellfield School

    School type
    Academy, ages 11 to 16
    Education phase
    Secondary
    School size
    912 pupils enrolled
    Age range
    11 to 16
    Ofsted report
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    Wellfield School is a mixed, comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school without sixth form situated in Wingate, County Durham. It is a community state school that provides 1,200 places for students between the ages of 11 and 16 when fully subscribed. Wellfield School is part of New College Durham Academies Trust.

    Wellfield School’s motto is “Go the extra mile”. It is a learning community that aims for high achievement and success for all. The secondary school prides itself on being a happy and caring environment, an exciting centre of learning for the community, and a place where all children feel respected for their individual talents.

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