London Borough of Hounslow
Design and Technology Technician

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DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Location: The Heathland, Wellington Road North, Hounslow TW4 5JD
Salary: £26,056 - £27,195 per annum
Closing Date: 04/09/2026
Design and Technology Technician
THE HEATHLAND SCHOOL
SCALE 4 POINT 7-10
Pro rata actual salary £26056 - £27195
[8am – 4pm 36 hours a week. Term Time plus 5 INSET days]
An exciting position has arisen at this large, multi-cultural 11-18 community school to join the Technology Department as Design and Technology Technician.
JOB PURPOSE
To provide technical support to the Design & Technology Department, ensuring the safe and efficient preparation, maintenance, and management of resources and equipment for practical lessons, supporting staff and students to enable high-quality teaching and learning.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
To be responsible to the Head of Technology for:
- Prepare, set up, and dismantle equipment, materials, and resources for DT practical lessons and demonstrations.
- Support teaching staff and students during practical activities, ensuring safe use of tools and machinery.
- Maintain, clean, and carry out routine safety checks on DT equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Manage and monitor stock levels of materials, tools, and equipment, placing orders as required.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations within the DT department, including risk assessments and maintaining accurate records.
- Assist with the organisation and display of students’ work and resources.
- Provide technical advice and guidance to staff and students as required.
- Support with the maintenance and repair of DT facilities and resources.
- Assist with the supervision of students in practical workshops, as directed by teaching staff.
- Keep up to date with developments in health & safety and relevant training.
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To be responsible to the Site Manager for:
- General maintenance and repairs around the school
- General carpentry – fixtures and fittings
- To follow all safeguarding procedures and complete training as required
- To ensure the School Minibuses are well maintained
HOW TO APPLY:
Please download the attached Application Form and Job Description/Person Specification. Completed applications will need to be sent back with names and addresses of 2 Referees via email (FAO: Elaine Quinn (School Business Manager) - equinn@heathland.hounslow.sch.uk) by 9:00am Friday 4th September 2026


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The school is located on a large site in Hounslow with excellent transport links and a large staff car park.
Please note that the school does not accept CVs. We reserve the right to interview as suitable applications are received. Please note references will be taken up in advance.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Heathland School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates' suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and asked to clarify their online presence.
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