Oakwood Secondary School Horley
Design Technology Technician

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October 2026
Oakwood School is seeking a highly motivated Design Technology Technician to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in a busy, safety-focused department delivering an engaging curriculum to 1600 pupils at Key Stage 3 and a wide range of Key Stage 4 options, including Design and Technology, Hospitality and Catering, and Food Preparation and Nutrition.
Job Title
Design Technology Technician
Grade
PS5
Salary
£28,546 to £30,581 (FTE): Actual salary based on 32.5 hours is £22,170 - £23, 751
Hours
32.5 hours per week (8.15am to 15.15pm - Flexible) Monday to Friday, term time only
Consideration will be given to reduce working hours for the right candidate
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Responsible to
Senior Science Technician/ Head of Design Technology
Location
Oakwood School
Job Purpose
- Provide technical and support to the Subject Leader for Design and Technology and other teaching staff as required.
- Advise and assist in lessons as “technician support” when booked by teaching staff.
- Perform day to day cleaning of departmental classrooms and equipment as appropriate.
- Perform day to day maintenance and repair of departmental equipment.
- Arrange for specialist maintenance and testing of departmental equipment.
Interested Candidates Are Invited To Submit
- A completed Oakwood School application form.
- A cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.


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Please send your application to recruitment@oakwood.surrey.sch.uk by midday Friday 9th October 2026.
Interviews will take place week commencing w/c 12th October 2026.
PLEASE NOTE, INTERVIEWS MAY TAKE PLACE SOONER FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE SO PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Curriculum Vitae will not be accepted
Oakwood School reserves the right to withdraw this advert early should circumstances change.
Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding the application process or the role, please contact:
Maryann Harvey (HR Assistant)
Phone: 01293 785363
Email: recruitment@oakwood.surrey.sch.uk
We look forward to receiving your application.
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