Design Technology Technician

Olympustrust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational trust in Bristol is looking for a part-time Design Technology Technician to support teaching staff and assist with student activities. The ideal candidate will have a design/manufacturing background and be enthusiastic about working with students. This permanent position offers a salary between £26,824 - £28,142 pro rata. Applicants should be able to work both independently and collaboratively to provide excellent support in the education environment and align with the trust's vision.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo at reduced rates

Free onsite parking

Coaching/Counselling services

Termly and annual staff recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and experienced in a similar role or design/manufacturing background.
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Enjoys working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to support teaching staff.
• Offer in-class support with student activities.
• Ensure the highest standards of support in student learning.

Skills

Technical assistance

Experience in design/manufacturing

Good practical skills

ICT skills

Job description

* Design Technology TechnicianFast Apply# Design Technology TechnicianEmployerLocation: Bristol, South GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £26,824 - £28,142 (£20,858 - £21,883 pro rata)Posted: 18th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 7th January 2026 08:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527087Job Reference: ACS/DTTech/2026Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1527087* Share :**Location:** Abbeywood Community School**Post**: Design Technology Technician**Contract type:** Permanent**Pay Scale:** Grade 10 - £26,824 - £28,142 (£20,858 - £21,883 pro rata)**The Role**We are looking to appoint a specialist Design Technology Technician to provide technical assistance to support teaching staff, including in-class support with student activities. You will be enthusiastic and have experience of a similar role or a design/manufacturing background with good practical and ICT skills.You will be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team and enjoy working with young people.This is a permanent post working 33.45 hours per week, term time only plus Inset days.**Our Philosophy as an Employer**Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.**Benefits**• Pension Scheme• Annual pay progression opportunities• Cycle to Work Scheme• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates• Free onsite parking• Coaching/Counselling services• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme• Employee Assistance Programme**Closing date:** Wednesday 7th January 2026Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable applications so would advise early applications.**Date of Interviews:** TBCThe Olympus Academy Trust - Abbeywood Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people’s welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.**Safeguarding Statement**The Olympus Academy Trust - Winterbourne Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers and candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. Where given permission to do so, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Candidates attending an interview should expect the interview panel to explore issues relating to safeguarding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:*The Olympus Academy Trust - Abbeywood Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers and candidates for vacant posts are expected to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. Where given permission to do so, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Candidates attending an interview should expect the interview panel to explore issues relating to safeguarding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.*### Abbeywood Community SchoolPart of### The Olympus Academy Trust