Design Technology Technician

St Petersschool; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Guildford is seeking an enthusiastic Design Technology Technician to join their team. This part-time role involves managing workshops, supporting students' practical projects, and preparing materials for lessons. Candidates should have knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery and a passion for engaging with young learners. The position offers a friendly environment, professional development opportunities, and a pension scheme. Applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK are welcomed.

Benefits

Friendly and collaborative environment

Training courses in machinery and health and safety

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to sports facilities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a passion for supporting students' practical work.
• Experience with workshop equipment will be a significant advantage.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies like CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain workshops and equipment.
• Prepare materials for lessons.
• Support students' learning during practical lessons.

Skills

Knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery

Budgeting skills

Basic IT skills

CNC equipment knowledge

Job description

* Design Technology TechnicianFast Apply# Design Technology TechnicianEmployerLocation: Guildford, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeSalary: Actual salary £20,953 to £22,436Posted: 4th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 6th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1522815Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1522815* Share :**St Peter’s is looking for an enthusiastic part-time Design and Technology Technician to join our friendly team as soon as possible, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday during term time.****Surrey Pay Scale PS4 £25,052 to £26,825 FTE\*****35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (39 weeks per year. \*Actual salary £20,953 to £22,436**St Peter's is a renowned successful school and Sixth Form in Guildford. We have an exciting opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join our team as technician to the Design & Technology Department. This individual will be required to manage and maintain our workshops and equipment as well as managing orders and preparing materials. They will also be required on staff request to be present in lessons to support students’ practical work.About St Peter’s:• St Peter’s Catholic School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is an extremely successful school and Sixth Form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford, with onsite parking.• Standards are high and academic progress excellent, with very good facilities and resources.• Community is a key aspect of our ethos; relationships between students and staff are excellent.• We are also a partner school of Teach Southeast, an initial teacher training (ITT) providerAbout the Design Technology Department:• We currently teach Textiles, Product Design, Food & Nutrition (which has its own dedicated technician) and Architecture. We have a wide range of up to date well maintained equipment with six subject specific teaching rooms.• As a team we are friendly, hardworking, positive and passionate about our subject. We work hard to develop exciting projects that will capture imaginations and make learning fun. We share ideas and resources and work in a highly effective and collaborative way.About You:• We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Technician of Design Technology ideally with a knowledge of wood and metalworking machinery and techniques.• A successful applicant will ideally have budgeting and basic IT skills. We are particularly interested in individuals who are willing to embrace learning new technologies such as CNC equipment. We also need a technician who thrives working with young people and puts them at the heart of everything they do.St Peter’s can offer you:• A friendly, supportive environment where best practise is shared to ensure high quality teaching and continuous development.• Training courses in machinery and health and safety run through our trust schools.• The opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic and supportive team.• An organisation with a unique ethos based on strong relationships, high expectations and emotional and spiritual health.• A Local Government Pension Scheme.• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘Mylifestyle’, our employee benefits hub.• All staff benefit from free access to the Spectrum (Guildford, Sports Centre) including the gym, group exercise classes, spa and pool.If you are passionate about your subject and want to really make a difference to the lives of young people, then St Peter’s could be the school for you.**As we are unable to offer a sponsorship, we can only accept applications from candidates that already have the right to work in the UK.****Our roles can receive high volumes of applicants and we may need to occasionally close a vacancy before the published closing date of the advert. Interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received. We do not want you to miss out, so recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.****If you are interested in the position but would like further information before applying, please contact the school directly.**The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.### St Peter's Catholic SchoolPart of### Xavier Catholic Education Trust