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* Design Technology TechnicianFast Apply# Design Technology TechnicianEmployerLocation: Trowbridge, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £13.47 per hour (£25,989 pro rata per annum)Posted: 9th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 6th January 2026 12:00 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1523415Job Reference: CLA25-26-8Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1523415* Share :**Clarendon Academy** is looking for a skilled **DT technician** to provide support for teaching and learning in our Design Technology classrooms. This is a wonderful opportunity to join our dedicated team of technicians and be involved in preparing resources and equipment for lessons: hard materials: woods, metals and plastics, as well as maintaining machinery and ordering supplies. Previous experience of working in an educational environment is advantageous but not essential. A knowledge of basic engineering and/or mechanics would be useful, however full training will be given.**Working Hours:** Part Time (35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 39 weeks per year including Teacher Training days). **Required:** ASAP.Clarendon Academy is a thriving co-educational, non-denominational secondary school and sixth form, educating young people between the ages of 11 and 18. Located in the bustling town of Trowbridge, Wiltshire, and in easy commuter distance from Bath, we pride ourselves on being a centre of excellence and a place where young, enthusiastic children enter in Year 7 and leave us at the end of Year 13 as fully rounded young adults. We are part of the Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.The successful candidate must be able to work with a variety of staff and students, possess a can-do and flexible attitude and be well-organised with a good practical aptitude. This is a varied and busy role, which involves producing accurate work to tight deadlines, so applicants must possess excellent time management skills.**We are looking for someone who:*** Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of students and staff;* Is self-motivated, dedicated and consistent;* Is a strong team player, good at building relationships;* Has a confident, resilient and flexible attitude;* Is highly-organised, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines;* Is well presented with a professional approach;* Can observe Health & Safety regulations fully and identify possible risks;* Enjoys working with young people and supporting them in lessons.**We can offer the successful candidate:*** An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;* A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;* Opportunities for training and progression;* The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;* A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.**For information about this role**, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our **Applicant Information Pack**. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on: 01225-785210**Closing Date:** Tuesday 6th January 2026 at 12pm**Interview Date**: w/c Monday 12th January 2026**Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:*Acorn Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening.We are an equal opportunities employer.As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.*### The Clarendon AcademyPart of### Acorn Education Trust