DT Technician - Northampton Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Long-Term Role Are you a hands-on, organised individual with a background in Design & Technology, engineering, or workshop support? Do you enjoy working in a practical environment and supporting young people's learning? Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with secondary schools across Northampton who are looking to appoint DT Technicians from September 2025. These are full-time, long-term roles, ideal for someone with experience in a workshop or technical support setting, particularly within schools or colleges. As a DT Technician, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the DT department, helping prepare materials and equipment, maintaining machinery, and assisting both staff and students during lessons. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing materials, tools, and equipment for practical DT lessons (e.g. woodwork, metalwork, electronics, CAD/CAM) Ensuring machinery and tools are properly maintained and meet health & safety standards Supporting teachers during practical lessons and helping students use tools safely and effectively Managing stock, ordering supplies, and maintaining a tidy and well-organised workshop Following school policies for health, safety, and safeguarding at all times You'll be a great fit if you: Have previous experience in a workshop, engineering, or DT environment (school-based experience is a plus) Are confident using tools and machinery such as saws, drills, and 3D printers (training can be provided if needed) Understand the importance of safety and are happy to take responsibility for maintaining a safe workspace Are organised, reliable, and enjoy supporting young learners in a creative, practical subject Have good communication skills and can work well as part of a team What's in it for you: A long-term, stable role in a friendly and creative school environment Weekly pay with competitive rates Free CPD and training opportunities via The National College Ongoing support from your local Tradewind consultant A chance to be part of a department that helps students learn real-world, hands-on skills If you're practical, safety-conscious, and ready to support Design & Technology education in a rewarding school role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Tradewind Recruitment to find out more about current DT Technician opportunities in Northampton and nearby areas.