Senior DT Technician – Workshop Safety & Materials

Senior DT Technician – Lead Workshop Safety and Specialist Resistant Materials Support – Leeds

A dynamic secondary school in Leeds is seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Senior DT Technician to specialize in Resistant Materials and lead workshop management from January 2026.

• Significant experience working as a DT Technician, specializing in Resistant Materials (Wood/Metal/Plastics).
• Expert knowledge of workshop machinery operation, maintenance, and safety regulations (e.g., COSHH).
• Proven ability to prepare materials, set up practical projects, and assist students with specialist equipment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing stock, materials procurement, and budget tracking.

This is a senior role, essential to the success and safety of our busy DT department. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the main workshop, supported by a junior technician. We offer a competitive regional salary and prioritize ongoing professional training in specialist machinery and safety certification.

• Lead role in managing and maintaining a fully‑equipped resistant materials workshop
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• Competitive regional salary and strong focus on technical safety certification CPD
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• Responsibility for materials procurement and stock control
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• Supportive DT team with high student uptake at KS4/5.

Paid to Regional Support Staff Scale (Competitive)

To apply for this Senior DT Technician position in Leeds, please send your most up-to-date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.