Design Technician

Design Technician

Contract: Part Time, Term Time plus 1 week (39 weeks)

Required from: 21st August 2026

Grade: Grade 6, Points 9-10

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £25.994.00 - £26.409.00 FTE

£15.032.12 - £15.272.11 Actual

Hours: 25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 1 week)

  9.00am – 2.30pm, Monday to Friday

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic technician to support our Design Technology and Creative Arts Departments.

This is a varied and rewarding role, supporting teaching and learning across areas including Food Technology, Ceramics and Art. You will play a key part in ensuring that lessons run smoothly, safely and creatively, helping staff and students make the most of our specialist facilities. 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up materials, tools and equipment for practical lessons 
• Support teaching staff in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons 
• Maintain safe, clean and well-organised workshop, studio and classroom environments 
• Assist with stock control, ordering and storage of resources 
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures at all times 
• Carry out basic maintenance of equipment and tools 
• Provide support to students during practical activities where appropriate 

About You 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload 
• Has a proactive, hands-on approach 
• Enjoys working in a creative and practical environment 
• Communicates effectively with both staff and students 
• Takes pride in maintaining safe and inspiring learning spaces 
• Has experience or an interest in Design Technology, Art, Ceramics or Food Technology (desirable, not essential)

Why Join Us? 

At Ivanhoe School, you will join a supportive and forward-thinking team, working in well-resourced departments where creativity and practical learning are highly valued. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to students’ learning experiences across a range of exciting subjects. 

Closing Date

The closing date for completed applications is 9.00am, 16th June 2026.