About this role
DT Technician Required
Part-time – 21 hours per week – (hours can be flexible throughout the week)
(term time + INSET days)
Pay Grade: DGS 3 - £26,168 fte (pro rata £12,945)
For an application form contact Michelle Bexley, HR Manager, on
01322 223039, Ext 146
Or by email: mbexley@dartfordgrammarschool.org.uk
Closing date: Tuesday 14 July 2026 at 9am
Interviews to take place: Thursday 16 July 2026
Start date: 1 September 2026
We are seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic Design & Technology Technician to support the day-to-day running of the Design & Technology department in a busy school. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing practical resources, maintaining workshop equipment and materials, ensuring a safe working environment, and supporting staff and students during practical lessons.
We are keen to hear from you if you have:
a strong commitment to supporting high-quality teaching and learning by maintaining a safe, organised, and well-equipped Design & Technology workshop environment
excellent organisational, communication, and practical IT skills, with the ability to prepare materials, maintain equipment, manage stock effectively, and keep accurate records
experience working in a Design & Technology workshop, educational setting, or a practical technical support role (desirable)
the ability to prepare resources confidently, maintain and service workshop equipment, follow health and safety procedures, prioritise competing demands effectively, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the Design & Technology department
Dartford Grammar School is a selective secondary academy for boys, which admits girls into its sixth form. There are six forms of entry to Year 7, and all of the students joining the school are from the top 25% of the ability range. The current roll is 1,575, including 660 in the sixth form.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all