Duties and Responsibilities

The main responsibility of the DT Technician will be to deliver resources and provide hands on help during practical lessons. To maintain a healthy and safe working environment and provide technical advice and support in the workshop as well as the following areas: Mechanisms, Electronics, CAD/CAM & Textiles.

Health & Safety

• Be familiar with the Health and Safety procedures for working in DT classrooms and report any concerns to the Head of Department and Facilities Manager
• Ensure that the classroom is fully equipped, including hand towels, safety goggles, etc. and that any concerns regarding facilities, including sinks and lighting are reported to the Facilities Manager
• Help maintain health and safety records in the department and advise of best practice and legislative changes to the Health & Safety Policy
• Know how to respond in case of an emergency within the DT Room
• Maintain training records for relevant staff
• Ensure hand tools/equipment are regularly maintained and records kept
• Use the department risk assessment proformas for equipment and general practical work
• Assist in ensuring that all pupils heed classroom safety rules
• Ensure safe practice in line with government guidelines for as long as COVID restrictions remain in place

Classroom Management

• Ensure room and electrical equipment is safe for use prior to each lesson
• Prepare equipment, machinery and materials in the classroom in readiness for the planned lesson
• Ensure all equipment, machinery and materials used in lessons are cleaned and put away promptly
• Dispose of materials and waste including sharps

Support

• To work alongside Head of Department in the organisation and execution of the Annual Art/DT Exhibition, Parents Evenings and Open Mornings
• Maintain equipment, materials and resources in the Department
• Undertake regular stocktaking and order equipment and materials as necessary; advising on any new equipment needed in line with maintenance and safety requirements
• To assist with ordering, monitoring and recording of department expenditure
• Maintain an orderly and safe system of key storage
• Assist in in DT displays in and out of the classroom