Job Description

Job Title: DT Technician
Location: Sheffield
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £110 - £130 per day

Are you an organised and proactive DT Technician looking for your next opportunity within Secondary education?

Do you have experience preparing materials and maintaining a safe workshop environment?

Are you looking for flexible part-time or full-time work in Secondary schools across Sheffield?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of Secondary schools across Sheffield that are expected to require experienced DT Technicians throughout the 2026/27 academic year. We work closely with a range of welcoming schools that value practical learning and provide supportive environments for both staff and students.

We are looking to recruit DT Technicians for both short-term and long-term opportunities, with part-time and full-time positions available from September 2026. The successful DT Technician will support Design and Technology departments by preparing lesson resources, maintaining workshop equipment, ensuring health and safety procedures are followed, managing stock levels, and assisting teaching staff where required.

The successful DT Technician will have:

• Previous experience working as a DT Technician or within a Design and Technology environment
• Knowledge of workshop health and safety procedures
• Experience preparing materials and maintaining tools and equipment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding suitable opportunities.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.