Design Technology: Support Teacher / Technician - Woodhouse Grove School

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Woodhouse Grove School. Start Date: 1st September 2026 Teaching & Learning Support the delivery of practical workshop sessions, demonstrations, project-based learning and ensuring correct and safe use of equipment. Deliver engaging, well-structured DT lessons to small groups of students under the supervision of qualified teaching staff. Support the planning and preparation of schemes of work and lesson resources. Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of learners with different abilities and backgrounds. Provide effective classroom management, ensuring a positive learning environment. Technical & Workshop Support Maintain stock levels, order materials and manage consumables within budget guidelines. Prepare, maintain and organise materials, tools, machinery and equipment for DT lessons. Assist with constructing prototypes, demonstration models and teaching aids. Carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs on tools, machinery and equipment. Ensure workshop areas, preparation rooms and storage spaces are kept clean, tidy and organised. Health & Safety Responsibilities Promote and uphold the highest standards of health, safety and safeguarding within workshop environments. Conduct daily equipment checks and report defects or hazards promptly. Ensure all machinery, tools and materials comply with relevant statutory and school H&S requirements. Support the development and review of risk assessments for practical activities and machinery. Supervise pupils during practical work to ensure safe working practices are consistently followed. Provide guidance and modelling on correct use of PPE and safety procedures. Participate in relevant health & safety training, including CLEAPSS guidance and safe machinery operation. Attend termly whole-school Health & Safety Committee meetings. General Duties Contribute to departmental planning, development and evaluation. Support school-wide initiatives, events and enrichment activities relating to DT. Maintain high professional standards in line with school policies and statutory guidance. Undertake any other reasonable duties related to the role, as required by line manager/senior leadership. To apply, go to Closing Date: Midnight, Friday 12th June 2026 Woodhouse Grove School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This appointment will be conditional upon successful pre-employment and DBS checks. All applicants must read the information on our website regarding further employment checks, equal opportunities and our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kirklees Council