D&T Technician

D&T Technician

The School
Churcher’s College is an Independent

equipment and materials are fit for purpose and

maintain a safe environment for learning across

coeducational day school offering Nursery,

the year  groups. The department comprises of

Junior, Senior and Sixth Form education.

two full-time subject specialists, one part-time

With 1060 pupils in the Senior School and 250

subject specialist and two technicians. All pupils

pupils in the Junior School of approximately

study the subject until the end of year 9 with

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Daily checks of workbench equipment and

tools racks – restocking as appropriate

Assist with maintenance of the fabric of the

department

Daily checking of department consumables

Maintain and develop suitable storage

equal numbers of boys and girls, Churcher’s

exam groups at GCSE and A level. The subject

solutions for materials

College enjoys recognition as one of the most

enjoys good uptake in the examination groups

•  Weekly maintenance of laser cutters

accomplished independent, coeducational day

and achieves great examination result success,

•  Weekly clearance of extraction bins

schools in the country.

being one of the top performing subjects in the

The school is hosted on two campus sites in

Hampshire enabling the Junior School and

Nursery pupils to flourish in their own

beautiful grounds in Liphook, whilst

maintaining close links to the Senior

School and Sixth Form located in nearby

school.

Main Duties
Classroom Support (to both teachers and

pupils)
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Ensure the correct materials and equipment

Petersfield. Both sites offer on-site playing

are available for the daily timetabled

fields and unrivalled facilities, providing the

lessons

comfort and opportunities of an open,

healthy environment.

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Set up equipment for demonstrations and

prepare teaching aids

Clearing up of equipment on the completion

Churcher’s College offers the widest range

of lessons, maintaining a clean and safe

of experiences and the opportunity to be the

environment

best.   The school has received independent

•  Working with pupils to assist in the

Administration and General Duties
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Monitoring and ordering of stock materials,

following school purchasing protocol and

ensuring competitive prices

Ongoing ordering of materials for upcoming

projects (working to teaching plan)

Maintenance of strong relationships with

our suppliers

Maintain a record of suppliers and sources

of specific materials for future reference

Establish and maintain computerised stock

control system on the network

Be available for Open Days, Private View

evenings and school trips as necessary

Perform appropriate risk assessments

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acknowledgement for its academic success,

development of their projects when directed

and monitoring of safety equipment and

creative arts, performing arts, adventurous

by teaching staff

procedures.

activities and sporting achievements.

Churcher’s is an inclusive school where

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Assist teachers with specialised equipment

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Liaise with head of department to ensure

Any other reasonable tasks to assist

all health and safety protocols are in place

parents, children, staff and friends all

teachers in the smooth running of the

including the updating of risk assessment/

contribute to the rich and broad education

department

COSHH information.

provided. We aim to nurture children into

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Maintenance and Preparation (to ensure

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Liaise with the maintenance department

educated, informed, socially responsible and

equipment is safe and fully functioning,

when required to ensure department is well

respectful citizens ready to succeed in life.

causing minimal interruption to teaching

maintained (raise tickets as appropriate)

The Role
An enthusiastic and well qualified individual

is required to join the Design Technology

Department; this role offers technical and

practical support to both pupils and staff

ensuring  the smooth running of this busy

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times)

Maintenance of all wood, metal and plastics

machinery

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Attend weekly department meetings

Assist with the management of text books

Sharpening and maintenance of all tools

and equipment

Health and Safety and Training
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Undertake regular training to keep up

Preparation of materials for pupil projects

to date with developments in the design

Distribution of workshop consumables such

technology field

department. You will need to ensure both

as abrasives, paints, screws etc.

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Establish regular communication with the

HoD on health and safety issues and any

week) for 43 weeks (term time 35 weeks + 3

enhanced DBS check. A copy of the school policy

other concerns

weeks during school holiday plus 5 weeks paid

on DBS is available on  request.

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D&T technicians should manage their

holiday). Part-time applications are welcome.

time well and plan ahead to ensure all

Two written references will be required and

materials and  equipment are available and

Pay: Competitive salary dependent on

any gaps in employment records will be

operational for upcoming projects/modules.

experience.

Advance discussions with teaching staff

and reference to the year planner will be

Start date: September 2026

essential.

investigated. It is also necessary for all staff to

notify the Headmaster before appointment of

any convictions, or other factors  which may

be relevant to their employment in a school

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All staff within the school will need

Probation period: Six months

environment.

to be committed to pupil welfare and

safeguarding and conduct themselves

Notice: A written notice period of half a term is

Churcher’s College is committed to safeguarding

appropriately and complete any relevant or

required for either the Employer or Employee to

and promoting the  welfare of children and

required training.

reasonably terminate the employment contract.

young people and expects all staff to share this

Personal Qualities
•  Well organised and forward planner

Pension: The post holder is entitled to join the

School’s Pension Scheme.

Can do attitude” to problem solving

commitment.

Churcher’s College aims to be a fair employer and

is committed to  equal opportunities and does not

Approachable and adaptable working style

To Apply Please send completed the

discriminate against employees on the basis of

Team player

application form (available from the website)

gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.

Able to work alone and use initiative

and letter of application to Claire Buckton,

Ability to adjust communication style to

HR Manager, Churcher’s College. Ramshill,

Closing date: 20 February 2026

differing audiences including a range of

Petersfield, Hampshire GU31 4AS, or by

pupils

Strong communication skills

email to recruitment@churcherscollege.com.

Interviews: 4 March 2026

A passion to help children learn and develop

Vetting/recruitment: All staff appointed to

to their potential

positions at Churcher’s College must undergo an

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Skills & Experience
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Good standard of practical knowledge,

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working with wood, metal and plastics

Good standard of practical knowledge of

metal welding MIG/TIG a benefit

Good understanding of and ability to use

relevant equipment/technology

•  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office,

including Word, Excel and Outlook

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Ideally, some working knowledge of

3D design (SolidWorks) and 2D design

(TechSoft) or equivalent

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Previous experience working as D&T

technician would be beneficial but not

essential  as strong industry experience

would also be appropriate

Some experience working with children or

young people is desirable

Current Health and Safety training

certificate is desirable

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Employment Terms
Location: Churcher’s College Senior School,

Ramshill, Petersfield GU31 4AS

Responsible to: Head of Design Technology

Hours: 8:30 - 16:30 Monday to Friday with 30

mins for lunch (37.5 hours per