Design & Technology Technician
Competitive salary plus benefits
For February 2026
Full Time, Term-Time, with flexibility for the right candidate
Permanent
Notting Hill & Ealing High School, one of London’s leading independent girls’ day schools, has an exciting opportunity for an active and passionate technician to support our DT department.
We are looking for a D&T Technician, who is keen to get involved in all practical elements of the role. You will be working closely with the Head of D&T in all aspects of the Department's work and provide technical D&T support for the students. We are looking for a practically-minded, design aware technician to support and continue to develop an exciting department of Design & Technology.
Please see the applicant pack for full details about the school and the department.
D&T at NHEHS
D&T is a popular subject throughout the school and our GCSE and A-Level results are consistently outstanding.
The D&T Department is currently focussed on Product Design, with an emphasis on timber and polymers. CAD/CAM and additive manufacture are used extensively, and we have high-spec, modern facilities, including two laser cutters and three 3D printers. Going forwards, we are looking to develop and expand our coverage of metals, electronics, systems and control which may also include technical textiles. The ideal candidate would have the ability and experience to assist in this regard.
Teaching at NHEHS
“Teaching here is all about inspiring designers of the future; being able to have in-depth conversations with students about your subject and helping to enthuse them with the same passion as you have. Teaching at NHEHS is exactly what I imagined teaching would be like when I took to inspiring and developing bright young minds that will challenge you every day; it’s what teaching should be!”
- Head of Department
About the School
NHEHS is a leading academic day school. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. We occupy a site in suburban, leafy, west Ealing with excellent transport links. As part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, including:
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
- Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (12% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
- 36-week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2-week half term in the Autumn
- 36 hour working week for full time support staff
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
- Free life assurance benefit
- Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24-hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
- In-school staff wellbeing activities and access to the school gym with swimming pool.
- Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
Further information about this position and how to apply is available by clicking the apply button.
Early applications are encouraged as we will be holding interviews when suitable applications are received.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.