Strathallan School - Design Technology Technician

Scotland
Strathallan School
Part-time | Term Time

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Design Technology Technician.

Detail

We are looking for a meticulous, experienced and enthusiastic Design Technology Technician to join our Design Technology department from August 2025.

Working term-time only on a part-time basis, the successful candidate will support the Head of Design Technology with the day to day running of three specialist workshops, ensuring the maintenance and safe working use of equipment. The post holder will also be responsible for the preparation of materials for various projects and classes.

It is essential that the DT Technician has a strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices.

This role offers a varied and engaging work environment, perfect for a proactive individual passionate about supporting educational excellence in Design Technology.

Hours of Work

The working hours for this position are 15 per week. Standard working hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, including an unpaid one-hour lunch break. The working days and times for this role are flexible and can be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

Free On-site parking
Free lunch during term-time
Staff Discount in Art Café
Retail Discounts and Blue Light Card Eligibility
Death-in-service cover.

Application Process

Further details of the School are available on the School’s website: www.strathallan.co.uk

The closing date for applications is Sunday 27 April 2025, with interviews to take place shortly after the closing date.
To apply for this position, please complete the online application form. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@strathallan.co.uk

About Strathallan School

Set within 153 acres of beautiful Perthshire campus, Strathallan School has been doing education differently for over 100 years. Strathallan’s reputation as a leading co-educational boarding and day school is longstanding, attracting pupils from across the UK and around the world with an outstanding programmes in academics, sports and the arts.

There are around 600 pupils of ages 5-18, divided between Strathallan Prep School and Strathallan Senior School. There are three senior Girls' Houses and the four senior Boys' Houses and a junior boarding house, and approximately 65% of pupils are full boarders.

The School is situated in the beautiful Earn Valley on a self-contained wooded estate of 153 acres at the edge of the village of Forgandenny. Perth is the nearest town some ten minutes away by car and access to the motorways puts Edinburgh (45 mins), Glasgow (1 hr) and the Scottish Highlands within easy reach. The school is well-resourced with a mixture of traditional and modern buildings.