We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive Design and Technology Technician to join our friendly and thriving Design and Technology department.

Description

Permanent / Full time (40 hours per week)

Term time plus two weeks

Actual salary £23,989.26 (FTE £27,086.47)

Required January 2026

STAHS is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents, alumni and friends. It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive Design and Technology Technician to join our friendly and thriving Design and Technology department.

The postholder will take on the primary responsibility for the maintenance and organisation of the 3D Design workshop and equipment, working alongside the other members of staff within the department.

The successful candidate will be passionate about the subject area and able to demonstrate strong practical skills. They should also be willing to become involved in the wider life of the department and school.

This is a permanent position, offered on a full-time basis, term time plus two weeks. Working hours will be Monday – Friday 8.30am to 5pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Start date for this position is January 2026.

In return we offer:

• Continued Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• An opportunity to join our warm, vibrant and ambitious independent day school set in the heart of St Albans, easily accessible to central and outer London
• Use of sports facilities, including gym*
• An extensive benefits package; free lunches, generous pension scheme, free life assurance
• Competitive salary

* Conditions apply

Closing date: 9am Monday 12 January 2026

Interview date: Friday 16 January 2026

We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we feel able to appoint a suitable candidate, please therefore submit your application without delay to avoid disappointment.

The High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No: 311065