What skills and experience we're looking for
Teacher of Design Technology
We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional practitioner to join us as a Teacher of Design Technology from September 2025 on a full-time, permanent basis. We are looking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious teacher, with the necessary knowledge, expertise and experience of teaching Design Technology across the Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 age and ability range.
We require a teacher with an area of specialism in teaching Product Design/Resistant Materials. Computer literacy is essential, and a basic knowledge of CAD/CAM within Design and Technology is desired. Experience of teaching across the Technology disciplines of Food Studies and Textiles is welcomed.
The successful applicant will be an outstanding professional who is able to demonstrate high standards for teaching and learning so that students of all abilities are enthused, challenged, and motivated to succeed. They will join a vibrant and forward-thinking team, dedicated to raising aspirations and improving outcomes for our students.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons, following the school's curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned students
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of students
• Promote good progress and outcomes for all students
• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school's policies and practises
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Excellent subject knowledge and expertise in Design Technology, with a specialism in Product Design/Resistant Materials
• Experience of teaching Design Technology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Strong understanding of the latest teaching and learning strategies to engage and motivate students
• Commitment to inclusive practice and meeting the needs of all students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers.
What the school offers its staff
The school, who achieved the Ofsted rating 'Good', is located within easy reach of central London via the District Line and easily accessible via the A13. There is a high-quality induction and extensive in-house CPD programme available to staff as part of our strong commitment to staff development. All staff have access to the café facilities and regular social events organised by the Wellbeing Committee.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.