DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

Teacheroo; Elgin; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking creative Design & Technology teachers for a vibrant Summer School. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons to students aged 8-16 from diverse backgrounds. You will inspire young learners using a student-centered approach and contribute to a positive learning environment. As part of a dedicated team, you will also engage in extracurricular activities and excursions, ensuring a well-rounded summer experience. This opportunity not only allows you to share your passion for design but also to be part of a community that values character education and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching design in educational or summer school settings.
• Relevant teaching qualifications and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons for summer school students.
• Complete student reports and participate in excursions.

Skills

Teaching experience in design

Organisational skills

Flexibility to adapt

Creating a positive learning environment

Teamwork

Education

Degree level qualification

Teaching qualification (GTCS, PGCE, QTS)

Job description

TEACHING STAFF (DT) – SUMMER SCHOOL

Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We run a prestigious and well-established Summer School for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students.

We are looking for experienced and creative teachers in Design & Technology to support an experienced team in delivering a varied course covering all resistant materials, including working with wood, metal, and plastics, shaping, joining, and finishing techniques.

You will work with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging lessons which enable students to have an enriching and enjoyable summer study option. You will have relevant teaching experience and be able to inspire by using a student-centred learning approach and up-to-date resources. You will complete reports on the students and be involved in some excursions and activities.

2025 dates: Tuesday 1st July to – Mon 28th July. Residential with full board. Competitive Salary based on experience.

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be online.

If you’re excited to learn more, please contact [e-mail] or call the office on 01343 837821. Please complete the following application form: Application Form – New Senior Staff.

Closing date: 31 May 2025

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.

Skills Required

• Experience teaching design in an educational / boarding / summer school environment
• Significant and relevant breadth of experience
• Strong and proven organisational skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines
• Flexibility to adapt and inspire young people
• Tolerance and kindness
• Enthusiasm & ability to create a positive learning environment
• Maintain confidentiality and be discreet
• Teamwork and use own initiative

Qualifications Required

• A degree level qualification
• A teaching qualification, e.g. GTCS, PGCE, or QTS or relevant teaching experience in a school or summer school environment

Keywords

Design, Technology, Teacher, Summer School