Design & Technology Teacher

WAYMAN Education; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving secondary school in Bristol is seeking a passionate Design & Technology Teacher to join their dynamic DT department from September 2025. This full-time position involves teaching KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to lead KS5 Product Design or Engineering. The school promotes innovation and sustainable practices, providing an enriching environment for students. Benefits include access to cutting-edge tools and excellent CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Access to leading design tools

Dedicated DT technician and material budget

Excellent CPD opportunities

Opportunities for growth into leadership roles

Qualifications

• Degree in Design Technology, Engineering, or similar plus QTS.
• Strong command of workshop tools and modern technologies.
• Passionate about design-led education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver lessons that reflect industry practices.
• Foster design thinking and innovation.
• Coordinate events like STEM days and exhibitions.

Skills

Workshop tools proficiency

Modern technologies

Design-led learning

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in DT, Engineering, or similar

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

CNC

Laser cutting

Fusion 360

Job description

Location: Bristol
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + potential TLR

A thriving and well-respected secondary in central Bristol is hiring a Design & Technology Teacher to join its creative and collaborative DT department from September 2025. With a recent refurbishment of the technology wing, including CAD suites, laser cutters, and food technology kitchens, the school is committed to delivering a cutting-edge and practical education.

About the Role:
The position involves teaching KS3 and KS4 DT, with the possibility of leading KS5 Product Design or Engineering. The department fosters innovation, creativity, and ethical design. Pupils explore real-world briefs, develop digital fluency, and prototype sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver dynamic lessons that reflect industry and sustainability practices

• Foster design thinking, user research, iteration, and innovation

• Coordinate enrichment (e.g. STEM days, maker fairs, DT exhibitions)

• Support pupil progression into apprenticeships, university, and design careers

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in DT, Engineering, or similar, plus QTS

• Strong command of workshop tools and modern technologies (e.g. CNC, laser cutting, Fusion 360)

• Passionate about making, problem-solving, and design-led learning

• Able to engage students from all backgrounds in purposeful, future-facing work

School Culture:
The school has an excellent local and national reputation for design and innovation. Teachers work collaboratively, with an emphasis on high-quality CPD, sustainable learning environments, and meaningful outcomes. Leadership is progressive and invests heavily in staff development.

Benefits:

• Access to leading design tools, new machinery, and creative spaces

• Dedicated DT technician and material budget

• Excellent CPD opportunities in design, innovation, and teaching leadership

• Opportunities for growth into curriculum or subject leadership roles