Design Technology Teacher - Hammersmith

Hammersmith Networking; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art workshops

Technician support

Mentoring programme for NQTs/ECTs

Job summary

Hammersmith Networking is seeking an ambitious Design & Technology Teacher to join a high-achieving, Ofsted-rated school in Hammersmith. This full-time, permanent post starts in September 2026, offering a dynamic KS3–KS5 timetable and access to CAD/CAM suites, 3D printers, and modern workshops.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3–KS5, foster creative project work, ensure workshop safety, and contribute to a department with strong GCSE and A-Level results in a

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent qualification.
• Degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience teaching DT at GCSE (A-Level desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality DT lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Inspire students through the design-and-make process.
• Develop projects using timber, metal, polymers and digital manufacture.
• Maintain workshop safety and uphold high standards of conduct.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

Workshop safety

Design & technology

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Design & Technology or Engineering degree

Tools

2D Design

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Design & Technology (DT) Teacher to join a high-achieving, "Outstanding" Ofsted-rated school in Hammersmith. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026, perfect for a creative and technically skilled educator looking to work in a premier West London department.

• Design & Technology Teacher – full-time, permanent
• "Outstanding" Secondary School in Hammersmith & Fulham
• Exceptional facilities: CAD/CAM suites, 3D printers, and traditional workshops
• High-performing department with excellent GCSE and A-Level results
• September 2026 start

The Role

The school is seeking an ambitious and innovative DT Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons across KS3, KS4, and KS5. The department is a hub of creativity and engineering excellence, offering students the chance to work with a diverse range of materials, including timbers, metals, and polymers, alongside modern digital manufacturing.

You will be expected to inspire students through the design-and-make process, fostering a love for problem-solving and sustainable design. Whether your specialism is Product Design, Resistant Materials, or Engineering, you will have the autonomy to develop projects that challenge and excite students at all levels.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A strong degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, or a related creative field
• Proven experience teaching DT at GCSE (A-Level experience is highly desirable)
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., 2D Design, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360)
• A track record of delivering "Outstanding" lessons with a strong focus on workshop safety
• Commitment to the school's ethos of academic excellence and vocational skill-building

About the School

Located in the vibrant borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, this school consistently ranks among the top-performing schools in London. It is renowned for its disciplined atmosphere and its commitment to the Arts and Technology, providing students with the tools they need for 21st-century careers.

The school offers:

• A highly competitive salary based on experience (Inner London weighting)
• State-of-the-art workshops with dedicated Technician support
• A reduced timetable for NQTs/ECTs with a bespoke mentoring programme
• Excellent transport links (District, Piccadilly, and Hammersmith & City lines)
• A supportive leadership team that values work-life balance and creative freedom

Professional Environment & Benefits

Staff at this school benefit from a culture of professional growth and shared success, including:

• Access to industry-leading CPD and leadership pathways
• Collaborative planning sessions and shared resources
• A comprehensive staff wellbeing and benefits package
• Opportunities to lead extra-curricular clubs, such as Robotics, F1 in Schools, or Sustainable Design