Design & Technology Teacher - Independent School in Barnet

Perham Education Partnership; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Barnet is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher to join their high-achieving faculty. This full-time role involves teaching DT across KS3, KS4, and KS5, guiding students through GCSE and A-Level coursework while implementing real-world challenges. The school offers a supportive environment with access to extensive resources and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth and CPD support

Access to high-tech workshops

Supportive teaching environment

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Degree in Design & Technology or a related field essential.
• PGCE or QTS required for teaching qualification.
• Must have experience teaching up to KS5.

Responsibilities

• Teach DT across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Guide students through GCSE and A-Level coursework.
• Implement real-world design challenges.

Skills

Teaching Design & Technology

Incorporating CAD

Experience with robotics

Creative problem-solving

Education

Degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, or related field

PGCE or QTS

Tools

Digital fabrication tools

Job description

A leading Independent school in Barnet is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher to join their high-achieving faculty. This full-time, permanent role starts in April 2025, providing an opportunity to teach DT up to KS5, preparing students for careers in engineering, architecture, and design. This Independent school is renowned for its forward-thinking approach to DT, integration of modern technologies, and strong focus on academic achievement. The DT department encourages product innovation, engineering thinking, and real-world problem-solving. Teachers benefit from specialist CPD, a collaborative teaching environment, and access to outstanding resources.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design & Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5, incorporating CAD, robotics, and smart materials
• Guide students through GCSE and A-Level coursework, fostering creativity and precision
• Implement real-world design challenges and industry-aligned projects
• Work collaboratively to develop and enhance the DT curriculum
• Support extracurricular activities such as robotics clubs, maker spaces, and enterprise competitions

Qualifications

• Degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• PGCE or QTS
• Experience teaching DT up to KS5

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full-time, permanent position with career growth and CPD support
• Access to high-tech workshops, digital fabrication tools, and engineering partnerships
• Supportive and high-achieving teaching environment
• Excellent transport links