DT Teacher

The Park Community School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Park Community School in Swindon is seeking a full-time Design Technology teacher for KS3 and GCSE, with a potential Second in Department role (TLR2A) for the right candidate, starting January or Easter 2027.

We welcome experienced teachers, Early Careers Teachers, or non-qualified teachers with relevant teaching experience who can inspire students and raise attainment in our diverse secondary school.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Design and Technology to KS3/KS4.
• Open to Experienced Teachers, Early Careers Teachers, or non-qualified teachers with relevant experience.
• Ability to lead or support department initiatives may be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach DT to KS3 and GCSE with engaging lessons aligned to Schemes of Work.
• Assess, record and report student progress in line with school policy.
• Manage behaviour and support SEN/EAL as required to maximise outcomes.
• Develop and share resources; contribute to enrichment activities and department improvements.

Skills

KS3 & KS4 teaching

Design & Technology

TLR leadership potential

Job description

Salary: MPS - UPS - £34,069 - £52,835 FTE + TLR2A allowance available for the right candidate

Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 1.0 FTE, 39 weeks per year.

If you’re an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who wants to inspire a love of learning and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

We are seeking a full time DT Teacher (and Second in Department role for the right candidate) who can teach KS3 & KS4 to join the team in January or Easter 2027.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching and have a passion for the subject. We are interested to hear from professionals that have the ability to make an impact in the classroom and beyond, a track record of high-quality outcomes in the classroom and for someone who has a commitment to students of all abilities in our comprehensive secondary school.

We are open to considering experienced teachers, Early Careers Teachers, or non-qualified teachers with relevant teaching experience.

Key Tasks

To teach Design and Technology to Key Stage 3 and GCSE level. For an experienced candidate, a Second in Department role is available, with leadership TLR

Key Duties and Accountabilities

Teach DT across the age and ability range in such a way as to challenge and inspire all students, with clear objectives, delivered in line with department schemes of work and school policies. Plan and deliver lessons to students according to their educational needs and with reference to prior attainment, SEN and EAL as required, striving to ensure equal opportunities for all and to provide students with the opportunity to achieve their potential. Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of students in line with school policies, ensuring that marking and assessment are of consistently high quality and in accordance with the school assessment policy. Maintain effective behaviour management in the classroom, using positive behaviour strategies to ensure students fully engage in the lesson. Monitor the progress and achievement of the students following the course and identify the appropriate intervention strategies for underachieving students. Set high expectations for students and develop their attitude for learning through focused teaching and through the development of positive and productive relationships. Manage, develop and share resources to enhance teaching of DT. Promote enrichment and extension of DT across the department, participating and developing events, trips and visits. Contribute to objectives of the curriculum area within the school objectives and take part in an annual review of the subject and curriculum area. Embrace the continued professional development programme within the school, striving to be a lifelong learner, maximising opportunities to make impact within the role. Be familiar with, fully support and reinforce the aims, ethos, policies and procedures of the school and Trust with students, staff, parents and other stakeholders where and when appropriate.

Pastoral Responsibilities

The pastoral role is of prime importance in supporting the ethos of the school as a place where students can be happy and confident and feel encouraged to work hard.

Form Tutor

Promote the general well-being and progress of students in the tutor group. Provide guidance and advice to students on educational and social matters and to respond to their individual needs quickly and in a constructive manner. Carefully monitor attendance, punctuality and reasons for absence, keeping a register in accordance with legal requirements. Record information on students and raise, where appropriate with the Head of Year. Deliver the PSHEE curriculum in line with the school timetable.

General

Attend all departmental and staff meetings. Play an active part in the life of the school, sharing the aims and objectives of the school. Contribute to the protection of children as appropriate, in accordance with any agreed policies and/or guidelines, reporting any issues or concerns to the School’s Child Protection Lead.

We would also be excited to hear from colleagues who are able to support the development of teaching, learning, and curriculum across the DT team. If you would like to be considered for this TLR holding position, please highlight this explicitly in your application, and explain your experiences of improving outcomes beyond your own classroom.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

The closing date for applications is 9am on 9th October 2026, interviews will be held week commencing 12th October 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.