DT Teacher Needed at an Independent School in Exeter!

Marchant Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed independent school in Exeter is seeking a full-time Design & Technology Teacher to inspire and guide students from KS3 to A-Level, starting in January 2026. The role involves delivering practical lessons, maintaining health and safety standards, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance the curriculum. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Design & Technology or Engineering, QTS/PGCE, and a passion for creativity and innovation. This school offers a nurturing environment with excellent resources for teaching.

Benefits

Positive working culture

Commitment to professional growth

Well-resourced department

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Design & Technology to GCSE / A-Level.
• Strong understanding of independent school expectations and standards.
• Passion for creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical lessons across KS3 and KS5.
• Guide students in coursework and examination projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the DT curriculum.

Skills

Creativity

Classroom management

Hands-on learning

Education

Degree in Design & Technology or Engineering

QTS / PGCE

Job description

A top-performing independent school in Exeter is seeking a dynamic and creative Design & Technology Teacher to join their highly regarded faculty on a full-time permanent basis from January 2026.

About the Role

You will teach Design & Technology from KS3 through to A-Level inspiring pupils to think critically solve problems and design with innovation. The department integrates both traditional craftsmanship and modern digital technologies giving students a comprehensive design education.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical lessons across KS3KS5.
• Guide students in coursework and examination projects.
• Maintain excellent standards of health and safety within workshops.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the DT curriculum and share best practices.
• Support extracurricular activities including design clubs and national competitions.

About the School

This co-educational independent school is known for its outstanding results creativity and nurturing environment. The DT Department is exceptionally well-resourced boasting CAD / CAM facilities laser cutters 3D printers and wood / metal workshops. Staff benefit from a positive working culture small teaching groups and a commitment to professional growth.

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Design & Technology or Engineering.
• QTS / PGCE and experience teaching DT to GCSE / A-Level.
• Passion for creativity innovation and hands-on learning.
• Strong understanding of independent school expectations and standards.