Part-time Design & Technology Teacher

Thorpe Hall School; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

On-site gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive salary

Job summary

Thorpe Hall School is seeking an outstanding part‑time Design & Technology Teacher to join our vibrant community in Southend-on-Sea. You will teach DT across Years 5 to 8 on a 3‑day‑per‑week basis, inspiring pupils to develop creative thinking, problem‑solving skills, and confidence in designing and making.

This role offers a collaborative staff environment, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and a competitive salary with the Teachers' Pension Scheme.

Qualifications

• DT taught across Years 5–8 with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Strong subject knowledge and practical workshop skills.
• Shares passion for creativity, innovation, and resilience.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Collaborative team player committed to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design & Technology across Years 5–8 with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Deliver engaging, hands‑on learning in a well‑resourced DT department.
• Inspire pupils to develop creative thinking and problem‑solving through making.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children as part of staff team.

Skills

DT teaching across 5–8

Classroom management

Safeguarding awareness

Collaboration

Job description

Part-time Design & Technology Teacher

Thorpe Hall School Secondary, Southend-on-Sea
Job Ref No. ECC8826001-126S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Up to UPS2
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 25/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: ASAP

Job Description

We are seeking an outstanding Design & Technology Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive school community on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The successful candidate will teach DT across Years 5 to 8, inspiring pupils to develop creative thinking, problem-solving skills, technical knowledge, and confidence in designing and making.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who enjoys working with young people and is committed to delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences in a well-resourced department.

What can Thorpe Hall School offer?

• Supportive leadership and a positive working environment.
• Enthusiastic students eager to learn and engage.
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• the opportunity to be innovative and to develop new educational procedures and student experiences;
• an exciting, challenging and stimulating place to work in a friendly and welcoming environment.
• Competitive salary, Teachers' Pension Scheme, on-site gym & Employee Assistance Programme.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Can teach DT across Years 5-8 with confidence and enthusiasm.
• Has strong subject knowledge and practical workshop skills.
• Inspires creativity, innovation, and resilience in pupils.
• Has excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive staff team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

For further information on the role please download the Job Information Pack

Thorpe Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, enhanced DBS, online check and a declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

Information about the School

Thorpe Hall is a non-selective co-educational day school of 500 pupils from Nursery to Year 11. The school is situated on a generous site on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea and has an excellent reputation as one of the leading independent schools in the area. More information about the school and the school's prospectus can be found on our website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Documents

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• DT Teacher Job Information Pack
• Safer Recruitment Policy
• Privacy Notice

Information about the school

Contact Information

Helen Hargreaves
Wakering Road, Southend-on-Sea
Essex, SS1 3RD

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]