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Teaching Vacancies; Braintree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Academy Trust is seeking a DT Teacher for maternity cover to deliver Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4. You will join an experienced department that supports high-quality teaching and inclusive practice.

The role offers the chance to contribute to our ethos of Enjoy, Enrich, Achieve, Aspire and to build strong relationships with students and colleagues within a safeguarding-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Is a qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent).
• Has experience teaching Design & Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• The ability to teach GCSE Construction would be an advantage.
• Is committed to high-quality teaching and inclusive practice.
• Can build strong relationships with students and colleagues.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Teach DT across KS3 and KS4.
• Full support from an experienced and welcoming DT department.
• Opportunity to contribute to our “Enjoy Enrich Achieve Aspire” ethos.

Skills

DT KS3/KS4 teaching

GCSE Construction (advantage)

Inclusive practice

Education

QTS (or equivalent)

Job description

DT Teacher (Maternity Cover, Fixed term)

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the role:

Teaching DT across KS3 and KS4

Full support from an experienced and welcoming DT department

Opportunity to contribute to our “Enjoy Enrich Achieve Aspire” ethos

We are looking for someone who

Is a qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent)

Has experience teaching Design & Technology at KS3 and KS4

The ability to teach GCSE Construction would be an advantage

Is committed to high-quality teaching and inclusive practice

Can build strong relationships with students and colleagues

Shares our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

At our school, we are committed to creating an environment where both students and staff can succeed.

In our May 2026 Ofsted inspection, inspectors recognised that:

• "Leaders and staff at all levels are determined that every child thrives."
• "Leaders listen to the views of staff and pupils."
• "Staff are highly positive about working here."
• Staff benefit from a "range of high-quality professional development opportunities."

These strengths underpin our vision of Enjoy, Enrich, Achieve, Aspire and ensure that every member of our school community is supported, valued and given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.