Teacher Of Design And Technology

Academics Ltd; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding opportunity awaits a passionate Teacher of Design and Technology at a leading independent school. This role offers the chance to inspire students from Key Stage 3 to A-Level, fostering creativity and problem-solving through engaging lessons. The successful candidate will join a thriving department equipped with modern facilities and resources, contributing not only to academic excellence but also to the vibrant co-curricular life of the school. This supportive environment encourages professional development and offers a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. If you are an innovative educator ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Comprehensive professional development programme

Access to excellent facilities and resources

Qualifications

• Dynamic and reflective practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Experience or potential to teach up to A-Level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire creativity and problem-solving.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school including co-curricular activities.

Skills

Design and Technology

Teaching up to A-Level

Creativity

Problem-solving

Resistant materials

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Tools

CAD/CAM equipment

Job description

Teacher of Design and Technology
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Independent School

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a passionate and committed Teacher of Design and Technology to join a thriving and well-resourced department at a leading independent school, renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant co-curricular life.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative teacher to inspire pupils across the age range (Key Stage 3 to A-Level), with the ability to deliver engaging and rigorous lessons that foster creativity, problem-solving, and a deep appreciation for design. A specialism in resistant materials would be desirable, but we welcome applications from candidates with expertise in other areas of the subject.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a dynamic and reflective practitioner with a strong subject knowledge.
• Demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for Design and Technology and an ability to communicate this to students.
• Have experience (or the potential) to teach up to A-Level.
• Contribute fully to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular and pastoral responsibilities.
• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification (applications from ECTs are welcome).

The department:
The Design and Technology department is a forward-thinking and integral part of the school, enjoying excellent facilities including modern workshops and CAD/CAM equipment. Pupils regularly achieve excellent examination results, and the subject is popular at all levels.

We offer:

• A supportive and collegial working environment.
• A comprehensive professional development programme.
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Access to excellent facilities and resources.

To apply:
Please submit a CV if you are interested in the role and have relevant experience.

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