Teacher of Design and Technology

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a part-time Teacher of Design Technology to inspire students and deliver high-quality education. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have a passion for hands-on learning and teaching, focusing on enriching students' educational experiences. Competitive salary offered, with a commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunities.

Benefits

Access to Teachers Pension Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing support

Health benefits including wellness sessions

Career enhancing opportunities within the trust

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with relevant teaching qualification.
• Ability to deliver high-quality lessons across key stages.
• Experience with diverse learning needs including SEND.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate students in Design & Technology.
• Deliver engaging lessons that challenge and motivate students.
• Develop a positive relationship with students and staff.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to motivate colleagues

Hands-on learning experience

Education

Qualified teacher or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Design Technology

Actual Annual Salary: £19,747 - £22,260 based on hours worked

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,916 - £37,101 (M1 to M3)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Contract Length: Fixed until 31 August 2026

Hours: Part-Time, 19.5 hours per week 0.6 FTE

Additional role info: Working Pattern - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday.

Provisional Start Date: As soon as possible.

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of innovators? We’re looking for a dynamic Design & Technology teacher to join our team! If you have a passion for creativity, problem-solving, and hands‑on learning, this is your chance to shape future designers and engineers. Bring your ideas to life in a role where no two days are the same! You will have the opportunity to use your talents to play a key role in championing the success and life chances of all children in our trust. Our commitment to high expectations and standards, a joy‑filled contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching means that we can create more opportunities for the lifelong success of our pupils as they become young adults.

You Will Be

• a qualified teacher or hold an equivalent teaching qualification.
• able to deliver the curriculum in your chosen area and consistently teach high quality lessons across relevant key stages.
• able to meet the needs of learners from key identified groups, including pupil premium, looked after children, SEND and High Attaining students.
• a strong communicator with the ability to embrace change, motivate colleagues and build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• able to recognise, value and support the delivery of opportunities which extend beyond the confines of classroom delivery and seek to enrich and add value to the students experience & learning.
• empowered to develop your own expert practice and support the development of others.
• highly competent in all elements of the Teachers Standards and your achievements and contribution will be substantial and sustained as an Upper Pay Scale teacher.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Hanham Woods Academy

Hanham Woods Academy is a secondary school located within the outskirts of Bristol and South Gloucestershire, delivering education to pupils aged 11-16. It is one of the most improved academies in the Southwest, providing an excellent education to over 800 students. The academy has a growing reputation both locally and regionally. Whilst we appreciate the unique setting in which the academy is placed, we work hard to challenge students from a variety of backgrounds to be the best they can be in all areas of life.

Our mission here is simple: we want to give people the best chance of success, underpinned by our ethos of Dream Big, Work Hard, Be Kind. We want students to 'climb the mountain' in order to achieve success both academically and by developing a confident, resilient and hard‑working character.

Why CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but were all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. Were proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What We Can Offer You

• Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
• Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
• Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
• Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
• A collaborative culture which supports workload.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.

Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking and many more!

Recruitment Timeline

• Closing Date: 16th November 2025
• Short‑listing: 17 November 2025
• Interviews: W/C 24th November 2025

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.