Teacher of Design and Technology

inploi; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing educational institution in Bury is seeking a passionate Design & Technology teacher to join their dedicated faculty. The role involves teaching subjects such as Engineering, Food Technology, and Health & Social Care. The ideal candidate will possess Qualified Teacher Status and have a strong commitment to student engagement and development. The school prides itself on its supportive environment and aims to deliver high educational standards. Candidates must be innovative and willing to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and highly motivated to teach.
• Capability to teach Food Technology and Engineering.
• Commitment to high standards in education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality and engaging curriculum in Design & Technology.
• Support students' progress and development.
• Work collaboratively within the Technologies Faculty.

Skills

Teaching

Food Technology

Engineering

Design & Technology

Health & Social Care

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Required for: Easter 2026

The Derby High School is the highest performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester and has sustained this position for a number of years. We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to teach Design & Technology. Design Technology, Engineering, Food Technology and Health & Social Care, together with Computing, ICT and Business, form the Technologies Faculty. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum and aspire to be a beacon of practice in the Technologies subjects. This is a great opportunity within a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking faculty where you will be supported to develop your teaching practice. It is desirable for the successful candidate to be capable of teaching Food Technology and Engineering.

We are an over-subscribed 11-16 Co‑Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this has been recognised by Ofsted. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.

We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with a:

• Successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
• School that has high expectations of all who work here
• School that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
• School that works effectively with all stakeholders
• School that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
• Motivated, hardworking and collaborative senior leadership team
• Strong middle leadership team who are highly professional and work well together
• Supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
• School that works effectively with all stakeholders
• Caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
• Collaborative school that works with other schools and organisations to share and develop practice in Teaching & Learning

We will encourage you to be innovative and creative in your approach to teaching and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form together with the supporting statement and email to Mrs S Silgram‑Clynes, Headteacher’s PA at [e-mail].

CLOSING DATE: 9am on 23rd January

Posted applications should be sent FAO Mrs Silgram‑Clynes at the school address.

Supporting Documents

• ↗ Privacy Notice
• ↗ Job Description
• ↗ Person Specification
• ↗ Application Form
• ↗ Letter to Applicant
• ↗ Tech Faculty Introduction