Teacher of Design and Technology in Watford)

Academics; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Watford is seeking a passionate Teacher of Design and Technology to join their thriving department from September 2025. The successful candidate will deliver creative and engaging lessons across age ranges, contribute to school life, and work in a supportive environment with strong resources.

Benefits

Comprehensive professional development programme

Access to excellent facilities and resources

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience teaching up to A-Level desired.
• Specialism in resistant materials desirable.
• Dynamic and reflective practitioner with strong subject knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons from Key Stage 3 to A-Level.
• Contribute to co-curricular and pastoral responsibilities.
• Inspire pupils in Design and Technology.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Creativity

Problem-Solving

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Teacher of Design and Technology

Start Date: September 2025

Contract Type: Full Time, perm

Location: Secondary 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 secondary school, renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant co-curricular life from September.

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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