Teacher of Design and Technology - John Taylor High School

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Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher of Design and Technology for a fixed-term maternity cover. This full-time position offers an opportunity to inspire students and contribute to the development of the subject across the school. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons to Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, and will benefit from excellent support and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver Design and Technology to Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.
• Passion for the subject and interest in developing Design and Technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Design and Technology lessons across various key stages.
• Support the development of Design and Technology in the school.

Skills

Design and Technology

Job description

Teacher of Design and Technology
Fixed Term for 10 months to cover Maternity
Full-Time
Required from: 1st September 2025
Salary: MS1 – UPS3: £31,650 – £49,084 per annum

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher of Design and Technology (maternity cover).

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver Design and Technology to Key Stage 3, 4 and 5. They will have a passion for the subject and be interested in helping develop Design and Technology across the school.

ECTs are welcome to apply for this position and will receive excellent support.

John Taylor High School prides itself on its results and reputation for excellence. As a successful Teaching School hub, SCITT and Research School, John Taylor High School prides itself on being able to offer a wealth of developmental and leadership opportunities for staff.

If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust, which is committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.

If you want to discuss this role, or wish to visit the school, please contact Mrs Letren (Headteachers’ PA), by emailing [e-mail] or telephoning 01283 247800.

Completed application forms should be emailed to [e-mail]

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 12pm Monday 19th May 2025
Selection/Interview: Wednesday 21st May 2025

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.
Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention.
John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.
Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.