Teacher of Design Technology

Teaching Vacancies; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing school in the UK is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Design and Technology. The role involves delivering an engaging curriculum in a high-quality environment. A commitment to safeguarding and the ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 is essential. The school offers excellent professional development opportunities and a supportive community. Interviews will take place on January 28, 2026, and applications are welcome from all qualified professionals who are passionate about facilitating student growth and achievement.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Teacher pension scheme

Well-being programs

Cycle-to-work Scheme

O2 discounts

Qualifications

• Experience teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Ability to deliver a high-quality curriculum.
• Strong commitment to high standards in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with parents/carers.
• Deliver curriculum relevant to age and ability.
• Establish a safe and stimulating environment.

Skills

Creative teaching

Strong subject knowledge

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

QTS Qualified

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

About us and the role

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join our growing school, which was graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in May 2025. We welcome applications from specialists across all areas of the curriculum, including Product Design, Graphics, Textiles, and Food & Nutrition.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a creative, forward‑thinking, and ambitious department. Teaching will take place in our exceptionally equipped, industry‑standard facilities, and you will be joining a subject area where uptake at Key Stage 4 is exceptionally high. As we prepare to open our sixth‑form provision, Avanti6, in September 2027, there will also be opportunities to contribute to the development of our KS5 curriculum.

You will deliver a high‑quality and engaging curriculum, set clear expectations for behaviour and achievement, and foster a safe and purposeful environment in which students can develop their practical, technical, and design skills.

We are looking for a teacher who brings strong subject knowledge, creativity, and a commitment to helping students produce work they are proud of. The ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 is essential, and an interest in shaping future curriculum pathways as the school grows would be welcomed.

As a valued member of our team, you will build constructive relationships with pupils and colleagues, contribute fully to the wider life of the school, and engage actively in professional learning.

If you are committed to high standards and keen to develop your practice within a supportive and ambitious school community, we would welcome your application.

School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

Interviews will take place on 28th January 2026.

What will you do?

• Communicate effectively with parents/carers about pupils’ achievements and wellbeing using school systems/processes as appropriate.
• Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach.
• Establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly.
• Participate in any relevant meetings/professional development opportunities at the school, which relate to the learners, curriculum or organisation of the school including pastoral arrangements and assemblies.

What are we looking for?

• QTS Qualified.
• Able to self‑start, work independently and collaboratively as part of a team‑whether led or leading.
• Clear vision and understanding of how to implement and sustain a high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students.

Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

What the school offers its staff

Why should you apply

Avanti exists to help each person become a well‑rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.

You will be working in a fantastic environment, with:

• Great opportunities for professional development.
• Teacher pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
• O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers.
• Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership.
• Well‑being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps).
• Cycle‑to‑work Scheme.

Further details about the role

Further information

Pre‑employment checks

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re‑checks.

Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre‑employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.

Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.

Commitment to safeguarding

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re‑checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre‑employment checks.