Teacher of Design Technology

shirelandcat; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education trust seeks a passionate and skilled Design Technology teacher. Candidates will inspire students through hands-on projects and creativity, working with various materials and technologies. The role requires effective teaching of KS3 and KS4, ensuring all students develop their practical and creative skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Design Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• Knowledge of tools such as laser cutters and 3D printers.
• Proven ability to inspire students and facilitate learning.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching KS3 and KS4 Design Technology.
• Deliver student-centered projects using a range of materials.
• Facilitate practical skills for students in design technology.

Skills

Creative design skills

High level practical skills

Use of CAD

Understanding of CADCAM

Experience with CNC machines

Experience using Solidworks

Job description

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is an established Multi-Academy Trust of primary and secondary academies across the West Midlands.

Our reputation is built on our core values of innovation, collaboration and inspiring individuals within our care.

We want every single person that comes through the doors of one of our academies to leave having grown as an individual, in terms of their skill set and their respect for others.

We believe that every person who passes through our doors deserves the very best that we can offer. Everyone who works with and for the Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust does so because they believe in children and want their futures to be happy and successful.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, creative and skilled teacher of Design Technology who can inspire our students. The department is well resourced in all areas, constantly developing and adapting to new technologies.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching KS3 and KS4 Design Technology.

We are a design centered department and aim to deliver student centered projects that reflect students’ developing creativity. Students enjoy making real, functioning products from a wide range of materials including woods, metals, plastics and compliant materials. It is therefore essential that applicants can demonstrate high level practical skills to facilitate students’ learning in this area, in addition to having creative design skills. The successful candidate should have some experience in the use and application of 2D Design, CAD, and ideally be able to demonstrate an understanding of CADCAM, use of laser cutters, 3D printers and various CNC machines. Experience of using Solidworks is also desirable.

Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), including a Children’s Barred List check for post carrying out a regulated activity.