Teacher of Design & Technology

Prendergast School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An Outstanding school in London is seeking a passionate Product Design teacher to join its team. You will deliver inspiring lessons across KS3 and KS4, contribute to a dynamic curriculum, and play an active role in the school community. This position offers ongoing professional development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Product Design at KS3 and KS4.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring lessons in Product Design across KS3 and KS4.
• Shape a dynamic curriculum that sparks creativity.
• Contribute to Textiles and Food Technology curriculum.

Skills

Inspiring lessons delivery

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Creativity and problem-solving

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Product Design preferred. Inner London MPR / UPR. At Prendergast School, we don't just teach - we build careers. Join our Outstanding school and be part of a team that is genuinely valued, challenged, and supported.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring lessons in Product Design across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to teach it to KS5.
• Shape a dynamic curriculum that sparks creativity and problem-solving.
• Be an effective and innovative classroom practitioner who can raise the achievement of all students and inspire a love for the subject.
• Contribute to Textiles and Food Technology to ensure a broad and enriching experience for all students.
• Be a full and active member of our vibrant school community.

About Prendergast School and Federation

• Prendergast School is a beacon of educational excellence. We have led girls' education in Lewisham for over 130 years and our mixed 6th Form continues to grow in popularity.
• We achieved our fourth consecutive Outstanding OFSTED rating in March 2025. As part of the Leathersellers' Federation of Schools, you will benefit from a powerful network of support and resources.
• We hold the NACE Award, the Wellbeing Award, and the Gold Artsmark Award.

What we offer

• Excellent and ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD), from induction to a rich and varied CPD program across the school and Federation.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance; candidates are encouraged to discuss needs during recruitment.

How to apply and recruitment

• To apply, please click here. We do not accept CVs.
• Closing date: 9:30am Thursday 16 October 2025.
• Interviews: Week Beginning 20 October 2025.
• All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing entitlement to work in the UK.

Safeguarding and equality

The Leathersellers' Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Federation is an Equal Opportunities employer.