Teacher of Design Technology

Teaching Vacancies; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher of Design and Technology to join its team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching while fostering a respectful and purposeful learning atmosphere. An emphasis on collaboration with colleagues and external partners is crucial to support pupil growth. This role further involves continuous professional development and a commitment to safeguarding and welfare of students. A bachelor's degree and QTS qualification are required. Join us to make a significant impact on future generations.

Benefits

Great opportunities for professional development

Teacher pension scheme

O2 discounts

Well-being programmes

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject is essential.
• Must be QTS qualified to teach.
• Strong understanding of high-quality teaching and learning strategies.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to delegate tasks.
• Clear vision on safeguarding and student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Design and Technology teaching for all learners.
• Create a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Plan, prepare and evaluate lessons effectively.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners for pupil support.
• Participate in professional development and uphold safeguarding standards.

Skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Technology application

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant or allied subject

QTS qualification

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Please note: This position is available for a start date after February half-term or from the beginning of the Summer term (April 2026).

About us and the role

Avanti Fields School is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Design and Technology who is committed to helping pupils achieve strong academic and personal growth.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, well-structured teaching and create a purposeful, respectful learning environment that reflects the values of our school.

They will work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners to support pupil progress, champion creativity and promote confident, independent learning.

This role offers the chance to make a measurable impact within a school that is ambitious for every learner. Join us and help shape the next generation of skilled creators, innovators and problem-solvers.

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

Avanti Fields School is an all-through, faith-designated (Hindu) state school which welcomed the first intake of Year 7 students in September 2018, and first intake of Nursery and Reception students in September 2022. The school is rapidly expanding and will grow year by year to a full cohort of 1,320. This is an exciting time to join the school as it continues its journey to outstanding.

The staff at Avanti Fields School are passionate about our school and are relentlessly focused on improving the achievement and opportunities for all our students. All staff that work at the school will need to subscribe to our ethos and values and seek to improve and develop their own practice and performance for the benefit of our students.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a school which is driven by three key elements for both students and staff:

• Educational excellence
• Character formation
• Spiritual insight

What will you do?

• Deliver high-quality Design and Technology teaching that meets the needs of all learners, ensuring strong progress, well-planned lessons and effective use of assessment.
• Create a safe, respectful and purposeful learning environment that upholds the ethos of Avanti Schools Trust and promotes excellent behaviour, engagement and relationships.
• Take responsibility for the planning, preparation and evaluation of lessons, materials and assessments, using data to monitor progress and inform future teaching.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, governors and external partners to support pupils’ wellbeing, achievement and broader school life.
• Engage fully in professional development, contribute to whole‑school responsibilities, and uphold safeguarding, statutory requirements and high standards of conduct.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified to bachelor’s degree level in relevant or allied subject
• QTS qualified
• Clear vision and understanding of how to implement and sustain a high quality teaching and learning
• Excellent skills in the use and application of technology
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to delegate
• 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

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.

Why should you apply?

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 programmes (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.