Teacher of Design Technology

Teaching Vacancies; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Health plan

Pension contribution

Holiday entitlement

Cycling scheme

Employee support

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a Teacher of Design Technology for CHS South in Manchester. The role is fixed-term and full-time, Monday to Friday during teaching terms, on the MPS-UPS scale, starting 1 January 2027 and ending 28 February 2028.

The ideal candidate will deliver outstanding lessons with thorough subject knowledge, current curriculum understanding, strong communication skills, and experience teaching the relevant phase.

Qualifications

• Must be suitably qualified to teach Design Technology.
• Experience delivering outstanding lessons.
• Strong understanding of current curriculum developments.
• Ability to plan and develop appropriate learning activities.

Responsibilities

• Promote the academic progress, wellbeing and positive behaviour of all students
• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons across Design Technology
• Assess, monitor and report on progress, implementing timely interventions
• Work collaboratively within the team to support the school’s vision
• Reflect on and improve practice through professional development and shared expertise
• Support curriculum development, examinations and school improvement priorities
• Participate in meetings, duties and enrichment activities as required
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external partners

Skills

Design technology teaching

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Lesson planning

Assessment & feedback

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified teacher status

Design Technology degree

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of Design Technology to join our fantastic team at CHS South.

This is a fixed term, full time position working Monday - Friday on Teaching terms MPS-UPS, starting 1st January 2027-28 February 2028.

We're looking for:We are looking for a suitably qualified candidate who can consistently deliver outstanding lessons. The ideal candidate will have thorough subject knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments, good communication skills, and be able to plan and and develop appropriate learning activities. We would also like candidates to have successful teaching experience in the relevant phase.

Main purpose of the job

The post holder is required to fulfil the professional responsibilities common to all classroom teachers, as outlined in the current School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document. The post holder will meet the Professional Standards for Teachers appropriate to their career stage and exercise professional judgement in carrying out their duties collaboratively. The key purpose of the role is to secure high standards of teaching, learning and achievement in Design Technology and Food, ensuring that all students make strong progress and are supported to reach their full potential. The post holder is accountable to the Curriculum Leader, Senior Leader, and ultimately the Headteacher.

Key responsibilities

• Promote the academic progress, wellbeing and positive behaviour of all students
• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive lessons across Design Technology
• Assess, monitor and report on progress, implementing timely interventions
• Work collaboratively within the team to support the school’s vision
• Reflect on and improve practice through professional development and shared expertise
• Support curriculum development, examinations and school improvement priorities
• Participate in meetings, duties and enrichment activities as required
• Build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external partners

What the school offers its staff

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff
• Good holidays - teachers as per School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

CHS South

CHS South is a 11-16 eight-form entry, mixed, comprehensive school opened in conjunction with Chorlton High School in 2018. Our school provides a full capacity of 1200 in our brand-new building which opened in September 2021.

We provide an education built on the values of offering every young person we encounter the skills needed to craft a creative, happy, and successful future. We ensure the young people at CHS South have access to a broad and forward-thinking enrichment curriculum. We are well positioned to offer a diverse and engaging sports curriculum through our fantastic relationships with the vast array of sports providers in our community. Furthermore, our expertise and understanding of the creative arts, ensures our young people are provided with the opportunities to develop and hone their skills to become the next generation of creative trailblazers.

We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2023 and were graded as 'good' in all areas.

CHS South is a welcoming and supportive community. Pupils are proud of their school. Pupils understand the school values of 'ready, respectful, safe', and they try hard to follow them in all that they do.

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.chssouth.org.uk/

Further details about the role

Job Application Information

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email [e-mail]

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.