Teacher of Design & Technology

Nova Education Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Suthers School are looking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Design & Technology to join a warm and compassionate environment where every staff member makes a significant contribution to the experience of our students. Teach pupils within allocated classes, plan and prepare tasks, monitor progress, assess and report on attainment, and engage with parents.

The role also involves CPD, INSET, and contributing to school life.

Responsibilities

• Teach pupils within allocated classes, enhancing their learning and providing the opportunity for achievement for all pupils
• Plan and prepare tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest during lessons
• Monitor the academic progress of pupils and implement strategies to address underachievement
• Assess, record and report on progress and attainment at KS3/KS4
• Register attendance and set appropriate homework
• Mark pupils’ work and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and research new topic areas
• Manage pupil behaviour and apply effective measures when necessary
• Communicate with parents and carers regarding pupil progress
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents’ evenings and whole school training events
• Engage in regular INSET and CPD opportunities
• Undertake critical self-evaluation and contribute to continuous professional development
• Supporting the wellbeing, personal development and academic progress of pupils as a form tutor
• Monitoring behaviour and uniform standards
• Participating fully in the school’s performance management system
• Contributing to the wider life of the school through meetings and collaborative initiatives

Job description

Salary: MPS/UPS (£34,069 - £52,835)
Contract: Permanent, full time
Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 at midnight
Start Date: January 2027

The Suthers School are looking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Design & Technology to join a warm and compassionate environment where every staff member makes a significant contribution to the experience of our students.

• Teach pupils within allocated classes, enhancing their learning and providing the opportunity for achievement for all pupils
• Plan and prepare tasks which challenge pupils and ensure high levels of interest during lessons
• Monitor the academic progress of pupils and implement strategies to address underachievement
• Assess, record and report on progress and attainment at KS3/KS4
• Register attendance and set appropriate homework
• Mark pupils’ work and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and research new topic areas
• Manage pupil behaviour and apply effective measures when necessary
• Communicate with parents and carers regarding pupil progress
• Participate in departmental meetings, parents’ evenings and whole school training events
• Engage in regular INSET and CPD opportunities
• Undertake critical self-evaluation and contribute to continuous professional development

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supporting the wellbeing, personal development and academic progress of pupils as a form tutor
• Monitoring behaviour and uniform standards
• Participating fully in the school’s performance management system
• Contributing to the wider life of the school through meetings and collaborative initiatives

The closing date for this role is Sunday 11th October 2026 at midnight.

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with DfE requirements.