Teacher of Design Technology

Kingfisher Academy, Inc.; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbey Park School in Swindon, Wiltshire, is seeking a motivated Teacher of Design Technology to join us at an exciting time of growth for the school. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a high‑performing department within a thriving multi‑academy trust.

The post is a permanent position, with both full-time and part-time arrangements considered. Start date is January 2027, and the school provides a supportive professional development programme, modern facilities

Job description

# Teacher of Design TechnologyEmployer: Abbey Park SchoolLocation: Swindon, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeSalary: Main Scale/UPSPosted: 7th September 2026Expires: 21st September 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1572597Job Reference: Teacher of Design Technology* Share :* PrintAbbey Park School are seeking a motivated **Teacher of Design Technology** to join us at an exciting time of growth for the school.***Please see Job Description for full details of this role.*****Start Date:** January 2027**Salary Range:** Main Scale/UPS**Hours:** Full-time & part-time will be considered**Closing Date:** 21st September 2026 at midday. We will review applications as and when they are received. We reserve the right to close this for applications at any point.\\*\\*Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by appointment, where you can tour the school, talk to pupils and staff about life at Abbey Park School. \\*\\***Abbey Park School**We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated professional, with drive and ambition, to join us as Teacher of design and Technology at Abbey Park School.Abbey Park School is a successful and popular school providing education for 1200 students in the North of Swindon. Having been judged as ‘Good’ in all categories in January 2023 the school continues to build on a culture of high expectation and success for all students.At the centre of everything we do is ‘Abbey Park Proud’, to ensure that students learn, achieve and turn their ‘Potential into Performance.’ Successful candidates will be forward thinking and capable of inspiring students through their passion for teaching.We encourage all staff to be committed to their professional development, supported through our programme of professional learning that supports everyone to develop their practice and leadership skills.Our facilities are excellent and we learn in a clean, modern and stimulating environment. Our sports facilities are second to none in the area, we have extensive ICT provision and our buildings and grounds are maintained to a high level. This safe and stimulating environment enables young people to enjoy their school experience and make the most of their unique talents.Located near the natural beauty of the Wiltshire Downs and the Cotswolds, we are also within easy reach of the university towns of Bath, Bristol and Oxford and just under an hour by train from London. Our ideal location means that our students benefit from a wide range of curriculum-enhancing opportunities.**The Park Academies Trust**The Park Academies Trust was formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education in Swindon and surrounds. A family of eight schools; Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, Orchid Vale Primary School, Red Oaks Primary School, Bridlewood Primary School, The Deanery CE Academy and Kingfisher CE Academy. The Trust offers a high quality all through educational provision from nursery right up to our Sixth Form based at Lydiard Park Academy, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi-phase educational Trust.The positive and caring ethos at all our schools is combined with a clear mission to deliver the richest possible education experience which enables young people to leave our care as responsible citizens equipped to fulfil their personal goals and career aspirations.We are offering an exciting opportunity to develop your career by joining a Trust which truly values its staff and provides a highly supportive environment.The Park Academies Trust has joined forces with a number of excellent service providers to give you that little bit extra, that little pat on the back:• Doctor Care Anywhere• Cycle to work scheme• Employee assistance programme• Let’s Connect – Salary sacrifice Technology• My Gym Discounts### AttachmentsTPAT Teacher Secondary \\_v0923TPAT Application Form\\_v0923### Safeguarding Statement:The Park Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All job offers are subject to satisfactory reference and enhanced DBS checks. In line with statutory guidance in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', we will carry out an online search as part of our due-diligence on short-listed candidates.