Teacher of Design Technology – Engineering Specialism

Teaching Vacancies; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Purbrook Park School in Waterlooville invites applications for a Teacher of Design Technology with an engineering specialism. You will deliver the OCR Cambridge National in Engineering Design (J822) at Key Stage 4 and develop practical, design‑led learning within our Art, Design and Technology team.

We seek someone with strong subject knowledge, creativity and high expectations, who can inspire pupils through engaging project work and robust assessment.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of Design Technology and/or Product Design.
• Experience or knowledge of technical drawing and modelling.
• Ability to support pupils to develop, refine and evaluate design ideas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology lessons and assess pupil progress.
• Contribute to the development of the Design Technology/Engineering provision and 3D Design.
• Collaborate with team to maintain high teaching standards and feedback quality.

Skills

Design Technology

Practical teaching

Subject knowledge

Assessment feedback

Education

QTS

Job description

Teacher of Design Technology – Engineering Specialism

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and creative Teacher of Design Technology to join our Art, Design and Technology team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and delivering our Design Technology provision, including the OCR Cambridge National in Engineering Design (J822) at Key Stage 4.

We are particularly interested in appointing someone who is confident in practical and technical design and who can inspire pupils through high-quality teaching, strong subject knowledge and engaging project work.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience or knowledge of:

• Design Technology and/or Product Design
• Technical and engineering drawing
• Modelling and prototyping
• Workshop-based practical skills
• The use of materials and manufacturing processes
• Supporting pupils to develop, refine and evaluate design ideas

The ability to contribute to our Art & Design provision, including 3D Design, would be a significant advantage.

Previous experience of teaching the OCR Cambridge National in Engineering Design would be desirable but is not essential. We are happy to provide appropriate training and support for a strong Design Technology or Product Design teacher who has the skills and enthusiasm to develop in this area.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is passionate about Design Technology and practical learning
• Has high expectations of all pupils
• Can deliver engaging and challenging lessons
• Is confident teaching a combination of practical, technical and creative skills
• Understands the importance of accurate assessment and high-quality feedback
• Can support pupils to produce work of a consistently high standard
• Is willing to contribute to the continued development of the department
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative team

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ECTs.

At Purbrook Park School, we are committed to ensuring that pupils experience a broad, ambitious and engaging curriculum. This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to help shape and develop our future provision in Design Technology and Engineering.

What the school offers its staff

Purbrook Park is a happy, friendly and inclusive school, most recently judged ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted in November 2023. We offer a commitment to high quality training and professional development.

For further details, or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Kirsty Atiyah by email at [e-mail], or by telephone on 02392 370351. Details are also available on our school website.

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.