Teacher Of Design & Technology – Secondary School In Oldham (January Start)

Marchant Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused secondary school in Oldham, Greater Manchester, is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Design & Technology to join its technical faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. You will deliver practical and theoretical DT lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, covering Resistant Materials, Product Design, and CAD/CAM techniques.

Working alongside workshop technicians, you will teach safe workshop machinery operation, guide GCSE pupils through Non-Exam

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
• Honors degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
• Recognized workshop health and safety certification (DATA / CLEAPSS accredited)
• Strong classroom management and proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design software (SolidWorks, 2D Design)
• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Responsibilities

• Teach practical workshop manufacturing and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Instruct pupils in the safe operation of workshop machine tools, center lathes, vacuum formers, and laser cutters
• Guide GCSE pupils through Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) design portfolios, prototyping, and written evaluations
• Maintain workshop spaces, machinery guards, extraction systems, and materials storage in compliance with safety standards
• Assess, track, and report on student progress across manufacturing precision and design coursework
• Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development

Skills

Classroom management

CAD design

Safety awareness

Student engagement

Education

QTS/PGCE/SCITT

Honours degree in Design & Technology

Tools

SolidWorks

2D Design

Job description

A community-focused secondary school in Oldham, Greater Manchester, is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Design & Technology to join its technical faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Design & Technology occupies a key role in developing technical literacy and vocational craftsmanship within this school. The successful applicant will deliver practical and theoretical DT lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Technical Awards), covering Resistant Materials, Product Design, and CAD/CAM techniques.

Working alongside workshop technicians, you will teach safe workshop machinery operation, guide pupils through 3D CAD modeling, and supervise Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) practical design portfolios. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach practical workshop manufacturing and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Instruct pupils in the safe operation of workshop machine tools, center lathes, vacuum formers, and laser cutters

• Guide GCSE pupils through Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) design portfolios, prototyping, and written evaluations

• Maintain workshop spaces, machinery guards, extraction systems, and materials storage in compliance with safety standards

• Assess, track, and report on student progress across manufacturing precision and design coursework

• Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development

Role Overview & Specifications

• Start Date: January

• Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract

• Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester

• Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent

• Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Design & Technology

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

• Honors degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline

• Recognized workshop health and safety certification (DATA / CLEAPSS accredited)

• Strong classroom management and proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design software (SolidWorks, 2D Design)

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)