Teacher of Technology - Ramsey Grammar School

Isle of Man Government; Ramsey; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car parking

Relocation package

Blue Light Card

Housing allowance

Job summary

Isle of Man Public Service Careers is seeking a Teacher of Technology for Ramsey Grammar School, specializing in Practical Cookery and KS3 Textiles. You will deliver hands‑on learning to students across KS3-5, fostering curiosity, confidence and pathways to success.

The role supports professional growth within a forward‑thinking school and collaborative team culture. You will join a dedicated team committed to high standards and student success, with a focus on flexible, inclusive education and

Skills

Technology

Practical Cookery

KS3 Textiles

Student engagement

Job description

About the role

Can you inspire young people to develop practical skills, confidence and creativity that will stay with them for life?

Join Ramsey Grammar School as a Teacher of Technology, specialising in Practical Cookery and KS3 Textiles, and play a key role in shaping engaging, hands‑on learning experiences. Working with motivated students across Key Stages 3 to 5, you'll bring your subject to life through lessons that spark curiosity, build confidence and encourage every learner to achieve their potential. Whether teaching practical techniques, developing creative thinking or preparing students for future pathways, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact every day.

You'll become part of a dedicated and supportive team that shares a commitment to high standards, strong relationships and student success. As a forward‑thinking school with a proud history and a thriving community, Ramsey Grammar School offers an environment where enthusiasm, collaboration and innovation are valued. Whether you're an experienced teacher or qualifying in 2027, you'll be supported to grow professionally while contributing to a culture where both staff and students are encouraged to flourish.

A workplace that invests in you

• Newly qualified teachers will automatically start on a generous salary of £42,718 per annum (spine point M4).
• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, you will be offered two pensions arrangements: the Teachers Superannuation scheme or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) arrangement.
• If you are returning to the island and have participated in the Department’s Student Loan scheme for tuition fees, the loan will be repaid by the Department upon completion of your second year working as a teacher at one of the island’s schools. The repayment is subject to a maximum of £7,500 for a three year degree course or £10,000 for a four year degree course, and the requirements detailed in the Teacher Loan Cancellation Policy.
• If you are an Early Career Teacher, you will receive payments of £2,000 at the beginning of your first and second school years in teaching, following the completion of the ECT induction period (2 years).
• Financial support to get you, your family and your belongings, including one motor vehicle to the Isle of Man. We will pay 70% of any removal or storage costs incurred.
• Help to pay your rent/mortgage while you settle in with a housing allowance up to £500 per month over 2 years.
• If you are relocating to the Isle of Man, you will receive financial help towards the costs of visiting to the Island to view housing and to visit your new school. You are eligible to receive up to £325 each for you and your partner and, if applicable, £140 each for up to 2 dependent children.
• For those returning to the island after graduating from university, you will receive a refund on your national insurance contributions during the first 12 months of your employment, up to £4,400.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1‑to‑1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors through the ACTIV8 scheme.
• You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.
• Free on‑site car parking.
• A relocation package based on receipts is available for this role.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work‑life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.