Design & Technology Teacher – Innovative Secondary School

Job Title: Design & Technology Teacher

Location: Birmingham West Midlands

School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS

Role Overview

An innovative secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a creative practical and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher to join their thriving D&T department this hands-on teaching role you will deliver dynamic Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) guiding pupils through product design workshop safety material properties and practical fabrication. Depending on your background there may also be opportunities to deliver Key Stage 5 (A Level) or contribute to specialist areas such as Product Design Timbers or Engineering.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are equally encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan prepare and deliver engaging theoretical and practical D&T lessons in alignment with the National Curriculum and GCSE exam board specifications.

• Maintain rigorous health safety and workshop hygiene standards across all practical design spaces ensuring compliance with machinery safety and COSHH regulations.

• Instruct pupils in the safe use of hand tools workshop machinery CAD/CAM software (e.g. 2D Design Solid Works) and rapid prototyping tools (3D printers laser cutters).

• Track and evaluate pupil progress through regular practical assessment and coursework guidance driving GCSE attainment and design quality.

• Collaborate with department colleagues and workshop technicians to manage equipment maintenance material stock and extra-curricular STEM projects.

Key Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Design & Technology Product Design Industrial Design Engineering or a related discipline.

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS.

• Proven teaching experience or strong placement record in secondary Design & Technology with up-to-date knowledge of GCSE specifications and workshop safety protocols.

• Strong classroom management practical workshop supervision and organizational capabilities.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Modern well-equipped D&T workshops featuring contemporary CAD/CAM technologies traditional woodworking/metalworking machinery and dedicated technician support.

• Supportive senior leadership team committed to staff wellbeing structured ECT mentorship and continuous professional development (CPD).

• Convenient Birmingham location with excellent public transport connections across the West Midlands and free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive national pay scale (MPS/UPS) and enrolment in the Teachers Pension Scheme.

Application

To apply for this Design & Technology Teacher role at an innovative secondary school in Birmingham starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.