Teacher of Design Technology: Design Engineering

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Teacher of Design Technology:
Design Engineering

Teaching, Learning & Assessment

Salary: £33,465 to £51,714 per annum
Contract: Full Time / Term Time / Permanent
Closing Date: Friday 06 March 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 2026-04

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on young people’s lives? Are you eager to support their educational journey and help them achieve their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of OCR A Level Design & Technology:
Design Engineering to join our high-performing and supportive team, where success and innovation drive everything we do.

• Be passionate about your subject
• Inspire students to develop confidence in their design skills
• Demonstrate how design and technology can be applied in everyday life
• Use technology, CAD, relevant IT and practical skills to bring the curriculum to life
• Bring a ‘can do’ and ‘will do’ work ethic
• Set high expectations and foster a culture of respect for others and the learning environment

In terms of personal attributes, we’re looking for a colleague who is creative, collaborative, and confident being hands‑on in an often fast‑paced environment. Above all, we value someone who is approachable, positive, and willing to support colleagues.

To apply for this opportunity, you must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant field. While experience delivering highly engaging and inspirational lessons would be beneficial, we also welcome applications from those ready to take their first steps into education — we are here to support your professional journey and help you thrive in this rewarding role.

We particularly welcome teachers with experience in related subjects such as Physics, Engineering, or other closely aligned disciplines who are keen to apply their subject knowledge in a creative and applied context.

Start date: Expected September 2026

We believe exceptional teachers create exceptional results — they transform lives. They support every student to thrive and flourish, achieving their full potential and becoming confident, resilient, and compassionate individuals. We also believe exceptional teachers should be supported, which is why we offer a comprehensive CPD programme to help you develop and achieve your goals.

Our vision is to be a welcoming and transformative sixth form college where every member of our community flourishes. All of our teachers play a key role in contributing to a culture of high achievement, intellectual rigour, and exceptional teaching and learning.

Not sure you meet every requirement? Let us decide. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We ensure hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristic. All applications are treated with the strictest confidence.

We are open to flexible working conversations, including part-time opportunities. If you have specific needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss them with us — all requests will be carefully and fairly considered.

Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. If you are interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in content creation. Please note that the use of AI in applications is monitored. If you use AI to support your application, you must declare this.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, we may shortlist, interview, or close this vacancy earlier than advertised.

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