Design Technology Teacher​/ECT

Position: Design Technology Teacher / ECT Considered
Location: Chittening

Design Technology Teacher Bring creativity and practical learning to life in a growing, well-resourced Design Technology department with a Product Design focus. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you:
Teacher of Design Technology, Design and Technology Teacher, Teacher of Design & Technology, DT Teacher, Teacher of DT, Product Design Teacher, Secondary DT Teacher, Technology Teacher Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for your next challenge, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) eager to launch your career in a high-performing department — we would love to hear from you! SALARY: £34,069 to £52,835 per annum (Actual), MPR/UPR  Benefits

LOCATION:

Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire JOB TYPE:
Full-Time or Part Time (0.8), Fixed-Term Maternity Cover

START DATE:

January 2027 JOB OVERVIEW This is an opportunity to inspire students aged 11–16 in a popular subject, supported by specialist colleagues, technician support and modern workshops. The Design Technology Teacher will contribute to an engaging curriculum using CAD, laptops, 3D printers and laser cutters. The Design Technology Teacher will plan structured lessons, assess progress, adapt teaching and promote strong behaviour and learning.

The maternity cover starts in January 2027 and runs to May or July 2027. Within a supportive school community, the Design Technology Teacher will contribute to curriculum development, professional learning and wider school life while maintaining safeguarding and professional standards. DUTIES Your duties as the Design Technology Teacher include:
Teaching and Learning:
Plan and deliver well-structured lessons that build knowledge, understanding, curiosity and positive attitudes to learning Curriculum and Subject Knowledge:
Maintain secure subject knowledge, address misunderstandings and contribute to an engaging Design Technology curriculum Assessment and Progress:
Use formative and summative assessment, feedback and relevant data to monitor progress and plan subsequent learning Adaptive Teaching:
Adapt teaching to students' strengths and needs, including SEND, high ability, English as an additional language and disabilities Behaviour and Relationships:
Establish clear routines, manage behaviour fairly and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students Safeguarding and Conduct:
Safeguard students' wellbeing and uphold high standards of professional ethics, conduct, attendance and punctuality Professional

Collaboration:

Build effective relationships with colleagues, use specialist support appropriately and communicate effectively with parents Development and

Innovation: Keep up to date with pedagogy, technology and curriculum initiatives and use professional development to improve teaching Classroom and Resources:
Maintain lesson planning, manage classroom resources and support health and safety by reporting defects Wider School Contribution:
Contribute positively to the school community, development priorities and relevant working groups What makes this Design and Technology department special? A large, highly supportive team of subject specialists Dedicated full-time technician support A hugely popular subject with over 120 students opting for GCSE each year A strong track record of excellent GCSE results A subject that is truly valued and championed by senior leadership A well-resourced curriculum with fully equipped, modern workshops Small class sizes (maximum of 20 students) A dedicated ICT CAD suite, plus 30 additional laptops Cutting-edge equipment including 3D printers in every classroom and two laser cutters CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Secure Design Technology subject and curriculum knowledge, with the ability to support a Product Design focus…