Design and Technology Teacher - Join Our Thriving State School in Shrewsbury
📍 Location: Shrewsbury
📅 Start Date: September 2025
💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent
💷 Salary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on experience)

🔧 Exciting Opportunity for a Design and Technology Teacher at Our Supportive State School

We are looking for a passionate and creative Design and Technology Teacher to join our dynamic team at a well-established state secondary school in Shrewsbury. Whether you're an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced teacher, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire students and help them develop their creative and practical skills in a supportive and well-resourced environment.

🏫 About the School

Our school is committed to providing an inclusive, high-quality education that supports the academic, personal, and creative growth of every student. The Design and Technology Department plays a vital role in shaping students' problem-solving, technical knowledge, and innovation skills, offering opportunities to explore a range of practical and theoretical learning experiences.

As a Design and Technology Teacher, you'll be part of a collaborative and experienced team, benefiting from excellent professional development and a strong support network, no matter your level of experience.

🎓 Your Role

As a Design and Technology Teacher, you will:

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Teach engaging and practical Design and Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

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Deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, which may include areas such as product design, resistant materials, graphics, electronics, or systems and control (depending on your specialism)

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Inspire students to think critically, solve real-world problems, and develop hands-on technical skills

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Plan and deliver innovative lessons that foster creativity and independent thinking

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Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop and improve schemes of work and assessment strategies

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Provide constructive feedback to support student progress and personal development

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Contribute to extracurricular activities such as STEM clubs, competitions, or design showcases

✅ What We're Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Design and Technology Teacher who:

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Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or will have QTS by September 2025

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Has a degree in Design and Technology or a related subject area

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Has knowledge and expertise in one or more specialist areas of D&T (e.g., product design, resistant materials, systems)

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Is passionate about delivering a high-quality D&T education that prepares students for both academic and vocational pathways

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Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and classroom management skills

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Is committed to continuous professional development and reflective practice

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Shares our values of creativity, inclusivity, and high expectations

🌟 Why Join Us?

🛠️ Creative and Supportive Environment - Work in a school that values the importance of Design and Technology and fosters innovation and collaboration
🤝 Support for All Teachers - Whether you're an ECT or experienced, we offer structured induction, CPD, and progression opportunities
📚 Well-Resourced Facilities - Teach in a modern department equipped with tools, machinery, and technology to support a rich curriculum
🎓 Professional Development - Access continuous training tailored to your needs and career stage
🌱 Positive School Culture - Be part of a community that values teamwork, student success, and mutual respect

📧 How to Apply

If you are a passionate Design and Technology Teacher, whether newly qualified or experienced, and would like to make a difference in a thriving school in Shrewsbury, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV