Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) - Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunity in Coventry

📍 Location: Coventry
📅 Start Date: September 2025
💼 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💷 Salary: MPS (Main Pay Scale - suitable for ECTs)

🧵 An Ideal Opportunity for a Passionate Design and Technology Teacher
We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join our thriving Design and Technology Department as a Design and Technology Teacher. Based in a supportive, forward-thinking school in Coventry, this role is ideal for a creative and motivated ECT ready to inspire students through exciting and meaningful design projects.

As a Design and Technology Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering a curriculum that celebrates creativity, hands-on learning, and practical skills. You will be joining a well-resourced department with a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in design education.

👩‍🏫 About the Role
As a Design and Technology Teacher, you will:

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Teach engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential progression to Key Stage 5.

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Deliver a curriculum focused on design, garment construction, sustainability, and creative problem-solving.

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Encourage students to explore materials, develop design ideas, and produce high-quality outcomes.

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Promote the value of design in both traditional and contemporary contexts.

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Work collaboratively with other Design and Technology Teachers to support curriculum development.

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Foster a safe, inclusive, and inspiring classroom environment for learners of all abilities.

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Take part in enrichment activities such as clubs, exhibitions, or competitions.

🏫 About the School
Located in Coventry, our school has a strong emphasis on creativity and practical learning. The Design and Technology Department is a central part of the curriculum and is proud to support both academic and vocational pathways. As a new Design and Technology Teacher, you will be welcomed into a collaborative team of specialists who are passionate about developing high-quality design education.

The school offers excellent facilities, including fully equipped specialist rooms, and places a high value on professional development—making it an ideal place for an ECT to launch their career.

🌟 What We Offer

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A dedicated mentor and tailored induction programme for you as an ECT Design and Technology Teacher.

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A creative, well-resourced environment with modern equipment and specialist spaces.

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A dynamic and supportive team of Design and Technology Teachers.

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Opportunities for continued professional development and future leadership.

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A school culture that values innovation, student engagement, and staff wellbeing.

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A chance to shape a curriculum that promotes creativity, sustainability, and industry relevance.

✅ What We're Looking For
We're looking for a Design and Technology Teacher who:

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Holds QTS (or is on track to gain it by September 2025) and a relevant degree in a design-related subject.

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Has a clear passion for teaching design and bringing out creativity in young people.

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Understands the importance of inclusive, engaging lesson planning as a Design and Technology Teacher.

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Demonstrates strong classroom presence, organisation, and communication skills.

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Is eager to grow professionally and work as part of a collaborative department.

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Brings fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the role of Design and Technology Teacher.

📩 How to Apply
If you're an ECT ready to make an impact as a Design and Technology Teacher in Coventry, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 To apply, just send your CV - no cover letter needed.
Start your journey as a Design and Technology Teacher at a school where your creativity, passion, and teaching potential will be valued and supported