Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1 (ECT Scale)

A vibrant and forward-thinking secondary school in Yeovil is seeking a Design and Technology ECT to join their successful Technology Faculty this September 2025. This full-time, permanent post is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified teacher with a strong foundation in product design, engineering, or resistant materials to kick-start their career in a highly supportive environment.

About the School
With an inclusive culture and outstanding support for ECTs, this well-regarded school promotes high standards of teaching and learning alongside strong pastoral support. The school is known for its creativity, diversity, and community spirit. DT plays a key role in both the curriculum and co-curricular life of the school.

Your Role as a DT ECT
As a Design and Technology ECT, you will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with mentoring and CPD provided to support your development. You will have access to up-to-date facilities including a dedicated workshop, laser cutters, and CAD/CAM software.

What You Will Do

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Teach across product design, resistant materials, and possibly graphics or textiles depending on your specialism

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Develop students' problem-solving, creativity, and technical skills

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Participate in DT club, competitions like Young Engineer, and local exhibitions

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Collaborate with the DT team to enhance curriculum planning

What We're Looking For

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DT-related degree and PGCE (QTS by July 2025)

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Passion for design thinking and innovation

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Ability to build strong rapport with learners and staff