Design Technology Teacher - 11-18 Secondary School - Forest of Dean - September 2025

KS3-KS4 Resistant Materials and Engineering Focus
Permanent, Full-Time
Well-Funded Department with Practical Focus

A welcoming 11-18 secondary school in the Forest of Dean is recruiting a Design Technology Teacher to start in September 2025. This full-time position would suit a specialist in Resistant Materials, Engineering, or Product Design with a flair for practical teaching.

You'll teach DT at KS3 and KS4 and help expand the school's STEM and design provision. The department boasts laser cutters, 3D printers, and a suite of CAD/CAM equipment.

Responsibilities:

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Deliver engaging, project-based learning in DT and Engineering

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Help develop schemes of work aligned to OCR and AQA specifications

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Maintain health and safety in workshops and manage technician support

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Lead co-curricular activities such as design competitions and maker clubs

Ideal Candidate Will:

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Hold a DT or Engineering-related degree and PGCE/QTS

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Be passionate about hands-on, applied learning

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Be proactive in working with industry links and community events

School Info:

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Popular, oversubscribed local school with strong academic outcomes

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Supportive SLT and structured CPD

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Eco-conscious, tech-forward ethos

Salary:
MPS/UPS