Location: Oxford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive Independent School Scale (based on experience)

A leading independent day school in Oxford is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher to join its thriving DT department from September 2025. The role offers the opportunity to teach in a supportive, innovative environment where creativity, precision, and practical learning are highly valued.

About the School

This well-regarded co-educational independent school provides an exceptional education focused on academic excellence, personal growth, and broad co-curricular engagement. DT is a key component of the creative curriculum, and students benefit from outstanding facilities and small class sizes.

Department Highlights

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Fully equipped workshops with CAD/CAM, 3D printers, laser cutters, and wood/metal tools

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Specialist rooms for resistant materials and product design

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Interdisciplinary projects with Art, Maths, and Computer Science

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Regular participation in national design competitions and exhibitions

Your Role

You will teach DT across Years 7-11, with opportunities to contribute to Sixth Form enrichment. The curriculum focuses on product design, sustainability, engineering concepts, and hands-on prototyping.

The Ideal Candidate

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Holds a degree in DT or Engineering with QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

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Experience in a high-quality school or design environment (independent sector desirable)

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Strong knowledge of CAD tools (Fusion 360, SolidWorks) and workshop safety

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Enthusiastic about encouraging design thinking, creativity, and technical skill

Why Join?

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Inspirational teaching environment with a supportive department

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Access to exceptional resources and a well-funded DT programme

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Opportunities to lead clubs such as Engineering Society, F1 in Schools, and Young Designers

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Generous CPD and staff wellbeing initiatives