Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
An academically rigorous and technically forward-thinking school in Oxford is recruiting for a Design & Technology Teacher with a focus on Resistant Materials to begin in September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a well-funded and progressive environment with a strong focus on engineering and sustainability.
Position Overview:
As a member of the DT faculty, you will be teaching a range of topics including woodwork, metalwork, plastics, and digital manufacturing at KS3 and KS4, with scope to contribute to A-Level Product Design.
Key Aspects of the Role:
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Deliver structured, innovative lessons in resistant materials
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Support students in developing practical and CAD-based skills
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Collaborate on cross-curricular STEM projects and competitions
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Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive workshop environment
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Engage with external partners for enterprise and sustainability initiatives
Candidate Specification:
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DT/Engineering/Industrial Design degree and QTS
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Strong command of technical drawing, health and safety, and modern tools
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Skilled in workshop management and resource planning
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An engaging classroom presence and student-led approach
About the School:
This is a selective, highly regarded secondary and sixth form with strong employer links in technology and science. The DT department includes 3 workshops, CNC machines, laser cutters, and dedicated technician support. The school is proud of its status as a STEM hub in the region.
What’s on Offer:
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Full technician support and CPD in CAD/CAM
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Partnerships with engineering firms and university departments
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Exceptional facilities, strong behaviour culture, and well-motivated students
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Clear pathways to pastoral or curriculum leadership