DT Teacher – Lead Workshop Safety and Drive Precision Manufacturing and Design in Resistant Materials – Havering
A high-achieving academy in Havering is seeking an experienced DT Teacher with a specialization in Resistant Materials and advanced prototyping skills from January 2026.
* DT Teacher (Resistant Materials) required from January 2026.
* Havering-based school with an outstanding Sixth Form and focus on creative technology.
* Ideal for a teacher with expertise in precision manufacturing, materials science, and workshop safety .
You will teach DT across KS3-KS5, with a significant leadership role in the KS4/5 Resistant Materials curriculum. The role involves designing and managing challenging design-and-make projects and maintaining specialist workshop resources.
Experience and Qualifications
* Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) and a relevant degree in Design Technology or Engineering.
* Proven success in achieving high grades at GCSE and A-Level Resistant Materials.
* Expertise in teaching CAD/CAM and managing workshop equipment (e.g., lathes, pillar drills).
* Commitment to running extra-curricular design and engineering clubs.
School Information
The DT department is exceptionally well-resourced with modern workshop facilities and benefits from highly motivated students. We are committed to fostering creativity and technical excellence, providing a structured environment where innovation thrives. The school provides extensive support for specialist staff, ensuring they can focus purely on academic and practical delivery, supported by an Outer London salary.
* Exceptionally well-resourced, modern DT workshops and dedicated computer suites .
* Outer London salary and a highly motivated student body.
* Generous non-contact time allocated for workshop preparation and maintenance .
* Opportunities to mentor students through engineering challenge competitions.
Salary
Paid to MPS/UPS Outer London Scale
Application
To apply for this DT Teacher position in Havering, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.