Old Buckenham Hall Address: Brettenham Park, Bury Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 7PH Salary: Competitive Hours: Full or Part time considered, Term time only Contract: Fixed Term Contract for up to 1 year as Maternity Cover, Required from September 2026 Reference: 8824. Old Buckenham Hall (OBH) is looking to appoint a talented and committed individual to the role of Design and Technology Teacher for a fixed term of one year, due to the existing Head of CT (Creative Technologies) beginning a period of maternity leave. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to lead in the delivery of this department’s curriculum as well as contribute to the wider school experience. The department boasts a well-equipped workshop and is undergoing additional developments in the coming months. There has never been a more exciting time to join OBH, with the school recently joining the Rugby School Group and a multi-million-pound investment programme beginning in the coming months. The role will suit a highly ambitious individual who is committed to life in a busy boarding school and the prospect of collaboration with a sector-leading group of schools. A generous remuneration package, including fee remission, free school meals and use of school facilities. We welcome applications for either full time or part time (0.5 FTE), please detail this on your application. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that ‘the Whole Person is the Whole point’. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age. How to apply To apply, please register and then complete an Application Form via our recruitment portal. Closing date: 9.00 am, 15 May 2026. Interview date: 21 May 2026. Please Note: Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Therefore an early application is strongly advised. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online searches (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that ‘the Whole Person is the Whole point’. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age. Recruitment Agencies: We have a team of internal recruiters and advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs (Curriculum Vitae) we receive will not be accepted as an introduction. Charity Registration Number 528752