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Teacher of Design & Technology – Maternity Cover – 0.8 FTE
MPS
To commence September 2026
Closing Date is 22nd May 2026
Interviews to be held TBC
This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and outstanding Design and Technology teacher to join our team on a 0.8 FTE basis to support us during a maternity absence. You will be an inspirational practitioner with strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging and motivating students across a range of abilities.
Excellent subject knowledge and a secure understanding of the Design and Technology curriculum are essential. Applications are welcome from teachers at all stages of their careers, including Early Career Teachers (ECTs). You will be committed to delivering high-quality lessons that make Design and Technology engaging, creative and relevant to all learners.
You will be joining a successful school with a strong ethos, where both staff and students are supported to achieve their full potential. As part of this, you will work within a highly motivated, supportive and well-qualified team, with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally.
The successful candidate will play an integral role within the Design and Technology department and will be able to demonstrate a proven record of accomplishment in raising attainment and fostering a positive learning environment.
If you are passionate about making Design and Technology engaging and meaningful, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Ralph Allen is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: the successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Safeguarding Statement
The Palladian Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive and robust pre-employment checking process. Prior to appointment Palladian Academy Trust will apply for an enhanced DBS check plus a further check against the appropriate barred list, references from current and previous employers, health screening, and the right to work in the UK.