ECT: Design & Technology Location: Braintree, Essex Salary: MPS (Main Pay Scale) Are you a creative visionary with a passion for design, engineering, and making? We are seeking a highly effective Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Design & Technology to join a premier Multi-Academy Trust at our state-of-the-art academy in Braintree. This is a rare opportunity for a D&T specialist to work in a brand-new, ICT-rich specialist environment where innovation isn't just encouraged-it's expected. Why Launch Your D&T Career With Us? Specialist Facilities: Benefit from a well-resourced department designed for modern D&T delivery, featuring the latest technology to support student learning. Training Excellence: As a "Training School" with "Investors in People" status, we provide a bespoke support framework tailored specifically for ECTs. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a skilled and creative team of technicians and teachers who are dedicated to excellence. Innovation at the Core: We believe in a pioneering learning environment. You will have the freedom to be dynamic and innovative in your teaching approach. The Role We are looking for a D&T specialist who can bridge the gap between imagination and execution. You will: Inspire the Next Generation: Use your expertise to enthuse students about the wide range of qualifications and career paths within the curriculum area. Shape the Subject: As a forward-thinking practitioner, you will have the chance to help shape the future of Design & Technology within the academy. Drive Success: Maintain a rigorous learning environment that ensures all students, regardless of their starting point, realise their full potential. What We Are Looking For Qualified Expert: Educated to degree level with a strong background in Design & Technology. Inspirational Practitioner: An educator who can turn complex concepts into engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Future Leader: Someone with high-level interpersonal skills and a desire to lead improvement within the department. Committed Educator: Hardworking, clear-thinking, and dedicated to the ethos of equality and opportunity. Invest in Your Future Joining our Trust means joining a community that ensures its staff are supported to become the very best. If you are passionate about raising aspirations and are ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to apply. Innovate. Challenge. Succeed.