Location: Reading Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: September Salary: MPS/UPS A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Reading is looking to recruit a full-time Design & Technology Teacher to join the team in September. With a strong ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, the school places creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning at the heart of its approach. The DT department is a growing area of focus, supported by investment in new equipment and a leadership team that recognises its value to student development and engagement. The school encourages collaboration across departments and is particularly supportive of teachers who want to experiment with new ideas, design challenges, and real-world learning projects. The successful candidate will bring both skill and enthusiasm to the role and will find a culture that is open-minded, ambitious, and forward-looking. * Teach DT across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to develop specialisms such as product design, resistant materials, and CAD/CAM. There may be scope for Key Stage 5 teaching as the department expands. * Work in a modern, well-equipped environment, with access to laser cutters, 3D printers, textiles machinery, and industry-standard software. A dedicated technician supports the department, and resources are regularly updated. * Join a team that values shared planning and innovation, with professional development opportunities available at every stage, including leadership training and cross-school project work in the wider trust. If you’re a DT teacher who wants to help shape a growing department and deliver practical, future-facing education, this is a school where your vision and creativity will be fully supported