Position: Design & Technology (DT) Teacher
Location: Nottingham
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5
Design & Technology Teaching Role in an Outstanding Secondary School
An outstanding secondary school in Nottingham is seeking to appoint a Design & Technology Teacher to join its department from September. This is a full-time role within a high-performing and supportive school that values creativity, innovation, and practical learning.
Design & Technology is a highly regarded subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop technical understanding, design thinking, and problem-solving skills through hands-on and theoretical learning.
About the Role
You will teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ creativity, technical knowledge, and practical skills.
The role includes teaching across a range of DT disciplines depending on specialism, such as Product Design, Resistant Materials, Engineering, or Graphics.
You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level DT examinations, supporting students in developing coursework portfolios, practical project work, and technical understanding.
You will work collaboratively within a successful department committed to maintaining outstanding standards of teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities
* Teach Design & Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5
* Deliver practical and theory-based DT lessons
* Support students in developing coursework and design portfolios
* Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level DT examinations
* Assess student work and provide detailed feedback
* Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records
* Maintain workshop safety and good practice
* Contribute to curriculum planning and enrichment opportunities
The School Environment
This outstanding secondary school in Nottingham provides a structured and academically ambitious environment where students are highly motivated and supported to achieve excellent outcomes.
The DT department benefits from excellent workshop facilities, collaborative planning, and a strong culture of creativity, innovation, and academic success.
Leadership supports professional development and values subject expertise, teamwork, and high-quality teaching.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary level
* Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently
* Strong practical workshop skills and subject knowledge
* Strong classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
* Experience teaching A-Level DT or Product Design
* Experience in specialist areas such as CAD, Resistant Materials, or Engineering
* Ability to contribute to STEM or enrichment activities
How to Apply
If you are interested in this DT Teacher role in Nottingham starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process