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Teacher of Design and Technology 0.6fte – Fixed Term - September – December 2026
Forge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by INOVA Multi Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted “Good” school with the ambition and capacity to improve further. The school serves over 1500 pupils and since the school’s reputation goes from strength to strength, the number of pupils at Forge Valley School is expected to rise further.
Our key strength is our staff who are committed to ensuring all pupils become the best they can be. Although we work as a team, we recognise each member of staff as an individual and offer bespoke CPD and support. Above all, we are a team that enjoys working here at Forge Valley School; who are supportive, approachable and ambitious for each other and ourselves.
The successful candidate will be required to teach Design & Technology to pupils at Key Stages 3, covering several specialisms including, Food Technology and Textiles. This would be suitable for early career teachers.
Are you:
· passionate about teaching and learning?
· an excellent practitioner with strong subject knowledge and a positive attitude?
· an outstanding and innovative teacher?
· able to teach across a range of ages and abilities?
· a firm believer in the potential of all pupils?
We can offer you:
· the opportunity for professional growth
· first class continuing professional development opportunities
· a modern, £27 million, state of the art working environment
· access to an on-site gym which is free to staff members
· Support from an experienced and committed Leadership Team and Governing Body who are committed to staff wellbeing and reduction in workload
Forge Valley is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with Forge Valley School Safeguarding procedures
For further information, to visit the school or to request an application pack, please contact: -
Lorna Jennings – PA to Headteacher
Forge Valley School, Wood Lane, Sheffield, S6 5HG
Closing Date: 12 noon - Thursday 14th May 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Forge Valley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.