Location: Gloucester
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Gloucester is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Design and Technology Teacher to join their innovative department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a school that places creativity, problem-solving, and practical skills at the heart of the curriculum. The DT department is well-equipped with specialist facilities, including CAD/CAM tools, 3D printers, and dedicated workshops for resistant materials, textiles, and food.
The school offers a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth. It is proud of its record of strong academic outcomes and of providing students with meaningful, real-world learning experiences.
Why Join This School?
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A modern and well-resourced DT department that fosters student innovation
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A supportive and visionary leadership team that invests in its staff
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Access to ongoing CPD and opportunities for leadership within the faculty
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Excellent student behaviour and a school ethos built on mutual respect
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Opportunity to shape curriculum development and run exciting extracurricular projects
Your Role as a DT Teacher:
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Deliver high-quality DT lessons across KS3 and KS4, with a focus on practical and theoretical learning
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Teach across a range of DT disciplines including resistant materials, graphics, and systems
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Promote safe and responsible workshop practices
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Encourage innovation, design thinking, and creativity in every lesson
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Track student progress rigorously and offer targeted support where needed
Who We’re Looking For:
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A qualified DT Teacher (QTS) with relevant teaching experience
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Strong subject knowledge and confidence working with a range of tools and materials
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A reflective practitioner who continuously strives to improve their teaching
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A collaborative team player who values inclusive learning
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An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
If you are passionate about empowering students through hands-on learning and want to contribute to a dynamic and supportive school community, apply today for a September start