Design and technology Teacher

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver Design and Technology lessons in line with the school curriculum.
• Teach a variety of DT disciplines, including product design, resistant materials, graphics, engineering principles, electronics, CAD/CAM, and manufacturing processes.
• Develop students’ design thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and practical workshop skills.
• Guide students through the design cycle, including research, planning, prototyping, testing, evaluation, and production.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and achievement.
• Maintain a safe workshop and classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage and maintain tools, machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Integrate modern technologies and digital design software into teaching and learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying abilities and learning styles.
• Support extracurricular activities, design competitions, exhibitions, and STEM-related initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to support student development.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development activities, and school events.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design and Technology, Product Design, Engineering, Industrial Design, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification/certification (PGCE, QTS, State Teaching License, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably within a recognized curriculum (British, American, IB, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of design processes, materials technology, manufacturing techniques, and workshop practices.
• Experience using CAD software and digital design tools is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of workshop health and safety requirements.

Application Question(s):

• Pleas state your nationality

Work Location: In person