Design & Technology Teacher - Dynamic Secondary Academy...

A modern secondary academy in Swindon is seeking an innovative and safety-conscious Design & Technology Teacher to join its creative technical faculty for a permanent January start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school boasting modern workshop spaces, traditional toolsets, and cutting-edge digital fabrication machinery.

Job Overview

The school places high value on design innovation, practical engineering, and technical problem-solving. The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational), covering Resistant Materials, Product Design, and CAD/CAM software techniques.

Working alongside experienced DT specialists, you will guide pupils through the complete design cycle—from initial research and 3D modeling to workshop manufacturing and final testing. This is a full-time, permanent role suited to a practical and creative educator.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging practical and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Train and supervise students in the safe operation of hand tools, workshop machinery, laser cutters, and 3D printers

• Ensure strict adherence to health and safety standards, COSHH regulations, and CLEAPSS/DATA workshop guidelines

• Guide Key Stage 4 pupils through their Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) practical coursework portfolios

• Support extra-curricular design workshops, greenpower projects, and open studio drop-ins

• Serve as a Form Tutor, contributing to the pastoral framework and student tracking within your year group

• Manage workshop material inventories and equipment maintenance in collaboration with department technicians

The School & What’s on Offer

• Modern, forward-thinking secondary academy environment

• Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS

• Access to modern workshop machinery, CAD/CAM suites, and 3D printing technology

• Permanent, full-time contract starting January

• Convenient Swindon location with direct road and rail links across Wiltshire and Berkshire

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

• Honors degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design, or Engineering

• Valid certification for machine safety and secondary workshop machinery operation (DATA / CLEAPSS)

• Proficiency with digital design and CAD/CAM software packages (e.g., 2D Design, Fusion 360, SolidWorks)

• Strong classroom management and practical workshop supervision skills

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent Design & Technology post in Swindon for a January start.