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️ Experienced Design & Technology Teacher (Resistant Materials)
📍 Location: Leicestershire
📅 Start Date: September 2025
💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent
💷 Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
Inspire the Designers and Engineers of Tomorrow – Join Our DT Teacher Team in Leicestershire
We are seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic DT Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials to join our successful and well-resourced DT Teacher department at a thriving secondary school in Leicestershire. This role is ideal for an experienced DT Teacher who is passionate about hands-on learning and ready to take the next step in a supportive and forward-thinking school.
🏫 About the School
Our school is proud to provide a well-rounded, inclusive education that nurtures academic achievement, personal development, and creative thinking. The Design & Technology department plays a central role in delivering engaging, skills-based learning that prepares students for further education and the workplace. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and practical expertise, DT is a popular and valued subject across all key stages, and we are looking for a passionate DT Teacher to join our team.
👩🏫 The Role
As an experienced DT Teacher, you will:
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Deliver engaging and challenging lessons in Resistant Materials across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential to teach Key Stage 5 depending on experience.
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Plan and lead practical projects that develop students’ confidence in working with woods, metals, plastics, and emerging materials.
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Promote high standards of health and safety in the workshop and foster a culture of responsibility and creativity.
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Support the ongoing development of the DT Teacher curriculum, bringing new ideas and industry relevance to your teaching.
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Monitor student progress effectively, provide constructive feedback, and differentiate lessons to support all learners.
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Play an active role in extra-curricular opportunities such as design clubs, competitions, and cross-curricular STEM projects.
✅ What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an experienced DT Teacher who:
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Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a strong track record of teaching Resistant Materials or Product Design.
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Brings substantial classroom experience, with a clear understanding of effective workshop practice and project-based learning.
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Has excellent subject knowledge, particularly in the use of traditional and modern materials and tools, including CAD/CAM.
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Is committed to high standards, inclusive teaching, and continual professional development as a DT Teacher.
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Can contribute to departmental leadership or mentor colleagues if appropriate to their experience.
🌟 Why Join Us?
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🔧 Specialist Facilities – Work in modern, well-equipped workshops with the tools and technology to deliver high-quality DT Teacher lessons
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🤝 Professional Culture – Join a school where collaboration, respect, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do
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📈 Experienced Staff Support – Be valued for your experience, with access to meaningful CPD and opportunities to shape the future of the subject as a DT Teacher
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🎓 Engaged Students – Teach pupils who enjoy practical learning, take pride in their work, and rise to the challenge
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🌱 Room to Grow – Whether you’re looking to focus on classroom practice or take on broader responsibilities, we’ll support your professional goals as a DT Teacher
📧 How to Apply
If you’re an experienced DT Teacher looking for a fresh opportunity to make an impact at a supportive and ambitious school in Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you.
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