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Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ 31,650 - 49,084 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hereford, Herefordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
️ Design & Technology Teacher (Resistant Materials)
📍 Location: Herefordshire
📅 Start Date: September 2025
💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent
💷 Salary: MPS/UPS, depending on experience
An Excellent Opportunity at a High-Achieving Grammar School
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials to join our well-regarded grammar school in Herefordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled classroom practitioner to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons and contribute to the continued success of a high-performing department.
🏫 About the School
Our school has a proud tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing well-rounded, curious learners. As a grammar school, we place high value on creativity, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving across the curriculum. The Design & Technology Department plays a vital role in helping students develop real-world skills in design, innovation, and manufacturing.
With a strong emphasis on both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience, students are encouraged to take pride in the process of designing, making, and refining.
👨🏫 The Role
As a DT Teacher (Resistant Materials), you will:
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Teach engaging and well-structured lessons to Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to contribute to Key Stage 5 depending on experience and subject coverage.
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Deliver a curriculum focused on design principles, practical skills, and the creative use of materials such as wood, metal, and plastics.
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Encourage students to explore problem-solving through design, using a range of traditional and modern techniques including CAD/CAM.
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Ensure safe and effective use of tools, machinery, and equipment, promoting excellent workshop practice.
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Contribute to the development and refinement of schemes of work and assessment strategies.
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Support extra-curricular activities such as clubs, competitions, and project-based learning opportunities.
✔️ What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a qualified teacher who:
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Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has experience teaching Resistant Materials or Product Design within the secondary age range.
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Has a good working knowledge of materials, workshop tools and processes, and is confident in managing a practical learning environment.
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Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills, and can engage academically able students in both practical and theoretical work.
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Is committed to maintaining high standards in the classroom and promoting a love of design and technology.
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Works well within a team and values collaboration and continuous improvement.
🌟 Why Join Us?
🏫 Academic Excellence – Join a well-respected grammar school with a strong focus on student achievement and intellectual curiosity
🔧 Specialist Facilities – Teach in modern, fully-equipped workshops with access to a range of traditional and digital technologies
🤝 Supportive Environment – Be part of a collaborative and experienced team that values innovation and creativity
📈 Ongoing Development – Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to take on new responsibilities as your career progresses
🎓 Motivated Students – Teach high-achieving, engaged learners who thrive on challenge and creativity
📧 How to Apply
If you're a passionate DT teacher ready to inspire the next generation of designers and problem-solvers, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
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