Teacher of Design Technology – Secondary School – Liverpool

A well-regarded secondary school in Liverpool is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials) to join its supportive Technology department. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about practical learning design thinking and building students confidence through creating making and problem-solving.

The school has a strong focus on high expectations clear routines and a positive learning culture where students are supported to achieve and take pride in their work. Staff benefit from supportive leadership consistent systems and a collaborative team environment.

About the Role

As Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials) you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience curriculum offer and timetable.

You will deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:

• Practical workshop skills safe working practices and confidence with tools and machinery

• Design process knowledge: research generating ideas modelling prototyping and evaluation

• Understanding of materials manufacturing processes and sustainability

• Strong literacy and technical communication through design briefs annotations and evaluation writing

• Exam confidence through modelling purposeful practice and structured feedback

Students will be supported to design and manufacture high-quality outcomes while developing problem-solving and independent working skills. You will maintain high standards for safety organisation and presentation and help pupils see the real-world relevance of Design Technology.

The Department

The Technology department is a supportive and collaborative team that values strong practical teaching shared resources and consistent routines. Teachers work together to plan engaging projects moderate assessment and ensure students build knowledge and skills progressively from KS3 through to GCSE.

The department values:

• A clear focus on workshop safety and strong routines

• High-quality modelling and step-by-step skill development

• Creativity supported by structure and high expectations

• Consistent approaches to assessment feedback and improvement

• Enrichment opportunities such as STEM projects competitions or design showcases (where available)

Staff are supported with planning resource sharing and ongoing professional development.

About the School

The school serves a diverse local community and has established a calm purposeful learning environment supported by clear expectations and consistent behaviour systems. Classrooms are focused and students are encouraged to take pride in both academic and practical work.

Leaders prioritise staff development and wellbeing offering practical CPD and a supportive environment where teachers are trusted to deliver high-quality teaching within a structured curriculum. The school is committed to inclusion and supports learners with SEND and additional needs through strong teaching and targeted strategies.

Key Information

• Location: Liverpool

• Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)

• Contract: Full-time permanent (or as agreed)

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

• Have strong subject knowledge in Design Technology with expertise in Resistant Materials

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons with high expectations for skill and outcome

• Promote excellent workshop practice and ensure safe working at all times

• Use assessment effectively to secure progress and support improvement

• Build positive relationships and maintain a calm purposeful classroom culture

• Work collaboratively within a supportive Technology team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive and collaborative Technology department with shared resources

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm effective teaching

• Well-sequenced curriculum and consistent approaches

• Strong CPD and opportunities for professional development

• Welcoming Liverpool school community focused on student success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Design Technology teacher who wants to inspire creativity build practical confidence and help students produce excellent work in a supportive Liverpool secondary school.