Design Technology Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School – Walsall

A skilled and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher is required at an Outstanding secondary school in Walsall to join a thriving Technology department from September. This is a full-time permanent position ideal for a teacher who is passionate about practical learning and committed to helping pupils develop creativity resilience and strong technical skills.

About the School

This secondary school in Walsall has been rated Outstanding and is widely recognised for its commitment to high academic standards and inclusive education. The school has developed a strong reputation for supporting pupils to achieve success across both academic and practical subjects. Staff benefit from a positive and professional working environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Leadership within the school places a strong emphasis on professional development and staff wellbeing. Teachers are supported through mentoring regular training opportunities and access to excellent teaching resources. The school fosters a culture where innovation is welcomed and staff are encouraged to share ideas that enhance learning experiences.

The Design Technology department is well established and benefits from modern workshops and specialist equipment. Pupils enjoy engaging in hands-on learning activities and are encouraged to take pride in their practical work. The department promotes creativity and technical accuracy ensuring pupils develop skills that are valuable for further education and future careers.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Design Technology across Key Stages Three and Four with opportunities to contribute to Key Stage Five depending on experience and subject specialism. You will be responsible for delivering engaging practical lessons that enable pupils to design create and evaluate their own projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging Design Technology lessons across a range of materials and techniques

• Teaching pupils safe working practices within workshop environments

• Supporting pupils in designing manufacturing and evaluating practical projects

• Assessing pupil progress and providing constructive feedback to support improvement

• Preparing pupils for GCSE coursework and practical assessments

• Maintaining a safe organised and well-resourced workshop environment

• Contributing to departmental planning and curriculum development

• Supporting extracurricular activities such as design clubs or competitions

Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

• Have strong subject knowledge within Design Technology

• Demonstrate confidence in delivering practical lessons safely and effectively

• Possess excellent classroom and workshop management skills

• Be organised and capable of managing resources efficiently

• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the department

• Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards

Why Join This School

• Outstanding secondary school with strong leadership and supportive staff

• Modern workshops equipped with high-quality tools and resources

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• Collaborative department with experienced colleagues

• Positive working culture focused on pupil achievement and staff wellbeing

• Opportunity to contribute to creative and practical learning experiences

Salary

Competitive dependent on experience and qualifications.

Application

To apply for this Design Technology Teacher role in Walsall please submit your CV.