Teacher of Design Technology (Product Design) – Secondary School – Bradford

A well-regarded secondary school in Bradford is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Design Technology (Product Design) to join its Design & Technology faculty. This is an excellent opportunity for a DT specialist who enjoys practical teaching creative problem-solving and helping pupils develop the confidence and technical competence to design make and evaluate.

The school has clear routines consistent behaviour systems and a calm learning culture that supports strong teaching and learning. Staff benefit from supportive leadership collaborative planning and a structured approach that helps teachers focus on excellent classroom practice.

About the Role

As Teacher of Design Technology (Product Design) you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the potential to contribute to KS5 depending on experience and curriculum offer. You will deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:

• Secure understanding of the design process: research ideation prototyping testing and evaluation

• Strong practical skills and safe workshop routines

• Confidence with materials tools and processes used in Product Design

• Iterative designing problem-solving and creativity within structured briefs

• GCSE success through clear modelling structured practice and high-quality feedback

Pupils learn to think like designersevaluating real products responding to user needs and developing their own ideas into high-quality outcomes.

The Department

Design & Technology is a valued subject within the school and the faculty is supportive and collaborative. Teachers work together to share resources moderate work and refine approaches to assessment and coursework.

The department values:

• Strong practical teaching with clear demonstration of technique

• High expectations for behaviour safety and professionalism in workshops

• A structured approach to supporting pupils through NEA/coursework requirements

• Strong links to STEM and real-world design contexts

• Enrichment opportunities such as clubs competitions and showcases where available

About the School

This Bradford secondary school serves a diverse community and has developed a purposeful learning environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high and take pride in their work. Behaviour routines are clear and consistent supporting calm classrooms where teachers can focus on teaching.

Leaders value professional development and collaboration. Staff are supported through practical CPD shared planning and clear systems that help manage workload.

Key Information

• Location: Bradford

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

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

• Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)

What the School is Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

• Have strong subject knowledge in Design Technology / Product Design

• Deliver engaging well-structured lessons with clear routines and high expectations

• Maintain high standards of workshop safety and practical skill development

• Use assessment effectively to identify gaps and secure progress

• Work collaboratively within a supportive DT team

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Why Join This School

• Supportive DT faculty with shared planning and collaboration

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm effective teaching

• Strong focus on practical learning creativity and progress

• CPD and opportunities for professional development

• Welcoming Bradford school community committed to pupil success

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Product Design teacher who wants to inspire creativity develop strong technical skills and help pupils thrive in a supportive Bradford secondary school.