Design & Technology Teacher – Outstanding Secondary School in Harlow

• Design & Technology Teacher required for a full-time teaching position

• Well-regarded secondary school located in Harlow

• Opportunity to teach Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4

• Join a well-resourced and collaborative Technology department

• Suitable for experienced teachers ECTs and suitably qualified overseas teachers with QTS

Our client is seeking a creative enthusiastic and committed Design & Technology Teacher to join a successful secondary school in Harlow. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with a passion for practical education who wants to work within a supportive department and contribute to the development of students technical knowledge creativity and problem-solving abilities.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4 delivering engaging lessons that combine theoretical understanding with practical application. You will encourage students to develop confidence in designing making evaluating and improving products while developing their understanding of materials manufacturing processes and design principles.

The successful DT Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons assessing student progress and adapting teaching to meet the needs of individual learners. The role will also involve maintaining high standards of behaviour and safety during practical lessons.

The department benefits from a collaborative approach with staff sharing resources and ideas to support excellent teaching and learning. The school is keen to appoint someone who can contribute positively to the wider department and inspire students to take an interest in Design & Technology.

• Established and respected secondary school in Harlow

• Positive learning environment with high expectations

• Well-equipped Design & Technology facilities

• Supportive and collaborative Technology department

• Experienced and approachable leadership team

• Strong focus on student progress and personal development

• Commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development

• Good transport links within Harlow and the surrounding area

The school has created a culture in which students are encouraged to become independent learners and develop practical as well as academic skills. The Technology department plays an important role in this providing students with opportunities to design experiment construct and evaluate their work.

Staff benefit from a supportive working environment and opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues across the school. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and extracurricular activities where appropriate.

• Design & Technology Teacher able to teach at KS3 and KS4

• Strong subject knowledge across relevant areas of Design & Technology

• Formal teaching qualification with QTS such as a PGCE

• Ability to plan and deliver engaging practical and theoretical lessons

• Good understanding of health and safety within practical teaching environments

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Ability to adapt teaching for students with different needs and abilities

• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

• ECTs and suitably qualified overseas teachers with QTS are welcome to apply

• Right to work in the UK

If you are a creative and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher looking for an opportunity within a supportive Harlow secondary school please forward your CV as soon as possible. The school is keen to consider applications from suitably qualified candidates.