Design & Technology Teacher – Vibrant Academy in Bristol (September Start)
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Job Summary
A vibrant forward-thinking academy in Bristol is seeking an energetic and dedicated Design & Technology Teacher to join its creative faculty for a permanent September start.
Job Overview
This well-equipped school boasts modern workshop spaces traditional toolsets and cutting-edge digital fabrication machinery. The successful candidate will play a central role in delivering dynamic DT lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 covering Resistant Materials Product Design and CAD/CAM software.
Working closely with the Design & Technology team you will guide pupils through the full design processfrom initial sketch concepts and 3D modeling to practical prototyping and evaluation. This is a full-time permanent role suited to a practical highly organized and proactive educator.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging practical and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational)
Oversee workshop health and safety machinery maintenance materials storage and strict COSHH compliance
Train students in the safe operation of hand tools machinery and digital tools such as laser cutters and 3D printers
Assess track and report on pupil progress preparing Key Stage 4 students for practical non-exam assessments (NEA)
Support extra-curricular design challenges open workshop drop-ins and local design competitions
Serve as a Form Tutor contributing to the pastoral care tracking and wellbeing of your assigned year group
The School & Whats on Offer
Vibrant and supportive academy environment
Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Access to modern workshops and advanced fabrication software
Permanent full-time contract starting September
Dynamic Bristol location with excellent public transport connections across the South West
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Design & Technology Product Design Industrial Design or Engineering
Valid certification for machine safety and secondary school workshop machinery operation (e.g. DATA / CLEAPSS)
Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM packages (e.g. 2D Design Fusion 360 SolidWorks)
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience
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