Teacher of Design & Technology – Secondary School in Oldham (January Start)
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Job Summary
A community-focused secondary school in Oldham Greater Manchester is seeking an inspiring Teacher of Design & Technology to join its technical faculty on a full-time permanent basis starting in January.
Job Overview
Design & Technology occupies a key role in developing technical literacy and vocational craftsmanship within this school. The successful applicant will deliver practical and theoretical DT lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Technical Awards) covering Resistant Materials Product Design and CAD/CAM techniques.
Working alongside workshop technicians you will teach safe workshop machinery operation guide pupils through 3D CAD modeling and supervise Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) practical design portfolios. This is a full-time permanent contract.
Key Responsibilities
Teach practical workshop manufacturing and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
Instruct pupils in the safe operation of workshop machine tools center lathes vacuum formers and laser cutters
Guide GCSE pupils through Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) design portfolios prototyping and written evaluations
Maintain workshop spaces machinery guards extraction systems and materials storage in compliance with safety standards
Assess track and report on student progress across manufacturing precision and design coursework
Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor supporting student wellbeing and personal development
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time permanent contract
Location: Oldham Greater Manchester
Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent
Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Design & Technology
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Design & Technology Product Design Industrial Engineering or a related discipline
Recognized workshop health and safety certification (DATA / CLEAPSS accredited)
Strong classroom management and proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design software (SolidWorks 2D Design)
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time permanent Design & Technology position in Oldham for a January start.
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