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Creative Design & Technology (DT) Teacher

Location: Hackney, East London Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London) Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity: Your Next Chapter Awaits

Are you a Design & Technology (DT) Teacher with a passion for fostering creativity and practical skills? We are seeking an exceptional and dedicated educator to join an innovative DT department at a 'Good' rated secondary school located in the vibrant borough of Hackney. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on student outcomes and contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

The Role: What You'll Be Doing

As a DT Teacher, you'll:

* Deliver engaging and challenging DT lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (e.g., Resistant Materials, Graphics, Food Tech, Textiles), including GCSE and A-Level.

* Inspire a love for design thinking through innovative teaching methodologies and a varied curriculum.

* Assess student progress effectively, providing constructive feedback and targeted support.

* Contribute to the development of departmental resources, exciting projects, and extracurricular clubs.

* Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and drive continuous improvement.

About Our School: Where You'll Thrive

We are a welcoming and diverse secondary school with a strong commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff culture and well-equipped workshops and studios. Our students are eager to learn and highly motivated, supported by dedicated leadership and a nurturing pastoral system. We believe in fostering a love of learning and preparing students for future success in creative and technical fields.

The Ideal Candidate: Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a DT Teacher who:

* Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is an Early Career Teacher (ECT).

* Has proven experience teaching DT across relevant Key Stages, with a specialism desirable.

* Possesses excellent practical skills and a genuine passion for Design & Technology.

* Demonstrates strong classroom management and the ability to inspire students of all abilities.

* Is committed to continuous professional development and a collaborative team player.

What We Offer: More Than Just a Job

Joining our team means you'll benefit from:

* A highly competitive salary on the MPS/UPS scale (Inner London).

* Exceptional professional development opportunities, tailored to your career aspirations.

* A supportive and collegiate working environment with dedicated colleagues.

* Modern, well-equipped classrooms and excellent resources.

* A comprehensive staff wellbeing programme.

* Excellent transport links and a vibrant local area with amenities.

* The chance to make a real difference in the lives of our diverse and talented students.

Apply Now: Take the Next Step

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team!

To apply for this DT Teacher position, please submit your CV as soon as possible via CV Library's "Apply Now" button.

We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check