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Full-Time Design & Technology Teacher Required - Incredible Independent Essex School (September 2025 Start - KS3, 4 & 5 Essential - Potential TLR)

Our incredible independent school in Essex seeks a dedicated and experienced Full-Time Teacher of Design & Technology to join our thriving department and make a profound difference to the creative expression, practical skills, and innovative thinking capabilities of our students across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and, crucially, Key Stage 5, commencing in September 2025. This role offers the potential for a Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) for an ambitious candidate.

Key Responsibilities Include:

* Planning, preparing, and delivering highly effective and stimulating Design & Technology lessons that cater to the diverse learning needs and high aspirations of our students across all key stages.

* Fostering students' deep understanding of key design concepts, materials, manufacturing processes, and evaluation methods, with a strong emphasis on the comprehensive demands of the A-Level specifications.

* Encouraging rigorous design thinking, the execution of high-quality practical outcomes, and confident presentation and evaluation of design solutions.

* Assessing and tracking student progress in Design & Technology across all key stages, providing insightful and constructive feedback, and implementing effective intervention strategies to ensure excellent outcomes, particularly for A-Level students.

* (Potential TLR) Taking on a specific responsibility within the department, such as leading a particular key stage's curriculum, managing workshop resources, or enhancing cross-curricular design projects.

* Contributing actively to the development, implementation, and rigorous review of the Design & Technology curriculum across all key stages, ensuring alignment with examination specifications and providing extensive opportunities for practical and creative enrichment.

* Utilising and contributing to the development of high-quality DT resources, including workshop machinery, CAD/CAM software, and a diverse range of materials.

* Contributing to extracurricular activities that promote design and engineering understanding within the school community (e.g., design clubs, engineering challenges, industry visits).

* Collaborating effectively with colleagues within the department and across the wider school to foster a rich and interdisciplinary learning environment.

* Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching practice and keep abreast of current developments in design, technology, and pedagogy, with a strong focus on A-Level teaching and assessment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.

* A degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Engineering, or a closely related highly relevant field.

* Successful and demonstrable experience teaching Design & Technology across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and, crucially, A-Level.

* A strong and up-to-date understanding of the A-Level Design & Technology curriculum and relevant examination specifications.

* Exceptional pedagogical skills and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, particularly the academic rigour and depth required at Key Stage 5.

* A profound passion for Design & Technology and the ability to inspire and stretch students' creative thinking, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities.

* Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with clear leadership potential for a TLR.

* A steadfast commitment to the safeguarding and well-being of students and the promotion of design and technological understanding within our vibrant Essex school community.

Join our incredible Design & Technology department in Essex from September 2025 and play a vital role in shaping the creative innovation and future success of our students across all key stages, with the potential to take on a TLR and lead