At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach Design & Technology, guiding students in product design and digital manufacturing.
- Company: Thriving Secondary Academy in Christchurch with a strong focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Access to advanced resources and a collaborative, supportive school culture.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and inspire the next generation of designers and engineers.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification in Design & Technology and experience up to GCSE and A-Level.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
A thriving Secondary Academy in Christchurch is seeking a professional, technologically minded, and exceptionally organised Design & Technology Teacher to join their experienced and successful Product Design faculty. This is a premier opportunity to join a heavily funded department where industrial-grade CAD/CAM equipment, timber fabrication workshops, and structural graphics tools are integrated directly into the core curriculum.
The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, preparing students for technical excellence in material properties, product engineering, architectural design, and digital manufacturing processes. Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining precise student portfolio tracking logs
- Constructing multi-tier safety and assessment frameworks
- Managing workshop material budgets
- Ensuring compliance with all educational workshop safety parameters (DATA certification guidelines)
You will support seamless communication with parents, regional engineering groups, and external examination boards, ensuring all physical coursework prototypes, safety checklists, and performance metrics are handled securely and professionally. Exceptional time-management and physical safety tracking skills are necessary, as this role requires balancing practical machinery operation with detailed technical theory delivery.
This is a thriving, well-established 11 to 18 Secondary Academy in Christchurch with an exceptional reputation for broad curriculum access, technological innovation, and pupil wellbeing. The school serves an ambitious regional community and operates with a welcoming, supportive professional ethos. Pupils are respectful, analytical, and highly engaged in their studies, treating advanced machinery with care and creating a calm, purposeful workshop environment. The faculty boasts premium resources and dedicated design studios. Staff are highly supported by a forward-thinking senior leadership team that prioritizes workload reduction, shared resources, and robust professional development paths.
Requirements:
- A recognized teaching qualification (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent) with a specialization in Design & Technology or Product Design
- Proven experience teaching Design & Technology up to GCSE and A-Level specifications
- Exceptional knowledge of workshop health and safety legislation (DATA certification is highly desirable)
- Good IT and data tracking capabilities, including advanced proficiency with CAD/CAM software
- Ability to work effectively and adaptably as part of a collaborative, busy academic team
To apply, please send your comprehensive CV as soon as possible.
Design & Technology Teacher – Thriving Secondary Academy in Christchurch employer: Marchant Recruitment
Join a thriving Secondary Academy in Christchurch that prioritises technological innovation and pupil wellbeing, offering a supportive work culture and exceptional resources for professional growth. With a focus on reducing workload and enhancing collaboration, this academy provides a unique opportunity to engage with motivated students in a well-equipped environment, ensuring your contributions are valued and impactful.
