Design & Technology Teacher - Secondary Academy in Liverpool (ASAP Start) Marchant Recruitment•Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
A creative secondary academy in Liverpool (L postcodes, accessible from City Centre, Sefton, and Knowsley) is seeking an innovative and safety-conscious Design & Technology Teacher to join its technical faculty for an immediate (ASAP) start.
This is a premier opportunity to work within a well-resourced department boasting modern workshop spaces, CAD/CAM suites, and dedicated technical support staff.
Job Overview
The school places high value on design innovation, practical engineering, and technical problem-solving. The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational), covering Resistant Materials, Product Design, and CAD/CAM software techniques.
Working alongside experienced DT specialists, you will guide pupils through the complete design cycle- from initial research and 3D modelling to workshop manufacturing and final testing. This is a full-time, ongoing or permanent role.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging practical and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
Train and supervise students in the safe operation of hand tools, workshop machinery, laser cutters, and 3D printers
Ensure strict adherence to health and safety standards, COSHH regulations, and CLEAPSS/DATA workshop guidelines
Guide Key Stage 4 pupils through their Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) practical coursework portfolios
Serve as a Form Tutor, contributing to the pastoral framework and student tracking within your year group
Manage workshop material inventories and equipment maintenance in collaboration with department technicians
The School & What's on Offer
Creative, forward-thinking secondary academy environment
Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Modern workshop machinery, 3D printers, laser cutters, and CAD/CAM software suites
Full-time role starting ASAP
Convenient Liverpool location with excellent public transport access
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 workshop machinery operation (DATA / CLEAPSS)
Proficiency with digital design software (e.g., 2D Design, Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
An active enhanced DBS on the Update Service
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Design & Technology Teacher – Secondary Academy In Liverpool (Asap Start) employer: Marchant Recruitment
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