At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging Design Technology lessons and hands-on projects.
- Company: Join a highly regarded secondary school with outstanding facilities in Hillingdon.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative team atmosphere with modern workshops and great transport links.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by teaching innovative design skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and a strong background in Design & Technology or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Design Technology Teacher – Secondary School in Hillingdon
Location: London Borough of Hillingdon, West London
Position: Design Technology Teacher (Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 / Key Stage 5 Specialist)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: Highly Competitive Outer London Salary Scale (MPS/UPS) + Excellent Benefits
We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and dynamic Design Technology Teacher to join a progressive Design & Technology department at a highly regarded secondary school in Hillingdon. This is an exceptional opportunity to teach in a well-resourced department featuring modern workshops, specialized equipment, and CAD/CAM technology. Design Technology enjoys high engagement across all key stages, providing students with hands-on technical skills, design thinking, and practical problem-solving experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging, high-quality Design Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE), with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 (A-Level Design & Technology / Product Design).
- Teach core principles of product design, resistant materials, systems and control, and technical drawing using industry-standard software (e.g., SolidWorks, 2D Design, AutoCAD).
- Maintain exemplary health and safety standards across workshops, machinery, and practical learning spaces, adhering strictly to workshop safety guidelines.
- Guide students through practical design projects, coursework portfolios (NEA), and prototype manufacturing.
- Contribute to co-curricular initiatives, such as STEM Clubs, Robotics, 3D Printing workshops, or national design competitions.
School Highlights:
- Outstanding Workshop Facilities: Equipped with modern CNC machinery, 3D printers, laser cutters, traditional woodworking and metalworking machinery, and dedicated CAD suites.
- Supportive & Collaborative Team: Work alongside experienced technicians and subject specialists with shared resourcing and collaborative planning time.
- Professional Growth: Generous non-contact time, dedicated health and safety training, and funding for continuous professional development (CPD).
- Great Transport Links: Conveniently located in Hillingdon with excellent connections via the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines, as well as easy access via the M4/M25 corridor.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized secondary teaching qualification (both experienced teachers and ECTs are welcomed to apply).
- A strong academic background with a degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Up-to-date knowledge of workshop machinery, CAD/CAM software, and health and safety compliance (e.g., DATA accreditation preferred).
- Proven track record or strong potential for delivering high-level outcomes across GCSE and A-Level DT.
- Full right to work in the UK.
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