At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach creative Design & Technology lessons and guide students through hands-on projects.
- Company: Innovative secondary school in historic Oxford with modern facilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and access to cutting-edge workshop equipment.
- Other info: Immediate start with excellent resources and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Inspire the next generation of designers and engineers in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in Design & Technology or related field.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
A creative secondary school in Oxford 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.
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 modeling 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
- Immediate Start: Full-time role starting ASAP
- Competitive Salary: Paid to scale on MPS/UPS
- Facilities: Modern workshop machinery, 3D printers, laser cutters, and CAD/CAM software suites
- Location: Historic Oxford location with straightforward 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 (or willingness to apply)
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Design & Technology role in Oxford for an immediate start.
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