A modern secondary academy in Swindon is seeking an innovative and safety-conscious Design & Technology Teacher to join its creative technical faculty for a permanent January start.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking school boasting modern workshop spaces, traditional toolsets, and cutting-edge digital fabrication machinery.
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 modeling to workshop manufacturing and final testing. This is a full-time, permanent role suited to a practical and creative educator.
Key Responsibilities
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Teach engaging practical and theoretical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
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Train and supervise students in the safe operation of hand tools, workshop machinery, laser cutters, and 3D printers
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Ensure strict adherence to health and safety standards, COSHH regulations, and CLEAPSS/DATA workshop guidelines
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Guide Key Stage 4 pupils through their Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) practical coursework portfolios
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Support extra-curricular design workshops, greenpower projects, and open studio drop-ins
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Serve as a Form Tutor, contributing to the pastoral framework and student tracking within your year group
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Manage workshop material inventories and equipment maintenance in collaboration with department technicians
The School & What’s on Offer
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Modern, forward-thinking secondary academy environment
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Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS
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Access to modern workshop machinery, CAD/CAM suites, and 3D printing technology
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Permanent, full-time contract starting January
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Convenient Swindon location with direct road and rail links across Wiltshire and Berkshire
Candidate Requirements
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
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Honors degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Industrial Design, or Engineering
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Valid certification for machine safety and secondary workshop machinery operation (DATA / CLEAPSS)
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Proficiency with digital design and CAD/CAM software packages (e.g., 2D Design, Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
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Strong classroom management and practical workshop supervision skills
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent Design & Technology post in Swindon for a January start.
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