Design Technology Teacher – Practical Focused Curriculum – Hackney
Design Technology Teacher – Lead Practical, Safe Workshop Skills in a Dynamic East London School – Hackney
A dynamic secondary school in Hackney requires a Design & Technology Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials and workshop safety from January 2026. The school emphasizes vocational and practical skills as key pathways for its students.
- DT Teacher (Resistant Materials Specialist) required from January 2026
- Hackney-based school with a strong practical and vocational focus.
- Ideal for a teacher committed to well-equipped workshop excellence and student safety in a dynamic inner-city setting.
You will teach Resistant Materials and core DT at KS3 and lead the GCSE/BTEC practical pathways. The role involves managing the workshop, ensuring machinery safety, and guiding students through the entire design-and-make process using well-equipped tools and modern software.
Experience and Qualifications
- QTS and a specialism in Design & Technology (Resistant Materials/Engineering).
- Proven competency in operating and ensuring safe use of workshop machinery.
- Experience teaching the practical coursework component of GCSE or BTEC DT.
- Commitment to fostering a structured and innovative approach to design.
School Information
The DT department is highly valued, boasting well-equipped workshops and dedicated, full-time technician support. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere, ensuring a safe and structured teaching environment, and benefits from the dynamic cultural hub of Hackney.
- Well-equipped modern workshops and dedicated technician support provided.
- Strong focus on safety protocols and a structured work environment.
- Excellent transport links (Overground, Tube, and Bus) make the location highly accessible.
Salary
Paid to scale on MPS / UPS
Application
To apply for this DT Teacher position in Hackney, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.
- Locations
- Hackney
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