Product Design Teacher - Private School (ASAP Start)
Product Design Teacher | Richmond | Immediate Start
Role: Teacher of Design & Technology (Product Design Specialist)
Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Contract: Full-Time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a creative and technically skilled Product Design specialist available to start a new role immediately?
We are working with a high-achieving secondary school in Richmond that requires a passionate D&T Teacher to lead their Product Design classes across KS3, KS4, and KS5. The department is exceptionally well-resourced, featuring modern workshops and a dedicated CAD/CAM suite.
The Role
This is an immediate vacancy requiring a teacher who can hit the ground running and maintain the momentum of exam-year groups.
Practical Instruction: Deliver high-quality lessons in timbers, polymers, and metals, ensuring all students follow strict Health & Safety protocols.
Technical Expertise: Utilize CAD/CAM software (such as 2D Design, SolidWorks, or Autodesk Fusion 360) and oversee the use of 3D printers and laser cutters.
NEA Support: Provide expert guidance for Year 11 and Year 13 students as they finalize their Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) portfolios and practical prototypes.
Curriculum Delivery: Engage KS3 students with innovative design-and-make projects that foster a love for engineering and aesthetics.
The Candidate
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): A degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, or a related Engineering field.
Workshop Savvy: Up-to-date Health & Safety accreditation (DATA) is highly desirable.
Versatility: The ability to work with a range of materials and tools, from traditional hand tools to modern manufacturing technology.
Richmond Ready: A professional who can meet the high academic expectations of the Richmond student body and parent community.
Why Richmond?
Beautiful Surroundings: Work in one of London's leafiest and most desirable boroughs, known for its outstanding schools and green spaces.
Excellent Facilities: Richmond schools are often at the forefront of D&T investment, offering the latest in manufacturing technology.
Commuter Friendly: Easily accessible via South Western Railway and the District Line.
Stable Department: Join a supportive team that values creativity and practical problem-solving.
Apply Now
As this is an immediate requirement, the school is looking to interview and trial candidates as soon as possible.
- Locations
- Richmond
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