Position: Design & Technology Teacher
Location: Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Design & Technology Teacher Role in a High-Performing Secondary School

A high-performing and ambitious Secondary School in Northamptonshire is seeking to appoint a creative and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher to join its successful Technology department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a school that places innovation, creativity, and practical learning at the heart of its curriculum while maintaining high academic standards and exceptional pastoral care.

The school has built an excellent reputation for nurturing confident, independent learners through a broad and balanced curriculum. Students are encouraged to think creatively, solve complex problems, and develop practical skills that prepare them for higher education, apprenticeships, and careers in engineering, product design, architecture, and manufacturing.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging practical and theory-based lessons that inspire creativity, technical understanding, and innovation.

Students follow an ambitious curriculum covering Product Design, Resistant Materials, engineering principles, design processes, sustainability, and modern manufacturing techniques. You will guide learners through every stage of the design cycle, from research and concept development to prototyping, manufacture, testing, and evaluation, while preparing students for GCSE and A-Level Design & Technology qualifications.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through STEM projects, employer partnerships, design competitions, enrichment clubs, and curriculum development initiatives that bring learning to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Design & Technology across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Design & Technology examinations

• Develop students' creativity, technical knowledge, and manufacturing skills

• Maintain outstanding health and safety standards within workshops

• Assess progress and provide high-quality, constructive feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support STEM initiatives, design competitions, and extracurricular activities

The School Environment

This High-Performing Secondary School is recognised for its inclusive ethos, high expectations, and commitment to providing students with an exceptional educational experience. Students are enthusiastic, respectful, and eager to embrace practical learning, creating a calm and purposeful atmosphere throughout the school.

The Design & Technology department is exceptionally well equipped with modern workshops, CAD/CAM technology, laser cutters, 3D printers, and specialist teaching spaces that enable students to develop industry-relevant skills. Teachers work within a collaborative and supportive team that shares best practice and benefits from excellent professional development and clear opportunities for career progression.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge in Product Design, Resistant Materials, or Engineering

• Excellent classroom and workshop management skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Design & Technology

• Experience using CAD/CAM technologies and digital manufacturing equipment

• Ability to contribute to STEM enrichment and employer engagement projects

• A proven track record of delivering excellent student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Design & Technology Teacher role at a High-Performing Secondary School in Northamptonshire, please submit your CV as soon as possible.