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

Design & Technology Teacher Role in an Inclusive Secondary School

An ambitious and inclusive Secondary School in Corby is seeking to appoint a creative and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher to join its successful Technology department from September. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a school that is committed to delivering a broad, knowledge-rich curriculum while fostering creativity, innovation, and practical learning.

The school is recognised for its supportive ethos, high expectations, and strong relationships between staff and students. With a focus on developing confident, resilient, and independent learners, the school provides an environment where students are encouraged to think creatively, solve real-world problems, and develop valuable technical skills for the future.

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 confident design thinking.

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

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department by supporting STEM initiatives, design competitions, employer engagement projects, and extracurricular clubs that encourage students to apply their learning in meaningful and innovative ways.

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 excellent health and safety standards within specialist workshops

• Assess progress and provide high-quality, constructive feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support STEM enrichment, design competitions, and extracurricular activities

The School Environment

This Inclusive Secondary School is known for its welcoming atmosphere, strong pastoral care, and commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Students are respectful, eager to learn, and encouraged to embrace challenge, creating a positive and purposeful learning environment.

The Design & Technology department benefits from well-equipped workshops, specialist teaching spaces, and modern resources that enable students to explore design using both traditional techniques and contemporary technologies. Staff work collaboratively within a supportive team that values innovation, professional development, and continuous improvement, with 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 initiatives

• A proven track record of delivering excellent student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Design & Technology Teacher role at an Inclusive Secondary School in Corby, please submit your CV as soon as possible.