Design Technology Teacher - Independent School - Kingston upon Thames

Are you a creative and technically confident Design Technology Teacher who enjoys helping students turn ideas into practical outcomes? An Independent School in Kingston upon Thames is looking for a committed teacher to join its Design Technology department on a full-time, permanent basis.

• Design Technology Teacher Role

• Teaching Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential KS5

• Kingston upon Thames

• ASAP Start

• Full-time, Permanent

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Technology Teacher who wants to work in a well-resourced department where practical learning and creativity are highly valued.

You will teach students across KS3 and KS4, helping them develop their understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, design principles and problem-solving. The successful teacher will be able to balance practical projects with the theoretical knowledge required by the curriculum.

Students will be encouraged to investigate problems, develop initial ideas, produce prototypes and evaluate their finished work. You will guide them through each stage of the design process while ensuring that they understand how and why different materials, tools and techniques are used.

At GCSE, you will support students with coursework or non-exam assessment where applicable, as well as preparing them for the theoretical elements of the course. Organisation and attention to detail will be particularly important when managing practical projects and ensuring students work safely.

You will also contribute to departmental planning, assessment and the development of practical resources. The school welcomes teachers who bring new ideas and are willing to contribute to the wider creative life of the department.

Design Technology Teacher - School Information

This Independent School in Kingston upon Thames provides a stimulating environment where students are encouraged to be ambitious, creative and independent.

The school values a broad education and recognises the importance of practical subjects in developing problem-solving, resilience and innovation. Students are encouraged to take ownership of projects and understand the relationship between design, materials, technology and real-world applications.

The Design Technology department benefits from a strong emphasis on practical learning and encourages students to develop confidence using a range of equipment and techniques.

Staff work collaboratively and benefit from ongoing professional development. The successful applicant will join a team that values high-quality teaching and is keen to support students in developing both practical and academic skills.

Design Technology Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• Design Technology Degree or relevant degree

• QTS

• Experience teaching DT at KS3 and KS4

• Strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge

• GCSE Design Technology experience

• Ability to teach safely in a practical workshop environment

• Strong organisational skills

• Excellent classroom management

• Ability to inspire creative and independent thinking

Salary

The salary for this Design Technology Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS.

Application

Please send your application for this Design Technology Teacher position through as soon as possible.