Design & Technology Teacher (Resistant Materials focus) | Brent

A creative and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher with a focus on Resistant Materials is required to join a well-regarded Independent boarding secondary school for boys aged 13-18 in Brent. The successful candidate will inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to develop their design thinking and practical skills in working with materials such as wood, metal, and plastics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Design & Technology Teacher lessons focusing on Resistant Materials at Key Stages 3 and 4.


• Develop students' skills in design processes, material manipulation, and manufacturing techniques related to resistant materials.


• Assess and monitor student progress in Design & Technology, providing constructive feedback to enhance their learning.


• Contribute to the development of the Design & Technology curriculum, with a focus on Resistant Materials.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with a specialism in Design & Technology.


• Demonstrated experience teaching Design & Technology Teacher lessons with a focus on Resistant Materials at Key Stages 3 and 4.


• Strong practical skills in working with resistant materials and knowledge of relevant tools and machinery.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills, capable of inspiring creativity and problem-solving in students.

Benefits

• Inner London Payscale.


• Supportive and well-resourced Technology department within an Independent school.


• Access to well-equipped design workshops with a range of tools, machinery, and materials for resistant materials work.


• Opportunities for continuous professional development in design and technology education.

About the School
This Independent boarding secondary school for boys aged 13-18 is situated in north-west London on a beautiful green estate. Employees particularly value the positive working environment and good relationships with their colleagues. The school believes that the success of students should not be measured purely by grades, but by their influence on the wider world. Its values of courage, honour, humility, and fellowship aim to help its community behave and perform better. Inspectors have noted that pupils invariably work hard and utilise their strong motivation and desire to succeed, which is one of the main drivers in their all-round excellent achievement.