Grammar School - DT RM Teacher - Herefordshire

🛠️ Design & Technology Teacher (Resistant Materials) 📍 Location: Herefordshire 📅 Start Date: September 2025 💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent 💷 Salary: MPS/UPS, depending on experience An Excellent Opportunity at a High-Achieving Grammar School We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials to join our well-regarded grammar school in Herefordshire . This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled classroom practitioner to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons and contribute to the continued success of a high-performing department. 🏫 About the School Our school has a proud tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing well-rounded, curious learners. As a grammar school, we place high value on creativity, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving across the curriculum. The Design & Technology Department plays a vital role in helping students develop real-world skills in design, innovation, and manufacturing. With a strong emphasis on both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience, students are encouraged to take pride in the process of designing, making, and refining. 👨🏫 The Role As a DT Teacher (Resistant Materials), you will: Teach engaging and well-structured lessons to Key Stages 3 and 4 , with the potential to contribute to Key Stage 5 depending on experience and subject coverage. Deliver a curriculum focused on design principles, practical skills , and the creative use of materials such as wood, metal, and plastics. Encourage students to explore problem-solving through design , using a range of traditional and modern techniques including CAD/CAM. Ensure safe and effective use of tools, machinery, and equipment, promoting excellent workshop practice . Contribute to the development and refinement of schemes of work and assessment strategies. Support extra-curricular activities such as clubs, competitions, and project-based learning opportunities. ✔️ What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a qualified teacher who: Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has experience teaching Resistant Materials or Product Design within the secondary age range. Has a good working knowledge of materials, workshop tools and processes, and is confident in managing a practical learning environment. Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills, and can engage academically able students in both practical and theoretical work. Is committed to maintaining high standards in the classroom and promoting a love of design and technology. Works well within a team and values collaboration and continuous improvement. 🌟 Why Join Us? 🏫 Academic Excellence – Join a well-respected grammar school with a strong focus on student achievement and intellectual curiosity 🔧 Specialist Facilities – Teach in modern, fully-equipped workshops with access to a range of traditional and digital technologies 🤝 Supportive Environment – Be part of a collaborative and experienced team that values innovation and creativity 📈 Ongoing Development – Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to take on new responsibilities as your career progresses 🎓 Motivated Students – Teach high-achieving, engaged learners who thrive on challenge and creativity 📧 How to Apply If you're a passionate DT teacher ready to inspire the next generation of designers and problem-solvers, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please send your CV.