Job description🎨 Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) – Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunity in Coventry 📍 Location : Coventry 📅 Start Date : September 2025 💼 Contract : Full-Time, Permanent 💷 Salary : MPS (Main Pay Scale – suitable for ECTs) 🧵 An Ideal Opportunity for a Passionate Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join our thriving Design and Technology Department as a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) . Based in a supportive, forward-thinking school in Coventry, this role is ideal for a creative and motivated ECT ready to inspire students through exciting and meaningful textile-based design projects. As a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) , you will play a vital role in delivering a curriculum that celebrates creativity, hands-on learning, and practical skills. You will be joining a well-resourced department with a strong reputation for excellence and innovation in the field of textiles. 👩🏫 About the Role As a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) , you will: Teach engaging and inspiring lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential progression to Key Stage 5. Deliver a curriculum focused on textile design, garment construction, sustainability, and creative problem-solving. Encourage students to explore materials, develop design ideas, and produce high-quality outcomes. Promote the value of textiles in both traditional and contemporary contexts. Work collaboratively with other Design and Technology Teachers (Textiles) to support curriculum development. Foster a safe, inclusive, and inspiring classroom environment for learners of all abilities. Take part in enrichment activities such as fashion clubs, exhibitions, or competitions. 🏫 About the School Located in Coventry, our school has a strong emphasis on creativity and practical learning. The Design and Technology Department is a central part of the curriculum and is proud to support both academic and vocational pathways. As a new Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) , you will be welcomed into a collaborative team of specialists who are passionate about developing high-quality design education. The school offers excellent facilities, including fully equipped textiles rooms, and places a high value on professional development—making it an ideal place for an ECT to launch their career. 🌟 What We Offer A dedicated mentor and tailored induction programme for you as an ECT Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) . A creative, well-resourced environment with modern equipment and specialist spaces. A dynamic and supportive team of Design and Technology Teachers (Textiles) . Opportunities for continued professional development and future leadership. A school culture that values innovation, student engagement, and staff wellbeing. A chance to shape a textiles curriculum that promotes creativity, sustainability, and industry relevance. ✅ What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) who: Holds QTS (or is on track to gain it by September 2025) and a relevant degree in a textiles or design-related subject. Has a clear passion for teaching textiles and bringing out creativity in young people. Understands the importance of inclusive, engaging lesson planning as a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) . Demonstrates strong classroom presence, organisation, and communication skills. Is eager to grow professionally and work as part of a collaborative department. Brings fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the role of Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) . 📩 How to Apply If you’re an ECT ready to make an impact as a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) in Coventry, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 To apply, just send your CV – no cover letter needed. Start your journey as a Design and Technology Teacher (Textiles) at a school where your creativity, passion, and teaching potential will be valued and supported.
