Teacher of Design Technology

Job Title: Teacher of Design and Technology (M1)

Actual Annual Salary: £26,332 (M1 based on 0.8 FTE)

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £32,916 (M1)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Contract Length: Fixed until 31/08/2027 or upon the return of the post holder Hours: Part-time, 26 hours per week, 0.8 FTE

Additional role info: Working Pattern – Tuesday to Friday

Provisional Start Date: 01 September 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

Your opportunity to deliver outstanding Design and Technology lessons and inspire the next generation of designers, engineers and problem-solvers

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Teacher of Design and Technology (M1 only) to join Bristol Metropolitan Academy on a fixed-term secondment until 31 August 2027. You will play a key role in delivering a broad and engaging DT curriculum that fosters creativity, develops technical skills, and ignites a love of innovation in our students.

At Bristol Metropolitan Academy, you will join an established and collaborative Design and Technology team, supported by two dedicated technicians who assist with lesson delivery and preparation. Our well-equipped facilities include specialist workshops, kitchens, and textiles classrooms, all resourced with modern equipment to enhance both your teaching and students’ learning experiences.

As a teacher within CLF, you will set high expectations that inspire and challenge pupils, create a safe and stimulating learning environment, and support all students to make strong progress regardless of their starting points. You will contribute to the design and delivery of an ambitious curriculum, helping students to build practical skills, resilience, and confidence both within and beyond the classroom.

You will have the opportunity to use your talents to play a key role in championing the success and life chances of all children across our trust. Through our commitment to high standards, a joy-filled and contemporary curriculum, and excellent teaching, we aim to create greater opportunities for lifelong success as our pupils grow into confident young adults. About you:

You will be:

a qualified teacher or hold an equivalent teaching qualification with strong subject knowledge in Design and Technology

able to deliver a high-quality Design and Technology curriculum and teach engaging, well-structured lessons that promote creativity, independence and a love of learning

able to plan sequences of learning that build on prior knowledge and enable all pupils to make good progress, using effective assessment to inform teaching

able to differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all learners, including those from key identified groups such as pupil premium, looked after children, SEND and high attaining students

committed to creating a safe and stimulating learning environment where high expectations of behaviour and mutual respect underpin strong relationships

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