Design & Technology Teacher

West Buckland School are seeking a part-time enthusiastic and dedicated Design and Technology teacher to join our thriving department. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students across a wide age range, from Year 7 through to A-Level, and to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

The Design and Technology Department is a well-established and vibrant part of the school, currently comprising two teaching staff and a technician. We are committed to delivering a high-quality education that fosters creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills. We offer the following examination courses:

·      CIE IGCSE Design and Technology (Resistant Materials) in Years 10 and 11

·      AQA A-Level Product Design in the Sixth Form.

These courses are popular among students, with typically two GCSE classes and one A-Level group in each year group. Additionally, a subject specialist delivers engaging lessons to students in the Prep School.

The department runs a variety of extracurricular clubs throughout the week. These sessions provide opportunities for students in Years 7–9 to develop their practical skills, while students in Years 10–13 can use the time to work on coursework and personal projects.

We are especially proud of our success in the Greenpower Electric Car Challenge, where our student team—spanning Years 7 to 11—has reached the international finals at Goodwood. This initiative is led by the Design and Technology staff and takes place during lunchtimes.

Job Requirements

This post is a part-time position, at 0.5 of a full timetable. This could be increased up to 0.7 if the candidate can offer Computer Science at Key Stage 3 or beyond. It could suit a new entrant to the profession, or an experienced teacher. 

The ideal candidate:

• Has a passion for Design and Technology
• Has a strong subject knowledge and experience in preparing students for public examinations
• Can teach across the full age and ability range
• Has a willingness to engage with an evolving curriculum at both GCSE and A-Level
• Has high professional standards and a commitment to student achievement
• Has adaptability in teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEN and EAL students
• Has a collaborative approach to teaching, with openness to sharing best practices
• Has a commitment to lifelong learning and involvement in the wider life of the school, such as extracurricular activities and departmental initiatives
• Has a DATA H&S accreditation or is willing to undertake training
• Will be an active, collegiate member of the Design and Technology Department, contributing to the departmental development plan and, through this, to the school’s overall development.

Desirable Attributes

• Background in engineering or product design
• Knowledge of CAD software found in educational establishments
• Experience with extracurricular initiatives or STEM competitions.

General Responsibilities

• Contribution to our broad extra-curricular (ECA) programme at lunch times and after school.

In addition to teaching Design and Technology, applicants are asked to indicate their willingness and ability to teach any other subject(s), particularly computer science.

Hours of work

The school operates Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:30am and 5:00pm as dictated by the school calendar.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we provide free parking, daily lunch and access to our outstanding sports facilities. Further details of benefits we offer can be found in the accompanying Benefits Overview document.

Applications should be submitted by 10am on Thursday 19th June 2025. We reserve the right to close the application process before the deadline if a suitable applicant is appointed.