Teacher of Design Technology

Malcolm Arnold Academy is seeking a Teacher Design & Technology who is aligned with our mission to broaden the horizons of children through the provision of a world class education. 

Our True North, as a school is an education that is ambitious, broad and knowledge-rich, and that equips our pupils to live full, rich and successful lives. 

We are looking for a teacher of design technology who loves teaching, has significant subject expertise, knows the powerful knowledge in their subject and thrives on leading effective delivery across all classrooms. 

We are also keen that applicants are aligned with our DRET Way; the compass of our Trust and also our MAA Way which describes how we work. The fundamentals for us are: 

Unbeatable learning climate through our Warm:Strict philosophy 

Unapologetically high expectations for and of the students in our care 

Clear boundaries, rules and routines so students feel safe and calm 

Acquisition of powerful knowledge as a goal in itself 

Students gaining a knowledge base that is ambitious and empowering. 

Rigorous and challenging academic curriculum, 

Broad range of sport, art and musical opportunities. 

Teachers who are subject experts and make use of evidence-based teaching methods Direct and effective teaching, so knowledge is learnt and remembered 

We have excellent standards of behaviour; we value good manners, etiquette and kindness and teach this to our students. At Malcolm Arnold Academy, enrichment is part of every student’s entitlement; students participate in a broad range of lunchtime and after school clubs.

You will receive excellent professional development and support. Visit us and see us in action to see this all for yourself or arrange a call to find out more.

About the role 

Permanent, Full time teaching hours

• Malcolm Arnold Academy is seeking a teacher of Design & Technology,  which is part of our Art & Design, Design & Technology department. We are looking for an ambitious person has subject expertise in Design & Technology. We are at an exciting stage of our subject’s development where we are building our September 2023 curriculum D&T offer to include Product Design.   
• To maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of the teaching of your subject(s) and take account of wider curriculum developments which are relevant to your work. 
• To plan lessons/activities/tutorials and sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs 
• To use a range of appropriate strategies and follow Academy policies for teaching/tutoring, behaviour management and classroom management
• To do all that you can to ensure that you safeguard and promote the welfare of students in the Academy
• To set well-grounded consistent expectations for students in your teaching and tutorial groups using information about prior attainment
• To assess, monitor and record the progress of students in your teaching (and tutorial groups) and give them clear and constructive feedback

 Who we are looking for 

• A good degree in a specialist subject in Design & Technology
• Nationally recognised teaching qualification
• The skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to teach across Key Stages 3-4
• A very good classroom teacher, demonstrating ability to innovate
• Understanding of current curriculum issues in relation to teaching subject/s
• Able to show evidence of the use of technology in teaching and learning
• Committed to working co-operatively with young people; able to communicate sensitively, imaginatively and effectively with them
• Able to create a team ethos across a team
• Able to motivate and encourage problem solving
• Able to communicate effectively with parents to represent the Academy positively and feed back information as appropriate

Salary & Benefits 

MPS 1 - UPS 3 £28,000.00 - £43,685.00 FTE per annum

Access to Teacher's Pension scheme 

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply here’.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.