- Salary
- £46k – £54k/yr
- Location
- St Albans, Hertfordshire
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
Description
Design and Technology Teacher
Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary: £35,602 to £54,328 per annum (MPS/UPS, Fringe)
Contract: Permanent, full time
Start date: January 2027
Ethos Education is working with a forward-thinking, well-regarded school in St Albans to appoint a Design and Technology Teacher on a permanent, full-time basis from January 2027. The Design and Technology faculty is growing, with real opportunities for the right person to help shape its next stage. The school has a strong reputation for embracing new technologies, invests heavily in digital learning, and offers excellent facilities for staff and students alike.
About the role
- Teach Design and Technology across KS3 and KS4, with scope to contribute at KS5
- Deliver GCSE Design and Technology, building strong design, making and evaluation skills
- Lead safe, well-organised practical lessons in the workshop, using hand tools, machinery and CAD/CAM
- Bring digital design and modern technology into D&T lessons
- Teach across the full age and ability range, with high expectations for every pupil
- Help a growing faculty develop its curriculum, resources and enrichment
About you
This DT Teacher role welcomes ECTs and experienced teachers. We would love to hear from you if:
- You hold QTS, or a recognised equivalent such as QTLS
- You have a background in product design, resistant materials, engineering or a related D&T specialism
- You are confident with workshop health and safety
- You enjoy using technology to make learning creative and engaging
- You are enthusiastic, collaborative and keen to help a department grow
- You share a commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of young people
What the school offers
- Salary on the Main and Upper Pay Scale (London Fringe): £35,602 to £54,328 per annum, depending on experience
- A growing Design and Technology faculty with room for professional development
- Excellent facilities and outstanding investment in digital technology
- Membership of a supportive multi-academy trust with wider career opportunities
- Strong CPD and full ECT induction
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme
What Ethos offers
- A dedicated consultant who knows Design and Technology recruitment
- Honest insight into the school and department before you apply
- Interview preparation and feedback
- Support all the way through to your first day
Apply now to be considered for this Design and Technology Teacher role in St Albans, starting January 2027.
Ethos Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo a thorough vetting procedure, including an enhanced DBS check.