DT Teacher Vacancy - Independent School near Tower Bridge...
An established and academically ambitious independent school near Tower Bridge Station is seeking to appoint an outstanding Design & Technology Teacher to join its thriving faculty.
This is an exciting opportunity to teach highly motivated pupils in a well-resourced environment where creativity, innovation and intellectual curiosity are highly valued.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to teach Design & Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the possibility of Key Stage 5 depending on experience and specialism. The successful candidate will contribute to a broad and enriching curriculum that encourages independent thinking, technical precision and high-quality design outcomes.
Class sizes are small, enabling personalised teaching and strong academic support. The department benefits from excellent workshop facilities and a strong culture of craftsmanship and innovation.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Academic Teaching & Learning
Deliver engaging and academically rigorous Design & Technology lessons
Prepare pupils for GCSE and/or A Level examinations with strong outcomes
Develop pupils’ understanding of the full design process, from concept through to evaluation
Provide detailed feedback and monitor progress through effective assessment
Practical & Technical Leadership
Maintain high standards of workshop safety and compliance
Support pupils in developing advanced practical skills and independent project work
Contribute to the ongoing development of departmental resources and facilities
Enrichment & Wider Contribution
Support co-curricular activities such as design clubs, STEM initiatives or competition entries
Contribute to exhibitions, showcases and school events
Participate fully in the pastoral and academic life of the school
The Ideal Candidate
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Demonstrates strong subject expertise within Design & Technology (e.g., Product Design, Engineering, Resistant Materials or similar specialism)
Has experience teaching at secondary level, ideally including examination classes
Brings high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
Is committed to contributing to the wider life of an independent school community
Has the legal right to work in the UK
About the School
The school near Tower Bridge Station is known for its strong academic outcomes, excellent pastoral care and commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. Staff benefit from small class sizes, supportive leadership and a culture that values professional growth and innovation.
Application Process
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ambitious early career teachers who are eager to contribute to a high-achieving independent school near Tower Bridge Station. Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Recommended Jobs
Lift Technician
&##127757; Our mission We don’t only maintain lifts and escalators — we transform how they’re operated. At WeMaintain, we build tech that empowers the people who keep cities running, making bu…
Lead Learning Scientist
Why Faculty? We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform th…
Quantity Surveyor - Highways & Civil Engineering
Quantity Surveyor – Highways & Civil Engineering Location: East & London Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 + Package Job Type: Permanent Sector: Highways | Surfacing | Civil Eng…
Account Director - UK & EMEA Clients
The Role You’ll be the day-to-day senior UK contact on a number of key accounts, making sure work is well-planned, well-executed and well-received. You’ll act as the connective tissue between UK…
Social Media Lead
Soho, London Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the office (rota includes working evenings and weekends to attend matches, events, shoots, sponsor activations and key sporting moments where requir…
HPC Operations Engineer
Jump Trading is committed to world class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting edg…
Senior Reward Analyst
Senior Reward Analyst About us: We do things differently around here. We built ClearBank on the belief that banking infrastructure would no longer slow down progress. Instead, it would be …
Receptionist - Superb Secondary School in Bromley -...
Are you a friendly, organised, and professional individual looking to join a welcoming school community? An ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in Bromley is seeking a Receptionist to join their fro…
Tutor LBS-008 -SEND learners
Job Title : Tutor LBS-008 -SEND learners Job Category : Education Qualified Location : Thomas Carlton Centre, Southwark Council Hours Per Week : 36.00 Start Date : Immediate Start Start…