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Design Technology Teacher – Lead Practical, Safe Workshop Skills in a Dynamic East London School – Hackney

A dynamic secondary school in Hackney requires a Design & Technology Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials and workshop safety from January 2026. The school emphasizes vocational and practical skills as key pathways for its students.

• DT Teacher (Resistant Materials Specialist) required from January 2026
• Hackney-based school with a strong practical and vocational focus.
• Ideal for a teacher committed to well-equipped workshop excellence and student safety in a dynamic inner-city setting.

You will teach Resistant Materials and core DT at KS3and lead the GCSE/BTEC practical pathways . The role involves managing the workshop, ensuring machinery safety , and guiding students through the entire design-and-make process using well-equipped tools and modern software.

Experience and Qualifications

• QTS and a specialism in Design & Technology (Resistant Materials/Engineering) .
• Proven competency in operating and ensuring safe use of workshop machinery.
• Experience teaching the practical coursework component of GCSE or BTEC DT.
• Commitment to fostering a structured and innovative approach to design.

School Information

The DT department is highly valued, boasting well-equipped workshops and dedicated, full-time technician support . The school fosters a supportive atmosphere, ensuring a safe and structured teaching environment, and benefits from the dynamic cultural hub of Hackney.

• Well-equipped modern workshops and dedicated technician support provided.
• Strong focus on safety protocols and a structured work environment.
• Excellent transport links (Overground, Tube, and Bus) make the location highly accessible .

Salary

Paid to scale on MPS / UPS

Application

To apply for this DT Teacher position in Hackney, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.