Teacher of Design Technology

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators, engineers, and digital creators? Wardle Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Technology Teacher to join our dynamic secondary department.

What We Offer

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State-of-the-Art Facilities

Modern workshops, CAD/CAM suites, 3D printers, laser cutters, and fully equipped computer labs.

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Curriculum Freedom

Opportunities to teach Key Stage 3 and 4 (GCSE).

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Professional Growth

Tailored CPD programs, clear pathways for leadership progression, and dedicated ECT mentorship.

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Work-Life Balance

Allocated planning time, well-being initiatives, and a supportive, collaborative faculty.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students through practical problem-solving, digital design, and physical computing.
• Maintain high standards of workshop safety, digital hygiene, and classroom management.
• Assess student progress effectively, fostering a growth mindset and high achievement.
• Contribute to extra-curricular STEM clubs, competitions, and industry visits.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent secondary teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in Design & Technology, Engineering, or Computer Science/IT.
• Ability to motivate students of all abilities with creative, practical learning experiences.
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Wardle Academy?

In 2026, we know that teaching is as much about the environment as it is the classroom.

We offer

• The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
• Excellent CPD
• A friendly welcoming community
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff & a very supportive leadership team
• Excellent facilities
• Cycle scheme

How to apply

To apply, please complete our application form (link below).

Deadline

4th

November 2026 at 11

59pm

Interviews to take place week commencing 9th November

Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for an interview that references (and online search checks) will be sought.

Watergrove Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure and Barring and Childcare Disqualification Check.

The Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.

Thank you in advance for your application. Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven’t heard from us by the interview date please assume you have been unsuccessful.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.