Teacher of Design & Technology (Product Design and / or Design Engineering) 0.8-1 FTE

Teach ambitious students. Work with outstanding facilities. Shape the future of design and engineering education. St Brendan's Sixth Form College is seeking a passionate and talented teacher to join our thriving Design & Technology department. We welcome applications from teachers with expertise in Product Design, Design Engineering, or a combination of both disciplines. The exact teaching allocation will be shaped around the strengths, experience and interests of the successful candidate. Whether you are an experienced teacher, an Early Career Teacher, a Design & Technology teacher looking to move into post-16 education, or a professional from an engineering or design background considering teaching, we would be delighted to hear from you. This is an opportunity to work with motivated students in a supportive and collaborative sixth form college where teaching, professional trust and student success are at the heart of what we do. Why choose St Brendan's? Unlike many school-based roles, this position allows you to focus on your specialist subject and work with students who have chosen to study Computer Science and IT. Benefits of the role include:

• Teaching only post-16 students
• No tutor group responsibilities
• No break or lunchtime duties
• Dedicated pastoral and progress tutor teams
• Timetabled student support and enrichment rather than after hours
• Collaborative planning and shared resources
• Strong departmental support and mentoring
• Flexible working opportunities, including part-time and job-share arrangements
Outstanding facilities Our department is exceptionally well resourced, providing an excellent environment for teaching, designing and making. Facilities include:
• 3D printers
• Laser cutting equipment
• CNC routing
• Engineering machining processes
• Traditional workshop tools
• Dedicated CAD suites equipped with SolidWorks, TechSoft 2D Design and Circuit Wizard
You will also work alongside an experienced technician who supports workshop delivery, practical projects and coursework development. A supportive and collaborative team You will join a friendly and experienced department that values teamwork, professional development and continuous improvement. We offer:
• Shared planning and resources
• Structured induction and mentoring
• Support for teachers transitioning from secondary schools into post-16 education
• Professional development for colleagues strengthening their Product Design or Engineering expertise
• Excellent support for Early Career Teachers
This is a department where colleagues genuinely support one another and enjoy working together. A college that values workload and wellbeing We are committed to creating conditions in which teachers can focus on excellent teaching and learning. Support includes:
• Protected planning and preparation time
• Additional support during key assessment periods
• Dedicated progress tutors
• Inclusive learning specialists
• Mental health and wellbeing support services
• A proactive careers team that works closely with curriculum areas
We trust our staff, minimise unnecessary administration and invest strongly in professional development. About the role The successful candidate may teach Product Design, Design Engineering, or a combination of both, depending on experience and departmental needs. You will:
• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons
• Inspire creativity, innovation and problem-solving
• Develop students' technical, practical and design skills
• Connect learning to real-world design and engineering contexts
• Support students to achieve ambitious academic and career goals
• Work collaboratively within a high-performing team
• Teaching commitments will be proportionate to the agreed FTE.
Our students You will teach ambitious students who progress to:
• Degree apprenticeships with leading employers
• Engineering, Product Design, Architecture and related degree programmes
• Technical, creative and manufacturing industries
Our students are motivated, engaged and serious about their futures, creating a rewarding environment in which to teach. Who we're looking for We welcome applications from:
• Qualified Design & Technology teachers
• Teachers of Product Design
• Teachers of Design Engineering
• Early Career Teachers
• Teachers seeking a move into post-16 education
• Professionals from Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing, Architecture, Physics, Mathematics or related fields interested in teaching
  
  Passionate about design, engineering and innovation
• Able to inspire and motivate young people
• Skilled in using design, practical and digital technologies to enhance learning
• Committed to high standards and positive student outcomes
• Comfortable working within a practical workshop environment
• Collaborative, reflective and keen to develop professionally
We recognise that excellent candidates may not meet every aspect of the person specification and encourage applications from individuals with transferable skills and relevant experience. Essential Requirements
• QTS (or another teaching qualification with a commitment to work towards QTS)
• A degree in a relevant subject area or significant professional expertise
Flexible Working


• Full-time employment
• Part-time employment
• Job-share arrangements