If youre a highly motivated DT teacher seeking a permanent position a thriving school in Portsmouth is searching for a talented individual to join their team!
In this exciting role youll play a pivotal role in:
- Empowering Young Designers: Design and deliver inspiring lessons that spark student creativity foster a deep understanding of design principles and equip them with the skills to turn ideas into reality.
- Building Practical Skills: Develop a range of practical skills in your students through handson learning activities including problemsolving critical thinking and using a variety of tools and technologies.
- Nurturing Innovation: Encourage students to think creatively experiment with new ideas and develop solutions to realworld problems through design thinking and projectbased learning.
- Bridging the Gap Between Design and Technology: Integrate digital tools and technologies seamlessly into your lessons allowing students to explore computeraided design (CAD) 3D printing and other relevant software and hardware.
- Collaboration and Innovation: Participate in curriculum development collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and embrace ongoing professional development to stay current with the latest trends in DT education.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Possesses a strong academic background in Design and Technology and a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Has a minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience at the secondary level (preferred).
- Demonstrates a creative and engaging teaching style that incorporates handson activities projectbased learning and integration of technology into the curriculum.
- Enjoys fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel comfortable experimenting taking risks and expressing their ideas through design.
- Maintains a commitment to professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in materials technologies and pedagogical strategies in DT education.
We Offer:
- A permanent fulltime teaching position in a dynamic and supportive school environment within Portsmouth.
- A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.
- The opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on the lives of your students nurturing their creativity problemsolving skills and practical abilities.
- The chance to contribute to a thriving school community that values innovation and collaboration.
Ready to embark on a dynamic and rewarding career in Design and Technology education
We invite enthusiastic and qualified DT teachers to apply.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
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