Design & Technology Teacher

Role

Teacher of Design & Technology

Academy

Outwood Academy Carlton

Start Date

01/09/2026

Salary (Actual Salary)

£32,916 - £51,048

Working Pattern

Full Time and Part Time Considered, Permanent Post

Are you a design technology enthusiast ready to inspire the next generation? Do you dream of a career where you can truly make a difference?

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and inspiring classroom practitioner with a real passion for design technology. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of "students first". Applications are invited from both newly qualified and experienced professionals with expertise in any of the resistant material disciplines (product design, construction, and engineering).

Outwood Academy Carlton is situated in North East Barnsley and is easily accessible from South and West Yorkshire, including Wakefield, Sheffield, Doncaster, Huddersfield and Pontefract. We are only 5 miles from the M1.

Principal's Message

As Principal, I am thrilled at the prospect of introducing you to Outwood Academy Carlton, a proud member of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, serving the community of Royston, Carlton and surrounding areas. Our core purpose-'to continually and repeatedly grow, well informed, good human beings who are armed with character, skill, emotional intelligence and qualifications to be personally, occupationally and/or professionally successful'-is at the heart of everything we do. This aligns seamlessly with the Trust's vision of 'students first, raising standards and transforming lives,' ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.

We are seeking prospective colleagues who share our passion for developing well rounded individuals and align with our core purpose. I look forward to welcoming you into our academy.

The Design Technology Department

Our design technology department is a friendly, supportive and high performing team of teachers that includes both experienced and newly qualified staff. The department is well resourced with subject specific equipment, two resistant material classrooms and one food and catering classroom, each equipped with a visualiser. We also have two technicians (resistant materials and food). A strong whole school literacy strategy ensures students gain educational and personal benefits of reading and subject specific tier 3 vocabulary. Our oracy strategy is fully embedded, supporting writing confidence, competence, and speaking and listening skills.

The curriculum is built with the end in mind: KS3 prepares students for KS4 WJEC Hospitality and Catering (vocational) and WJEC Construction and the Built Environment (vocational). Project based clubs foster a passion for design technology and equip students with confidence and skills for success.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full or partial qualification in design technology, resistant materials, product design, construction or engineering.
• Teaching experience at KS3/KS4 or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the national curriculum and the WJEC specifications.
• Creative approach to lessons and the ability to use visualisers and technology tools effectively.
• Experience in fostering student leadership and club development is an asset.
• Enhance DBS and references will be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess engaging curriculum in design technology for KS3 and KS4.
• Use visualiser and other technology to deliver high quality, pupils' centered lessons.
• Lead and support extracurricular clubs to extend learning beyond the classroom.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and report on student progress.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and the whole school literacy and oracy strategy.
• Collaborate with colleagues, share best practice, and participate in professional development.

Benefits & Working Environment

Outwood Academy Carlton is an Ofsted Good rated academy based in the attractive village of Carlton. We value vocational, practical, creative and academic excellence equally and offer a high quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates. Leadership development, succession planning and capacity building are major priorities for the Trust, enabling rapid progression for those who want to advance in the classroom or at a leadership level.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Legal & Equality

We comply with all legislation, including the Equality Act 2010, and are a diverse and inclusive organisation. All applicants will receive a fair and unbiased selection process.

Contact

For more information or to visit the school, please contact Emily Smith, HR Assistant at .

Application Closing

The advertisement will close at 12 noon, either on its advertised closing date or earlier if the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.