Teacher of Design Technology

Avanti; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Leicester is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Design and Technology committed to fostering strong academic and personal growth for pupils. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching, planning lessons, and creating a conducive learning environment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and QTS qualification, strong organisational skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Join a forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact on the next generation of innovators.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Well-being programs

Qualifications

• Qualified to bachelor's degree level in relevant subject.
• QTS qualified.
• Clear understanding of high-quality teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Design and Technology teaching.
• Create a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Plan, prepare, and evaluate lessons and materials.

Skills

Teaching skills

Organisational skills

Use of technology

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant subject

QTS qualified

Job description

About The Role

Please note: This position is available for a start date after February half-term or from the beginning of the Summer term (April 2026).

Avanti Fields School is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Design and Technology who is committed to helping pupils achieve strong academic and personal growth.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, well-structured teaching and create a purposeful, respectful learning environment that reflects the values of our school.

They will work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners to support pupil progress, champion creativity and promote confident, independent learning.

This role offers the chance to make a measurable impact within a school that is ambitious for every learner. Join us and help shape the next generation of skilled creators, innovators and problem-solvers.

School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.

What will you do?

• Deliver high-quality Design and Technology teaching that meets the needs of all learners, ensuring strong progress, well-planned lessons and effective use of assessment.
• Create a safe, respectful and purposeful learning environment that upholds the ethos of Avanti Schools Trust and promotes excellent behaviour, engagement and relationships.
• Take responsibility for the planning, preparation and evaluation of lessons, materials and assessments, using data to monitor progress and inform future teaching.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, governors and external partners to support pupils’ wellbeing, achievement and broader school life.
• Engage fully in professional development, contribute to whole-school responsibilities, and uphold safeguarding, statutory requirements and high standards of conduct.

About Us

Why should you apply

You will be working in a fantastic environment.

Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.

We offer a range of staff benefits including professional development opportunities, retail discounts, flexible working options, well-being programs, and more; further details at the bottom of the page.

What are we looking for?

• Qualified to bachelor’s degree level in relevant or allied subject
• QTS qualified
• Clear vision and understanding of how to implement and sustain a high quality teaching and learning
• Excellent skills in the use and application of technology
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to delegateCommitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students

Further information

Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria required for this role.

Pre-employment checks

Avanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks. Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

Diversity and Inclusion

We want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics. Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.