Job Title: Secondary School Teacher 

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors! 

Are you ready to join a vibrant educational community where every child is empowered to flourish and every colleague is supported to thrive? At our academy, we are passionate about developing the whole child through a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious culture. With a strong people-first ethos, we invest in our staff just as much as our pupils, recognising that great teaching starts with great support. If you're driven by purpose and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to welcome you. 

We are looking for a Teacher to shape the future of our students by leading engaging, forward‑thinking Design & Technology learning that supports high standards, innovation and a strong culture of success within our school.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and well‑structured Design & Technology lessons that inspire creativity, practical skill development and problem‑solving.
• Plan, adapt and assess the DT curriculum to meet the needs of all learners and support strong progress across all key stages taught.
• Create a safe, well‑organised and supportive workshop environment that promotes high standards of behaviour, safety and care when using tools and equipment.
• Monitor, track and report on pupil progress, providing constructive feedback that supports continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share best practice, develop resources and strengthen the overall DT provision.

Pay range:

• M1 - M6 (including inner London allowance)
• £40,317.00 - £52,300.00

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status or recognised equivalent
• Degree in subject specialism
• Effective classroom management and the ability to create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, assess and differentiate to meet diverse learner needs
• Strong subject knowledge across Design and Technology disciplines with the ability to deliver high quality, engaging lessons
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, enabling positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers

What are we about? 

Join a trust that is going places! 

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. 

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. 

With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   

Benefits:  

Financial and Lifestyle 

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. 

Professional Growth and Development 

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. 

Culture and Wellbeing 

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. 

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.  

How to apply: 

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.