Teacher of Design Technology Full Time Permanent

MPS / UPS with potential TLR

Required from September 2026

Are you an inspiring, creative and committed Design Technology teacher looking to take the next 

step in your career? We are seeking a passionate educator to join our forward-thinking team and help 

shape an exciting and dynamic DT curriculum for our students. KEVICC has a long tradition of delivering exceptional learning opportunities in design. With leadership in DT stepping down after a careers 

spanning more than three decades with us, we are keen to see this established culture both nurtured 

and grown.

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner who can deliver engaging, innovative lessons across 

Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, fostering a love of design, problem-solving and practical creativity. The successful candidate will be committed to high standards, strong classroom practice and continuous improvement. KEVICC has strong design numbers at GCSE and A Level. 

For the right candidate, there is the potential to take on a leadership role within the department—

supporting curriculum development, leading student-facing projects and mentoring colleagues as we 

continue to nurture and grow our provision.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about Design Technology and the role it plays in empowering young people

• Has strong subject knowledge in one or more areas (e.g., Product Design, Engineering, Food, Textiles, 

Graphics, Resistant Materials)

• Can deliver lessons that are both challenging and accessible

• Values practical, hands-on learning and is confident using workshop tools, machinery, and/or digital 

technologies

• Is reflective, ambitious, and keen to contribute to wider school improvement

• Is open to leading others and taking on additional responsibility as the department expands

We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative and innovative department

• Modern facilities and well-resourced workshops

• Ongoing professional development and leadership training

• The opportunity to help shape a growing Design Technology provision

• A school culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, professional growth, and creative teaching

How to Apply

If you are a motivated DT specialist who is excited by the opportunity to inspire the next generation of 

designers, makers and problem-solvers—and are open to future leadership opportunities—we would 

love to hear from you.

KEVICC, as we are widely known, is situated in the South Hams town of Totnes, serving a wide and varied area. You can get a glimpse of what we are about via the website, Instagram (@kevicc.totnes) and 

YouTube (KEVICC Totnes).

We would welcome and always encourage prospective candidates to get in touch ahead of application. 

To do so, email our Principal Alan Salt: alan.salt@kingedwardvi.org.uk

Teacher of Design Technology Full Time Permanent

MPS / UPS with potential TLR

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Degree in a Design Technology–related discipline (e.g., Product Design, Engineering, Materials, 

Graphics, Food, Textiles).

• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to teaching and DT.

Experience

• Successful teaching experience across at least one Key Stage, with the ability to teach Key Stages 3, 

4 and 5.

• Experience of delivering creative, practical lessons using workshop tools, machinery and/or digital 

technologies.

• Demonstrated ability to raise achievement and inspire engagement in DT.

• Experience of contributing to curriculum planning or departmental development.

• Evidence of initiative-taking within a team or department.

Ability to support and coach colleagues.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong subject knowledge in at least one DT specialism, with the ability to contribute more broadly 

across the curriculum.

• Ability to design and deliver high-quality, challenging and accessible lessons.

• Confident and safe use of workshop equipment, tools, materials and digital design technologies.

• Strong classroom management and behaviour-for-learning skills.

• Ability to assess student progress effectively and provide high-quality feedback.

Competence in supporting practical, hands-on learning in a safe, organised environment.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about Design Technology and its role in developing creative, confident young people.

• Positive, reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Collaborative, supportive team member.

• High expectations for student achievement and personal conduct.

• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and promoting the wellbeing of all students

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.