Design Technology Teacher

Full Job Description

At OFG Education we believe in creating a better work life balance!

Role:  Design Technology Teacher
Location:  Jubilee School, Waterlooville PO7 7RE
Salary:  £40,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours:  40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our team and help transform the lives of young people through creative, hands-on learning. This is more than teaching Design & Technology it's about giving students the confidence, resilience and life skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ambitious professional looking for your next challenge, you'll become part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration and high-quality teaching.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging, creative and inclusive lessons that inspire every learner to achieve their full potential.
• Plan, teach and assess a broad and exciting Design & Technology curriculum, adapting learning to meet individual needs, including those with SEND.
• Create a safe, stimulating and well-resourced learning environment where curiosity and practical problem-solving thrive.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress, celebrate achievement and provide targeted support for students who need it most.
• Develop students' literacy, numeracy, digital and employability skills through meaningful Design & Technology projects.
• Promote independence, resilience, teamwork and confidence through practical learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues and external agencies to support outstanding outcomes.
• Contribute to wider school life, curriculum development and continuous school improvement.

About You

• PgCert Education or equivalent with DT Experience required
• Delivers consistently high-quality teaching and has high expectations for every student.
• Can engage and motivate learners with diverse needs and abilities.
• Understands the importance of inclusive education and effective differentiation.
• Is a reflective practitioner who is committed to continual professional development.
• Driving licence required 

About Our School

Jubilee School is an independent special school in Waterlooville, supporting students aged 5–16 with SEMH and complex needs. We provide a nurturing, safe, and motivating environment where every child is empowered to learn, grow, and achieve. Our personalised, flexible curriculum combines academic, vocational, and life skills pathways to prepare students for a confident and fulfilling future. With high staff-to-student ratios and a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-focused approach, we ensure each child is supported to reach their full potential. At Jubilee, kindness, courage, and learning come together to help every student thrive.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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