Teacher of Design Technology
Permanent, Full time
Flexible working options available
Salary: ECT/MPS/UPS according to experience
To start: September 2025
The Bulmershe School are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Design and Technology to inspire our students and help shape the future of our friendly and innovative department. With a holistic curriculum that combines multiple design disciplines, our school fosters creativity, problem-solving and connected thinking, equipping students with skills for success. Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher, you'll thrive in our supportive, collaborative team.
You'll have the chance to teach across Key Stage 3, with opportunities to specialise in GCSE and A-Level Food Preparation and Nutrition, 3D Design, or Design & Technology. Our faculty values teamwork, wellbeing and professional growth, with regular extracurricular trips, events, and a social calendar to connect staff.
At Bulmershe, our GCSE 3D Design results rank in the top 25% nationally, reflecting the dedication of our teachers and students. We are committed to keeping Design and Technology central to our curriculum and welcome your expertise to expand our offer. Join us in shaping a bright future for our students and be part of a school that celebrates creativity and achievement.
Specific duties and responsibilities
- Collaboratively working with the department in generating and refining resources and planning materials
- Actively contribute to the co-curricular programme and broader life of the school The Ideal Candidate will
- Be a talented and enthusiastic Design and Technology teacher with the ability to inspire our students in design & material manipulation
- Have experience of teaching a range of Design and Technology subjects across Key Stages 3 and your specialism at KS4. Prior A-level teaching is desirable
- Have the drive to raise student achievement and add value within Design and Technology curriculum
- Have excellent, up-to-date subject knowledge with a passion for teaching your subject is essential
- Have the confidence to teach all disciplines of Design and Technology including Product Design, Graphics Communication, Textiles and Food and Nutrition at KS3
- Be a form tutor and provide daily pastoral care
Our successful candidates will receive:
- A salary commensurate with experience
- Professional coaching and support to enhance teaching and learning
- Opportunity to teach across the key stages
- Bespoke CPD programme
- A position in a department that prides itself on being supportive
Why join The Bulmershe School
The Bulmershe School is a heavily oversubscribed school which sits at the heart of the community. We are a mixed Corvus Learning Trust Academy school of 1,500 students, who come from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We work closely with our parents, partners and feeder school to achieve the best outcomes for all of our students. We were rated as ‘Good’ in our last OFSTED report and are aiming for Outstanding. With a thriving and expanding 6th form, The Bulmershe School is an ideal environment for any teacher who would like the challenge and opportunity to teach their subject at A-level.
We believe that The Bulmershe is a school where you can really make a difference. To find out more about The Bulmershe School and this specific opportunity, please take a look at the attached vacancy pack. We look forward to your application.
How to Apply
- If you’d like to find out more about role, the school, or to talk to us about options for flexible working call: 0118 935 3353 to arrange to meet us for coffee and a chat
- Ready to apply? Please complete our application form (CVs will not be accepted)
- Email your application and equal opportunities form to the Assistant School Business Manager, Mrs Bagley-Kelly: vbagley@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk
The Bulmershe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references. Note: This job description is not your contract of employment or any part of it. It has been prepared only for the purpose of school organisation and may change either as your contract changes or as the organisation of the school is changed. Nothing will be changed without consultation.