Job Description

Job Title: Design and Technology Teacher

Salary:

32,916 to 45,352 (Dependent on Experience)

Working Hours:

Full time or 0.8FTE, Term Time Only

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Fordham, Cambridge

ECTs Welcome

Are you an experienced and qualified Design and Technology Teacher looking for a new role within a growing education provision in Fordham, Ely, Cambridge? Look no further In toto ed has a fantastic opportunity to join our In toto ed team in making a real difference to our students lives.

We are passionate about unlocking each student's potential by offering an alternative to mainstream education. Our vision is for every student to feel safe and happy, achieve their potential, and have a bright future.

We teach in small groups with a dedicated and experienced teaching team, ensuring that each student receives individual attention and care. We create individual learning packages to support our students' needs.

Main Duties

Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Design and Technology lessons across KS3-Post-16, covering Product Design, Food Preparation and Nutrition, Life Skills cookery, and Multi-Trade (woodwork). Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records and setting clear learning targets. Manage classroom behaviour effectively, creating a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment. Develop curriculum materials, contribute to schemes of work, and support departmental planning. Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and external partners to enhance learning and vocational opportunities. Undertake pastoral responsibilities, including acting as a form tutor and supporting student wellbeing. Contribute to the wider school community through enrichment activities and whole-school initiatives. Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and equal opportunity policies. Participate in meetings, professional development, and performance management processes.
A full list of duties can be found in the job description

About You

Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of Design Technology across Product Design, Food Preparation and Nutrition, and vocational qualifications including Multi-Trade (woodwork focus). Ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated, and well-structured lessons across KS3-4 and post-16 Life Skills cookery. Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with students, parents, carers, and colleagues. Proficient in using a range of assessment methods to monitor student progress and inform future planning. Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to share best practice with the wider school team. Willing to submit an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS). Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant qualification/experience. Complete Child Protection Training. Promote and safeguard the welfare of all children and young person's they are responsible for, or come into contact with.

What We Can Offer

Unlimited access to an award winning CPD platform Term time only (39 weeks including 5 inset days)

Fully funded Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Qualification for all staff

Fully funded enhanced DBS Accredited support through QTLS Training grants for qualifications, including NPQ, NPQSL and NASENCO Access to extensive professional development opportunities Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking Health Assured EAP programme which includes varied types of counselling, 24/7, 365 confidential helpline, mental health crisis phone support Access to my healthy advantage app which includes: wellness plans, rewards including discounts with a variety of retailers including travel agents and gyms Bonus for staff with 100% attendance to work (per academic year) Small class groups Employee recognition and service awards Casual Dress Code Company pension Free Specsavers eye test Work Laptop or MacBook provided Free tea and coffee Bonus for referring a friend to In Toto Ed Enhanced paternity and maternity leave Wellbeing leave Blue Light Card Free teacher planner
In Toto Ed are committed to safeguarding and expect everyone who works in our school (and visitors to our school) to share this commitment. We take all safeguarding and welfare concerns seriously and encourage our pupils to talk to us about any worries they may have. We will always act in the best interests of the child. The successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,916.00-45,352.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person