Job Description

'Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds?'

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and inspirational Design and Technology teacher. We are looking for someone with a 'can-do' attitude and a passion for doing whatever it takes to ensure our students receive the best possible education. Beyond that, we are looking for an individual who demonstrates the potential to excel in their role.

Joining our Design and Technology department means becoming a valued member of a well-resourced, friendly, and exceptionally talented teams. Our staff are not only successful and committed but also known for going the 'extra mile' to support and inspire our students.

This is a 1 FTE permanent contract.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

Has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students. Will make a difference in changing children's life chances. Has the skills and abilities to support children of all abilities and personal needs. Can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative. Has the ability to form effective relationships with students and parents/carers.

The Kings School

As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, The King's School boasts a rich heritage where tradition meets the future with confidence and excitement. With a reputation for incredibly high standards and excellence, it is currently the highest performing school in the authority, with the strongest attendance also. Every student is encouraged and championed to develop great potential and to live out our values and ethos. The King's School is an environment where careers flourish and where each child is embraced as exceptional, individual and talented beyond measure.

For more insight, please watch our short promotional film, which asks the question, 'Where will King's take you?'

https://vimeo.com/1113890522?share=copy#t=0

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primary and two secondary schools. Our mission is to run high-quality, high-achieving schools that give our children and young people the chances in life they deserve.

We are proud of the exceptional progress our schools are making. At Key Stage 2, our primary outcomes are 24% above the national average, with five of our seven primaries ranked in the top 5% nationally for combined outcomes. In the last 12 months alone, three of our primary schools - Carleton Park, Larks Hill, and Halfpenny Lane - were rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Our secondary schools also continue to deliver strong outcomes. Key Stage 4 results in English, Maths and Science are consistently well above the national average, and both schools received successful Ofsted visits in 2022 and 2024.

We take pride in our workplace culture and the strength of our team. In our 2025 Staff Survey with Edurio, we received outstanding feedback, earning three awards based on national data from the 2024/25 academic year:

National: Trust Value Award - Excellence

Regional: Staff Choice Award (Larks Hill Junior & Infant School)

Regional: Trust Benefit School Award (De Lacy Primary School)

These awards reflect the culture we've built - one where staff feel valued, listened to, and part of something meaningful.

Looking ahead, we've recently announced an exciting development, a proposed merger with Ark Schools, planned for September 2026. This step reflects our ambition to grow, never settle, and to do what's right for our pupils, staff, and community. This change will bring even stronger support, greater collaboration, and more opportunities. We're excited for what's ahead and we hope that you'll consider joining us as we continue to grow.

What we offer

We're passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing. For the

2025/26 academic year

, we will be providing staff with

three Everyday Development (EDD) days

. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals. Generous employer pension- (Teacher Pension Fund). Laptop. Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance Cycle to work scheme Blue Light card Discounted gym membership Free eyecare via Specsavers Childcare vouchers Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters) Discounts at numerous retailers including O2 Free flu vaccinations

Key Dates

Application Deadline: 10:00am, Friday 21st November 2025 Interview Date: TBD Start Date: 13/04/26 or before

Application Process

Complete an application form via our website Complete the attached Examination results form that is required for this role. Attach the document in the 'Additional Information and Documents' section of your application within SamPeople Recruit

Important Links

Pontefract Academies Trust Website

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028

The King's School Website

Contact Information

Tel: 01977 601701 Email: recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,916.00-51,048.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/11/2025
Reference ID: SCH-PAT-0695