Teacher of Design Technology
Title: Teacher of Design Technology
Grade: MPS / UPS
Contract: 32.5 Hours Per Week
Bruntcliffe Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to the role of Teacher of Design Technology. This role is of great importance to our work as an Academy. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and inspiring students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to achieve their full potential in this critically important subject; this is likely to include teaching Food Technology and Textiles, as well as aspects of Product Design and Graphics.We would be interested in hearing from candidates with different technology specialisms. This opportunity is open to both Early Career Teachers and more experienced colleagues.
Potential applicants should:
Be either:
- A trainee teacher who is successfully completing placement(s) teaching at KS3 & KS4 (applicants currently in training).
or:
- A colleague with a successful record of teaching with strong examination results at one or more of KS3 & KS4 (applicants who have already gained Qualified Teacher Status).
Applicants should also have:
- A detailed knowledge of current developments in education including the effective use of the Pupil Premium.
- The ability to put vision into practice.
What we offer you:
As a trust, we want to ensure that professionals at every stage in their career have the opportunity to enjoy expert support and training. We are pleased to offer a generous benefits package to our team – as we work together to create a rewarding future for all including:
- Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
- A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers.
- £2k Cycle to work scheme.
About us:
Bruntcliffe Academy is proud to be one of the highest performing schools in the country with students securing outcomes in the top 10% of schools nationally in 2023. Five Core values define Bruntcliffe Academy’s ethos: Community, Productivity, Inclusivity, Integrity and Ambition.Embracing these values enables our students to flourish in an environment which cultivates intellectual enquiry and is one free from cynicism. Our students are encouraged to play an active part within the academy and local community, shaping their experience and forging a path of excellence for all.
If you would like to know more about our academy, please visit our website at Bruntcliffe Academy or contact recruitment@bruntcliffe.leeds.sch.uk.
How to Apply:
If you are as excited about this role as we are, you can download the Job Description, Person Specification, and Application Form from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs), request them by email at
recruitment@bruntcliffe.leeds.sch.uk or call us on 0113 252 3225.
Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.
Closing date for applications: 13 June 2025, 9.00amInterviews will take place: Week commencing 16 June 2025
We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check.We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of our city region.
The GORSE Academies Trust uses ‘OnlineSCR’ for the processing of safeguarding checks – their privacy notice can be seen at: https://onlinescr.co.uk/policies/privacy-policy/.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.