Teacher of Design & Technology

Are you passionate about supporting students in a creative and technical learning environment? Do you have experience in engineering, woodworking, or CAD/CAM technologies? Brymore Academy is seeking a dynamic and committed Teacher of Design & Technology to join our Design & Technology department.

Location: Brymore Academy

Grade: Qualified Teachers Pay Scale

Permanent, full-time

Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged set in its own 60-acre site with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities.

We are ambitious, inclusive, and collaborative. Every role contributes to student success, and we are proud to be a values-driven organisation.

The Role

As a Teacher of DT, you will:

• Deliver engaging and innovative lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan, assess, and report on student progress, ensuring high standards of learning.
• Create a positive, caring classroom ethos and maintain an attractive learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to departmental and whole-school initiatives.
• Support students with diverse needs, including SEN and EAL learners.
• Uphold the Trust s safeguarding and wellbeing standards.

What We re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching DT at KS3 and KS4.
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a commitment to inclusive education.
• Are enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Are confident in using ICT and interactive technologies in the classroom.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience supporting SEN and EAL students.
• Willingness to lead or support extra-curricular activities.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

You ll need to be accurate, reliable, and flexible, with the ability to work in a busy, hands-on environment. Physical effort and high concentration are essential due to the nature of the equipment and materials.

What we offer:

• Generous local government pension scheme with employer contributions of over 23%
• Employee Reward Scheme, including high-street discounts & Staff Wellbeing Centre
• Free on-site parking

Closing date for applications: Sunday 17 th May 2026 at 11:59pm

Interview date: Wednesday 20 th May 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.