Design Technology Teacher – Secondary

About the Role

Pendle Vale College is seeking an ambitious, dynamic and inspirational Design Technology Teacher to join its dedicated team in Nelson, Lancashire. The successful candidate will teach Design and Technology across KS3 and KS4, delivering purposeful lessons that build pupils’ knowledge, practical skills and confidence.

The role is available from January 2027 or Easter 2027 and offers a full-time, permanent contract. Salary is paid on the MPS/UPS, in line with the applicable teacher pay scale. Applications close at 9am on 16 November 2026.

This opportunity is suitable for early career teachers as well as experienced practitioners. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Use effective teaching and assessment strategies to support pupil progress.

• Maintain high expectations for achievement, behaviour and participation.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the department and wider college.

• Contribute positively to ongoing developments in teaching and learning.

• Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all other relevant pre-employment checks. CVs will not be accepted.

What We Offer

• A full-time, permanent teaching position.

• Salary on the MPS/UPS in line with current applicable pay scales.

• A welcoming opportunity for ECTs and experienced teachers.

• Professional development within a collaborative team of practitioners.

• The opportunity to shape high-quality learning in Design and Technology.

• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and standard maintained-school employment benefits.

About the School

Pendle Vale College is a local authority maintained secondary school serving pupils aged 11 to 16 in Nelson, Lancashire. With approximately 1,046 pupils, the college provides education across KS3 and KS4 and is committed to strong teaching, pupil progress and continuous improvement.

The college places safeguarding at the centre of its work. Recruitment is undertaken in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, with appointments subject to relevant DBS, medical, right-to-work, reference, online and social media, prohibition-from-teaching and other statutory checks.