Design Technology and Engineering Teacher

University Collegiate School, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL3 5AG

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  1 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Engineering, Design and technology
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Mainscale to UPR
• Additional allowances:

  Mainscale to UPR

Design Technology and Engineering Teacher job summary

QUEST Academy Trust invites you to join our expanding team at University Collegiate School (UCS), Bolton, where you will inspire pupils from Key Stage 3 through to A Level and BTEC. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant and supportive learning community that values creativity, innovation, and personal growth.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Design Technology and Engineering at UCS, you will:

Deliver an engaging, broad, and relevant Design Technology curriculum from Year 7 to Year 13, including GCSE, A Level, and BTEC pathways.

Inspire pupils through creative and practical lessons that develop critical thinking and real-world skills in our state-of-the-art workshops, computer suites, and food rooms.

Play a key role in shaping the department’s strategic vision, curriculum development, and enrichment activities.

Foster a culture of high expectations, excellent behaviour, and academic achievement.

Collaborate with colleagues across the Trust and engage with parents and external partners to enhance pupil progress and opportunities.

Support the Trust’s specialism in Engineering and facilitate employer engagement to prepare pupils for future careers.

Contribute as a Form Tutor, supporting pupils’ personal development, wellbeing, and life skills.You will join a team committed to innovation and continuous improvement, with opportunities to develop your professional skills through tailored training, mentoring, and leadership pathways.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated professional who:

Has excellent subject knowledge and a passion for Design Technology and Engineering.

Is committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive teaching that meets the needs of all pupils.

Demonstrates strong classroom management and the ability to motivate and challenge learners.

Embraces collaboration and values working as part of a wider team.

Is passionate about their own professional growth and shares best practice with colleagues.

Is aligned with QUEST’s vision and values, committed to nurturing young people’s potential.

Has a proven track record of effective teaching and a desire to inspire pupils to pursue STEM and engineering careers.

If you are excited to make a lasting impact on young lives and be part of a forward-thinking Trust, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

Wellness Day: An additional day of leave to focus on your wellbeing and return refreshed

A supportive and inclusive working environment within a Trust dedicated to excellence and care.

Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities tailored to your career aspirations.

The chance to work in a modern, well-resourced secondary and sixth form school with excellent facilities.

The opportunity to contribute to a Trust that values innovation, partnership, and community engagement.

Comprehensive CPD: Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

A welcoming, supportive environment where your contribution truly matters

See our benefits brochure for further details

We warmly welcome visits to UCS to meet the team and see the facilities. To arrange a visit or for any queries, please contact the school office on 01204 928700.

Are you ready to join QUEST Academy Trust and play a vital role in shaping the futures of our young people? Apply today and be part of a remarkable educational journey from Early Years to Employment.

QUEST Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Empower. Inspire. Achieve. Together at QUEST.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About University Collegiate School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 604 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: University Collegiate School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/university-collegiate-school

Join the University Collegiate School – Shape the Future of Education!

Are you a passionate and visionary curriculum leader ready to make a lasting impact? UCS invites you to become a key part of our vibrant family, leading curriculum development and embedding the unique UTC ethos across all key stages at University Collegiate School (UCS), Bolton. This is a rare opportunity to inspire young people from ages 11 to 19 within a Trust that values character, community, and academic excellence.

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