Teacher of Design Technology
Brompton Academy, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 5HT14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September or January considered
Closing date
18 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 June 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,055.00 Annually (Actual)
Teacher of Design Technology job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of DT to join our successful team at Brompton Academy. This role will focus on teaching Design Technology, including Food and Nutrition, helping students develop practical skills, creativity and confidence through engaging theory and practical learning.
Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner looking for your next challenge, you will find a supportive environment where professional growth is valued and encouraged. At Brompton Academy, we believe great teaching changes lives, and we are committed to creating the conditions for teachers to do what they do best: inspire young people and help them succeed.
As a member of our Technology team, you will deliver high-quality lessons that challenge, engage and motivate students across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will encourage curiosity, creativity and independence while supporting students to achieve their full potential. Working alongside dedicated colleagues, you will play an important role in the continued development of the department and contribute to the wider life of the academy. Most importantly, you will be a positive role model who makes a lasting difference to the lives of young people.
Why Join UKAT?
We are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and success of our staff. As part of our team, you will benefit from:
- Benenden Healthcare membership.
- Free access to wellbeing, health and counselling services.
- Free on-site parking and discounted electric vehicle charging.
- Access to our on-site gym facilities.
- Staff Thrive Days in addition to scheduled professional development days.
- Tailored professional learning pathways and trust-wide career opportunities via the UKAT Institute.
- Eye care and hearing care vouchers.
- Free annual flu vaccinations.
- Relocation packages for eligible candidates.
- Interest-free loans and travel loans.
- Excellent transport links, with London and the wider South East within easy reach, or you may benefit from the cycle to work scheme with UKAT.
Located in Medway, Kent, Brompton Academy combines high expectations with a strong sense of community. We welcome applications from colleagues at all stages of their careers who share our commitment to delivering an exceptional education for every student.
UKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than an advertised date if we have received applications that meet the criteria.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Brompton Academy
- School type
- Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1382 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Brompton Academy website
Brompton Academy is an extremely popular oversubscribed academy with a 400+ Adult learner education programme. We have fantastic new buildings, with outstanding facilities, and Apple technologies for all, enabling us to enhance and support cutting edge learning strategies required for continuous improvement. Brompton Academy is proud of its comprehensive website and would encourage applicants to visit for further
information.
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