Teacher of Design Technology

Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 7EY

31 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  13 March 2026

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: Design and technology
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS | Outer London

Teacher of Design Technology job summary

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form is a World Class School with a strong culture of ambition, creativity and high achievement. We are seeking a well qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Design & Technology to join our thriving and innovative Faculty.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed practitioner to contribute to a successful team that values creativity, collaboration and high-quality teaching. We are looking for a teacher with a genuine passion for their subject and the ability to bring learning to life through engaging and imaginative approaches. We actively promote Design & Technology beyond the classroom and welcome candidates who can enrich our extra curricular offer.

About the Role

Our ideal candidate will be a specialist in the technical principles traditionally associated with Resistant Materials, including timber and metal-based materials, polymers, and electronic and mechanical systems. We currently deliver Product Design and Food Preparation & Nutrition across KS3, KS4 and KS5. Students in Years 7 and 8 follow a carousel model and complete two projects per year, so you may also teach across different areas of DT. We currently follow AQA GCSE Product Design and AQA A Level Product Design, and the ability to teach up to Key Stage 5 is highly desirable.

This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2026. The post is suitable for an ECT, and we offer a well-structured and supportive induction programme.

If you are a passionate teacher who wants to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and supportive school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing date: 9am - 13 April 2026

Why Join Us?

At Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form, you will find:

• A supportive, forward-thinking and values-driven leadership team

• Dedicated colleagues who prioritise professional growth and reflective practice

• A strong culture of learning, achievement and mutual respect

• Opportunities to develop your leadership in a nurturing and aspirational environment

Our Accreditations

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form was judged Outstanding by Ofsted in September 2023. Our recent Challenge Partners Quality Assurance Review recognised us as a Leading School, and we proudly hold World Class School Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to exceptional education and student experience.

Safeguarding and Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our due diligence, shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search of publicly available information, with any concerns discussed at interview. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Tolworth Girls’ School & Sixth Form reserves the right to close this advert early should suitable candidates apply. Early applications are encouraged. Applications are via Eteach; referees may be contacted prior to interview. Interviews are in-person, on-site.

Direct applications only. No recruitment agencies.

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

Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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 Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1486 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tolworth-girls-school-and-sixth-form

Tolworth Girls’ School and Sixth Form is a large over-subscribed comprehensive school in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, London. We have over 1400 student on roll including almost 300 in our mixed gender Sixth Form. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school and are committed to providing an excellent education to the diverse community we serve.

Aims
To provide a secure, nurturing and inspirational learning environment

To develop confident and happy young people who make a positive contribution to our society

To encourage respect for others, resilience and a love of learning in all students

To engender in our students, the skills needed so that they can shape their own future

Ethos
We believe that every student should have the opportunity to achieve their academic potential and realise their dream

We value every student as an individual with their own spiritual, cultural and individual strengths that enrich our school community

We celebrate the achievements of all, encouraging our students to flourish and to value each other

‘Let your light so shine - Be the best you can be’

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