Teacher of Technology

Dyke House Sports and Technology College, Hartlepool, TS24 8NQ

26 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1st September 2026 (or as soon as possible near to that start date)

• Closing date

  21 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  26 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Design and technology
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours Teacher hours
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 – UPS3 (£32,916 - £51,048 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Dyke House Academy is seeking a passionate Teacher of D&T and Engineering who can bridge creative design with practical engineering principles. In this role, you will be a vital role model, inspiring students to think like inventors, manufacturers, and engineers.

You will manage a dynamic, hands-on workshop environment, delivering a curriculum that demands both technical precision and academic literacy. NET supports continuous career progression (MPS1 to UPS3), expecting teachers to deepen their subject scholarship and technical expertise over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire Engineering Minds:Establish a safe, stimulating workshop environment rooted in mutual respect. Set ambitious goals that challenge pupils to solve real-world design and engineering problems.
• Deliver Technical Rigor:Take accountability for students' progress and outcomes. Cultivate a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, material properties, and engineering mechanics while addressing student misconceptions.
• Workshop Safety & Management:Maintain high expectations of behaviour and strict workshop routines. Ensure machinery, tools, and materials are used safely and effectively to keep students motivated and secure.
• Structured & Creative Lessons:Plan well-structured lessons that optimize workshop time, promote intellectual curiosity, and use targeted out-of-class tasks to extend learning.
• Adaptive Teaching:Adapt your approach to support all learners. Understand how physical, social, and intellectual development impacts a student's ability to grasp technical concepts, making modifications for SEND, high-ability, or EAL pupils.
• Data-Driven Assessment:Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and target gaps. Provide regular, accurate technical feedback and marking to guide student improvement.
• Professional Collaboration:Develop strong working relationships with colleagues, deploy workshop technicians/support staff effectively, and communicate student achievements to parents

Requirements & Conduct

• Qualifications:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent with a specialization in D&T or Engineering.
• Professional Image:Consistently meet national Teaching Standards, maintaining excellent attendance, punctuality, and professional boundaries.
• Core Values:Uphold public trust, protect student well-being, and promote fundamental British values.
• Compliance:Strictly adhere to Academy policies, GDPR, and data protection regulations.

What the school offers its staff

Northern Education Trust offers:

• The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
• The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
• The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
• A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
• A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.

Employee benefits

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• High quality continuous professional development
• Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Dyke House Sports and Technology College

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Dyke House Sports and Technology College website
• Email address: a.thompson1@northerneducationtrust.org
• Phone number: 01429 266377
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dyke-house-sports-and-technology-college-hartlepool

Arranging a visit to Dyke House Sports and Technology College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email a.thompson1@northerneducationtrust.org.

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