IKB Academy is seeking a motivated teacher of Design and Technology to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire creativity in our learners. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a teacher of Design Technology to join a large and well-resourced curriculum team. Design Technology is extremely popular at both GCSE and A Level, offering a wide range of subjects including product design, textiles, food, art, engineering, construction, creative technology and child development.
Each subject area consists of specialist rooms with high-quality resources and access to a dedicated computer suite. You will join a supportive team of experienced teachers and three technicians who help create an environment where staff feel welcomed and valued.
About You
A driven and well-qualified teacher (ECTs welcome)
Able to teach product design (essential)
Innovative, creative and eager to contribute ideas
Committed to delivering engaging Schemes of Learning
Able to build strong and positive relationships with students and colleagues
Our Culture and Offer
We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At IKB Academy, you will find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.
All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.
How to Apply
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Closing date: 22nd February 2026
Interviews: To be held shortly after closing date
Role information: Start date: 1st September 2026, Full time, Permanent
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Safeguarding
Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.
Equal Opportunities
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting every member of staff to reach their full potential.
Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.
Equal Opportunities:
At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve