Teacher of Design Technology
Wreake Valley Academy
Permanent
Full Time - 100%
MPS/UPS
Start Date: 24th August 2026
Application Close Date: 9am, Monday 18th May 2026
Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 20th May 2025
Do you have what it takes to nurture today’s young people and inspire tomorrow’s leaders?
Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding learning and teaching to young people in a disadvantaged community?
If so, becoming a teacher at Bradgate Education Partnership might just be the best career move you ever make?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Wreake Valley Academy as a Teacher of Design and Technology on a full time permanent basis. The successful candidate will possess energy, enthusiasm and desire to inspire a love of Design Technology.
We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and creative who will be responsible for delivering lessons in line with relevant curriculum requirements, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning are maintained at all times, whilst collaborating with the wider Technology faculty to sustain and raise class achievement to an outstanding level.
This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Wreake Valley Academy, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high-quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.
The ideal candidate will:
• Hold QTS status
• Possess excellent subject knowledge with the ability to articulate their expertise within their teaching
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders
• Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses student’s learning and achievements
• Be a team player – whilst it is important as a secondary school teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount to the role
Applications
Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:
To apply for this position:
1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy
2. Apply using the online application form
3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position
We look forward to receiving your application!
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.