Teacher of Design & Technology
| Posting date: | 06 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 November 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE3 8SY |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0a5d666f-10c6-434b-ad92-d228cf534eb3 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Leigh Academy Blackheath is looking for an inspiring Teacher of Design and Technology to join us from January 2026.
Are you an exceptional teacher ready to deliver high-quality, practical, and creative learning? We want someone who can truly ignite a passion for design, making, and innovation in our students.
If you are passionate about research-informed education, can inspire students to tinker, innovate, and seek what they don't yet know, then apply today!
While the ability to teach across Food Technology, Product Design, and Textiles is preferred, it is not essential.This is preferably a full-time role, however, we are happy to consider applications for a four-day-a-week timetable.
Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity.
What the school offers its staff
Whether you're an experienced professional or a newly qualified teacher (NQT), we offer fantastic professional development to support you at every stage of your career.
We are committed to providing every student with an enriching education that challenges them, equips them with vital problem-solving skills, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning and creation.
Further details about the role
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 245.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
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.
Leigh Academy Blackheath is looking for an inspiring Teacher of Design and Technology to join us from January 2026.
Are you an exceptional teacher ready to deliver high-quality, practical, and creative learning? We want someone who can truly ignite a passion for design, making, and innovation in our students.
If you are passionate about research-informed education, can inspire students to tinker, innovate, and seek what they don't yet know, then apply today!
While the ability to teach across Food Technology, Product Design, and Textiles is preferred, it is not essential.This is preferably a full-time role, however, we are happy to consider applications for a four-day-a-week timetable.
Please note that interviews will be held on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity.
What the school offers its staff
Whether you're an experienced professional or a newly qualified teacher (NQT), we offer fantastic professional development to support you at every stage of your career.
We are committed to providing every student with an enriching education that challenges them, equips them with vital problem-solving skills, and nurtures a lifelong love of learning and creation.
Further details about the role
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 245.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
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.