Teacher of Design and Technology
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | MPS/UPS (Outer London) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 April 2026 |
| Location: | Welling, DA16 1LB |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3359 |
Summary
Job Advert
Teacher of Design and Technology
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Scale: MPS/UPS (Outer London)
Appointment: Full Time, Permanent
About Us: Our vision is simple – to ensure that all of our students achieve beyond our expectations and thrive as confident
learners with the highest aspirations, ready for a bright and successful future and ready for the world in which they will work
and live. We are relentless in our pursuit of the very best for all our students. We understand challenges but do not accept them
as limitations. Welling School is an all ability, co-educational 11-18 school, located in the London borough of Bexley. As well as
serving our local community we welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds and areas. Each of them bringing their own
part to make up the Welling School Community. We are proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) which is one of the
largest Multi Academy Trusts in South East England with over 40 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT family. We are an
ambitious school on a transformational journey to excellence and are always looking for excellent potential colleagues to come and
help us achieve the very best for our students. See our website for further information about the school
www.wellingschool-tkat.org
The Role: We are looking for a talented and dedicated teacher to join our committed team. Our Design and Technology department
goes from strength to strength. Our shared expectations are high and students value the subject meaning they enjoy their learning;
they make us proud every day. We are keen to hear from enthusiastic and ambitious teachers, passionate about their subject and who
can clearly see why it has a critical part to play in the curriculum. The length of your experience as a teacher is less important
to us than your ability to motivate and inspire. Our new colleague will have an unstinting belief that every young person,
whatever their starting point, can make and sustain exceptional progress and that our purpose is to change lives. We are excited
to receive applications from newly qualified teachers ready to start a brilliant new career with us and take advantage of our
bespoke approach to professional induction just as much as more experienced colleagues looking for their next step. We are
flexible and committed to appointing the right person for our students and therefore would consider what else the right candidate
could bring to our ambitious learning community. You will have access to on-going development opportunities and the support of a
forward thinking, successful multi-academy trust.
You will be joining a well-led, supportive and cohesive team of professionals who will do whatever it takes to help you to succeed
in your new and exciting role. Staff working at Welling benefit from easy transport links across London, Kent and the south east
as well as a two week October half term. As well as having a passion for young people and their futures our colleague will: be a
passionate specialist with strong subject knowledge across Design Technology and Engineering have the ability to inspire students
through inquiry-based learning and hands-on projects. demonstrate a "can-do" attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
be an inclusive practitioner who adapts teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND be a dynamic and
creative professional with a desire for students to achieve beyond expectation be an ambitious classroom practitioner with high
standards and excellent subject knowledge be resilient and not afraid to seek and offer support when it is needed bring an
unwavering commitment to doing whatever it takes have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both
students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly ambitious team of staff and make a real impact on our
students’ lives.
The successful candidate will have the chance to teach across the full age and ability range.
Contact Information: Informal discussions with the Headteacher and/or visits are actively encouraged. If you would like an
informal and confidential discussion about the role and to arrange a visit to the school please email
recruitment@wellingschool-tkat.org
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received. The job posting might be removed before the official deadline if a
suitable candidate is found so applying promptly is crucial. If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing
date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
Teacher of Design and Technology
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Scale: MPS/UPS (Outer London)
Appointment: Full Time, Permanent
About Us: Our vision is simple – to ensure that all of our students achieve beyond our expectations and thrive as confident
learners with the highest aspirations, ready for a bright and successful future and ready for the world in which they will work
and live. We are relentless in our pursuit of the very best for all our students. We understand challenges but do not accept them
as limitations. Welling School is an all ability, co-educational 11-18 school, located in the London borough of Bexley. As well as
serving our local community we welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds and areas. Each of them bringing their own
part to make up the Welling School Community. We are proud to be part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) which is one of the
largest Multi Academy Trusts in South East England with over 40 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT family. We are an
ambitious school on a transformational journey to excellence and are always looking for excellent potential colleagues to come and
help us achieve the very best for our students. See our website for further information about the school
www.wellingschool-tkat.org
The Role: We are looking for a talented and dedicated teacher to join our committed team. Our Design and Technology department
goes from strength to strength. Our shared expectations are high and students value the subject meaning they enjoy their learning;
they make us proud every day. We are keen to hear from enthusiastic and ambitious teachers, passionate about their subject and who
can clearly see why it has a critical part to play in the curriculum. The length of your experience as a teacher is less important
to us than your ability to motivate and inspire. Our new colleague will have an unstinting belief that every young person,
whatever their starting point, can make and sustain exceptional progress and that our purpose is to change lives. We are excited
to receive applications from newly qualified teachers ready to start a brilliant new career with us and take advantage of our
bespoke approach to professional induction just as much as more experienced colleagues looking for their next step. We are
flexible and committed to appointing the right person for our students and therefore would consider what else the right candidate
could bring to our ambitious learning community. You will have access to on-going development opportunities and the support of a
forward thinking, successful multi-academy trust.
You will be joining a well-led, supportive and cohesive team of professionals who will do whatever it takes to help you to succeed
in your new and exciting role. Staff working at Welling benefit from easy transport links across London, Kent and the south east
as well as a two week October half term. As well as having a passion for young people and their futures our colleague will: be a
passionate specialist with strong subject knowledge across Design Technology and Engineering have the ability to inspire students
through inquiry-based learning and hands-on projects. demonstrate a "can-do" attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement.
be an inclusive practitioner who adapts teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND be a dynamic and
creative professional with a desire for students to achieve beyond expectation be an ambitious classroom practitioner with high
standards and excellent subject knowledge be resilient and not afraid to seek and offer support when it is needed bring an
unwavering commitment to doing whatever it takes have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both
students and staff. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly ambitious team of staff and make a real impact on our
students’ lives.
The successful candidate will have the chance to teach across the full age and ability range.
Contact Information: Informal discussions with the Headteacher and/or visits are actively encouraged. If you would like an
informal and confidential discussion about the role and to arrange a visit to the school please email
recruitment@wellingschool-tkat.org
Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received. The job posting might be removed before the official deadline if a
suitable candidate is found so applying promptly is crucial. If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing
date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual
experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications
from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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