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Teacher of Design Technology

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Posting date: 30 April 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 May 2026
Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 9PQ
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: ae637cb5-b860-4714-942a-090acf5ca455

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What skills and experience we're looking for

HORNDEAN TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE

Barton Cross, Horndean, Hants. PO8 9PQ

Tel: 023 9259 4325

Website : www.horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

E-mail : vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Julie Summerfield

Teacher of Design Technology MPR/UPR (Full or part -time)

Required September 2026

We would like to invite applications from dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Teachers to work in our innovative, forward-thinking department. We are particularly seeking candidates that have experience teaching GCSE Design and Technology and Art and Design:3D Design but the ability to teach in all Design Technology areas would be advantageous.

This post would suit an ECT or experienced Design Technology Teacher with a passion for this subject. The College has excellent ICT facilities including a dedicated Technology ICT Suite, with various CAD machines including a laser cutter and 3D printer. As a college we are extremely proud of our curriculum offer with Design and Technology at the forefront of this offering 8 different qualifications ensuring that our learners have the best possible offer and chance to study courses that interest and excite them.

HTC is committed to providing the highest quality of learning for all students in every lesson and fully supports staff for their induction and professional development. We have an OFSTED rating of outstanding and good (OFSTED Nov 2024). HTC is a ‘college where students’ academic achievements and their personal development are extremely strong’. Ofsted commented on the personalised education and innovative curriculum, the calm atmosphere and well-behaved students who are highly respectful and have positive attitudes to learning. Staff training, support and welfare were seen to be exceptional. ‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive and appreciate the care and support their children receive’.

The appointed person will be expected to teach at KS3 and 4. They will need to be able to work as part of a vibrant and creative team and play a proactive role in the further development of the department. We comprehensively support all new staff and have tailored programs for ECT’s, staff returning to the profession and those seeking a career change. The College is committed to professional development and will seek, wherever possible, to support staff in their ambitions to further themselves.

The College is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Informal enquiries are welcomed, please contact Jo Elkington, Subject Leader, on jo.elkington@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk.

Further details are available from the College website. Please submit application forms to: vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications: 12 Noon, 11 May 2026

What the school offers its staff

HORNDEAN TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE

Barton Cross, Horndean, Hants. PO8 9PQ

Tel: 023 9259 4325

Website : www.horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

E-mail : vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Julie Summerfield

Teacher of Design Technology MPR/UPR (Full or part -time)

Required September 2026

We would like to invite applications from dynamic, enthusiastic and committed Teachers to work in our innovative, forward-thinking department. We are particularly seeking candidates that have experience teaching GCSE Design and Technology and Art and Design:3D Design but the ability to teach in all Design Technology areas would be advantageous.

This post would suit an ECT or experienced Design Technology Teacher with a passion for this subject. The College has excellent ICT facilities including a dedicated Technology ICT Suite, with various CAD machines including a laser cutter and 3D printer. As a college we are extremely proud of our curriculum offer with Design and Technology at the forefront of this offering 8 different qualifications ensuring that our learners have the best possible offer and chance to study courses that interest and excite them.

HTC is committed to providing the highest quality of learning for all students in every lesson and fully supports staff for their induction and professional development. We have an OFSTED rating of outstanding and good (OFSTED Nov 2024). HTC is a ‘college where students’ academic achievements and their personal development are extremely strong’. Ofsted commented on the personalised education and innovative curriculum, the calm atmosphere and well-behaved students who are highly respectful and have positive attitudes to learning. Staff training, support and welfare were seen to be exceptional. ‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive and appreciate the care and support their children receive’.

The appointed person will be expected to teach at KS3 and 4. They will need to be able to work as part of a vibrant and creative team and play a proactive role in the further development of the department. We comprehensively support all new staff and have tailored programs for ECT’s, staff returning to the profession and those seeking a career change. The College is committed to professional development and will seek, wherever possible, to support staff in their ambitions to further themselves.

The College is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Informal enquiries are welcomed, please contact Jo Elkington, Subject Leader, on jo.elkington@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk.

Further details are available from the College website. Please submit application forms to: vacancies@horndeantc.hants.sch.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications: 12 Noon, 11 May 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Horndean Technology College are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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