Farnborough Hill - Teacher of Design and Technology

Summary

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and talented part-time teacher of Design and Technology from January 2027, to teach throughout the School to GCSE and A level

Detail

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and talented part-time teacher of Design and Technology from January 2027, to teach throughout the School to GCSE and A level. The department further enhances the girls’ experiences by offering many co-curricular opportunities, visiting exhibitions and museums to broaden knowledge and understanding of design in today’s world. We run a number of STEM Clubs and provide support for our Arkwright Engineering Scholars. The GCSE and A Level Design and Technology course is currently taught using the AQA specification, as is the GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition course. Years 10 and 11 are taught in mixed ability groups. The department has a well-resourced workshop with CAD/CAM facilities and a computer suite to support learning. We expect the majority of pupils will gain Grades A* - B at A level and Grades 9 – 5 at GCSE.

This is an opportunity to work in a highly regarded and successful girls’ independent school with motivated pupils and a very supportive ethos. This part-time post is suitable for an enthusiastic and talented teacher or a returner to the profession. The successful applicant will be able to teach DT (Product Design) up to and including A level. The ability to offer some Art and Design as a supporting subject would be desirable.

Salary according to qualifications and experience on Farnborough Hill’s own pay scale.

Farnborough Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate DBS Code of Practice check.

Further information about the School can be found on our website. www.farnborough-hill.org

If you require any further information about this post or the School please telephone Mel Clark, the Headmistress’s PA, in the first instance, on 01252 545197.

To apply please complete the Application Form, which is available from our website, and submit it to the Headmistress via email to hmsec@farnborough-hill.org

Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

Closing Date: 9.00 am on Tuesday 1 September 2026 – however if interested in applying for the role please submit your application as early as possible as it will be considered upon receipt

Interviews: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis or during w/c Monday 7 September 2026, and may take place prior to the closing date

Start Date: January 2027

Documents

• Teacher of DT Job Descripton - July 2026 PDF Document
• Teacher of DT Job Details - July 2026 PDF Document