Design Technology Teacher - Redwood River School
- Devon, South Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £32,916 - £45,352 (based on experience)
The Old Postern isn’t just beautiful - it’s deeply rooted in the values of learning, sustainability and holistic development. For educators, it’s a unique opportunity to work in a setting where the physical environment supports the emotional, academic and social wellbeing of every student.
Redwood River School is looking for a Design Technology Teacher to join our wonderful independent SEN school. Our new school is based at the Old Postern, a breathtakingly beautiful medieval building steeped in history and surrounded by the tranquil natural beauty of the South Devon countryside.
As part of our exciting journey, we’re delighted to offer a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced Design Technology Teacher to join our brand-new team at Redwood River School. This is more than just a job - it’s a rare chance to help shape something from the very beginning.
As a Design Technology Teacher, you’ll:
• Provide the highest quality of education, care and preparation for life for all students in the school.
• Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students with support from teaching staff.
• Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students.
• Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• Contribute to raising standards of student attainment and behaviour, and share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
What you’ll be doing:
• Develop and implement policies for Design and Technology in line with our school’s commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Promote the subject, its importance and the value that it brings across the school.
• Have a good understanding of how well the subject is being delivered and the impact it has on pupil achievement.
• Promote pupils’ spiritual, moral, social, cultural, physical and mental development alongside British values in the teaching of the subject.
• Consult pupils, parents and staff about the subject and its effectiveness, and assess the feedback against the school’s values, visions and aims.
• Work with the special educational needs co-ordinator (SENCO) to ensure the curriculum matches the needs of different pupils, such as disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• Promote careers education through the subject and ensure that teaching and learning illustrates how the subject might lead to career opportunities.
• Use additional staff in the subject area to ensure there is a framework for deployments and that teaching assistants are deployed effectively.
Why you’ll love it here:
• A school culture that values creativity, flexibility and care.
• A compassionate, experienced and forward-thinking team.
• Real scope to shape practice and be part of something new.
What we’re looking for:
• Experience and skills in general maintenance, gardening and small-scale construction.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with commitment to maintaining safety, quality and high standards of care within the working environment.
Ready to apply?
We can’t wait to hear from you! If you’d love a role where you can work, and truly make a difference, apply today and become a valued part of the Redwood River School family.
Safeguarding Information
As part of our Safer Recruitment process, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of Right to Work in the UK and satisfactory references will be required prior to any formal offer of employment. The school’s Child Protection Policy can be found on the school website.
To apply, please visit Careers & Vacancies | Join Redwood River School's Teaching Team and click on current vacancies.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. To avoid disappointment, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationDevonSouth Devon
- Work Postcode
The Old Postern, Dartington Estate, South Devon
- Reference
KH4228
- Occupational GroupTeaching - Special & Other
- Salary Details
£32,916 - £45,352 (based on experience)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimeTerm Time
- Hours
40 hours per week
- Closing Date
13/03/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes