Subject Lead of Design Technology - Great Torrington School
- North Devon, Devon, Torridge
- Full Time
- MPS - UPS +,TLR2a
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Required for September 2026
We have an exciting opportunity to develop our Design Technology and Catering departments as we pursue our future ambitions for the school. You will join an ambitious and developing team, committed to ensuring that our pupils experience a challenging, dynamic, and rewarding technology curriculum.
We are looking to appoint a full time Subject Lead of Design Technology. The ability and experience to teach engineering at GCSE would be advantageous. Applicants who can teach across all disciplines within the Technology curriculum would be welcome to apply and this can be discussed at interview.
You will be part of a thriving department within a successful school, located in the heart of beautiful North Devon, close to the coast. The successful candidate will be able to confidently teach across Key Stage 3 and GCSE at Key Stage 4. Applications from ECTs are welcome.
These are permanent posts.
We offer
- A permanent position in a developing department
- Teaching from Key Stages 3 and 4
- Friendly, supportive, and professional colleagues
- Excellent CPD training including a comprehensive induction programme
- A personal laptop
You will have/ will be
- A passionate and highly motivated teacher
- Able to demonstrate a track record of successful outcomes through your teaching
- Committed to inspiring high achievement in all young people
- An effective thinker with intellectual curiosity and rigour
- A generous and committed team member, willing to contribute beyond the classroom
Please contact Joanna Pateman jpateman@gts.devon.sch.uk or by phone 01805 623531 extension 230 to arrange a visit to the school.
Great Torrington School is a successful and popular 11-16 school. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An online check will be performed on all shortlisted candidates. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Criminal Record Check. We are an equal opportunities employer. A copy of our safeguarding policy can be found on the school website www.gts.devon.sch.uk
Please download an application pack and application form from the school website Great Torrington School - Home. Alternatively, contact the Headteacher’s PA, Jo Pateman, by phone on Ext 230 or e-mail for a pack.
Closing Date: Friday 24th April 2026 at 9am.
Interview Date: Friday 1st May 2026.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationNorth DevonDevonTorridge
- Work Postcode
EX38 7DJ
- Reference
AC6270
- Occupational GroupTeaching - Secondary
- Salary Details
MPS - UPS +,TLR2a
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum
- Closing Date
23/04/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes