Teacher of Design Technology
Closing in 11 days (19 June 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Teachers’ Pay Scale MPS/UPS
Employer: Sexeys School (Quantock Education Trust)
Location: Bruton, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 19 June 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
Teachers’ Pay Scale MPS/UPS
0.8FTE, Permanent
Required from September 2026
We are looking for applications from experienced Design and Technology Teachers, ECTs will be considered.
What will I be doing?
If you have a determination to be exceptional in all that you do to make a difference to young people’s lives we would love to hear from you!
We are seeking an innovative and inspirational Design Technology Teacher to join our dedicated Art, Design and Technology Department. The team is supportive and passionate about collaboration and sharing good practice. It is important that you bring energy, drive, and a genuine commitment to helping pupils learn independently and achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher, have a passion for learning and a conscientious commitment to challenging and inspiring students to maximise their achievement.
We are looking for applications from experienced Design and Technology Teachers, ECTs will be considered.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Design Technology at Sexey’s School follows the AQA exam board specification and benefits from excellent facilities and resources, including a 3D printer and laser cutter. The successful candidate will also work closely with an experienced DT technician, providing valuable support within the department.
What is in it for me?
Our students are a pleasure to teach, they are motivated, articulate and respectful and we pride ourselves on our strong staff–student relationships. We are a caring community and were proud to be named by the Sunday Times as the ‘happiest school in Somerset’ in 2025 (Ofsted data 2020-2025).
Sexey’s School has a strong team of staff who are caring, supportive and working with a ‘determination to be exceptional in all that we do’. We can offer you membership of a highly inclusive learning community which promotes collaboration and a sense of pride and identity, as well as professional development through bespoke career planning.
DBS check
DBS check required.
Supporting documents and information
Visits to the school and Trust are welcomed and encouraged.
Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment
Closing date: 9am on 19 June 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Early applications are strongly encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate before the above dates.
The Quantock Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
The advertised post is subject to a teaching and learning observation interview, an enhanced DBS check References, Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.
For application details and further information please visit: www.quantockedtrust.co.uk
email: QETrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk
Durleigh Road, Bridgwater, TA6 7HW
To view the Job Description, Person Specification and to apply please click here.
For vacancies at Sexey’s School and all other schools within the Quantock Education Trust, and for details of the application process, please visit the Quantock Education Trust Vacancies page.
If you have any questions about any of the vacancies advertised or would like to speak to someone about working at Sexey’s School, please contact the HR Department on email: QETrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk or Tel: 01278 455531
