Design Technology Teacher (Robotics and Coding)

Design Technology Teacher (Robotics and Coding)

100% – starting August 2026

Responsibilities

• Deliver the teaching and learning of Design Technology throughout the secondary school effectively, including IGCSE and IBDP.

• Inspire creativity, innovation and inquiry through real-world applications and project-based learning.

• Participate in the design, development, implementation and review of the Lower Secondary, IGCSE and IBDP Design Technology programmes.

• Support the development of innovation, entrepreneurship and STEAM learning within the school.

• Lead practical student projects involving programming, automation and robotics systems.

• Liaise with curriculum leaders to ensure effective delivery of the curriculum, including selecting and managing resources.

• Develop and assess student learning using a variety of formative and summative strategies.

• Monitor student progress and implement interventions to ensure academic success.

• Serve as a homeroom teacher, providing pastoral care and mentorship.

• Contribute to a programme of trips, excursions, competitions, clubs and extracurricular activities.

• Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of all students.

Qualifications and Skills

• Subject-related degree in Design Technology or a closely related field.

• PGCE, QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.

• Proven track record of excellence in teaching with at least three years’ experience, ideally in an international environment.

• Experience teaching IGCSE and IBDP Design Technology strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of robotics, coding/programming and electronics is essential for this role.

• Ability to teach some Art would be an asset.

• Ability to inspire mixed culture and ability classes through engaging and challenging learning opportunities.

• Excellent communication skills and a strong team player.

• Ability to support student needs in learning and pastoral matters.

• Strong organisational skills and adaptability in a dynamic school environment.

• Clear criminal records.