Design and Technology Teacher

4 weeks ago

Chatham, Kent, United Kingdom Holcombe Grammar School Full time

Are you looking for a new opportunity to teach Design Technology in a supportive grammar environment?

Holcombe Grammar School are seeking a DT Teacher join their team of creative and committed professionals teaching across the school. The successful candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic Design Technology teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning, is ready to embrace new ideas, and has a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills.

Together with being an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for achievement and behaviour, you will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating lessons having a thorough knowledge of curriculum development and pedagogy. Our Curriculum Intent can be viewed here.

Applications are invited from Early Career Teachers, or experienced teachers looking to progress their career.

"Holcombe Grammar makes learning active by developing children as creative, adaptable, and resilient thinkers so that they become committed lifelong learners." University of Exeter, 2022 (Thinking Schools Accreditation)
About Us

Holcombe Grammar School, part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is an ambitious and supportive inclusive learning community, where life chances are transformed. We are a selective 11-18 boys' school with a large and expanding mixed Sixth Form.

At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world. Whatever an individual's background, we strive to ensure that our highly capable students are given the academic and intellectual tools to help them structure their thinking and learning effectively.

Our most recent Ofsted Inspection noted "Holcombe Grammar School delivers an inspiring curriculum...appropriately adapted to the needs, abilities and interests of all pupils. A range of extra-curricular activities further promotes personal development and welfare"

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and Devon.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

Think about their ThinkingBe their Best selfShape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

What our Trust will offer you:

Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.Teachers' Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children's Academy and Rochester Grammar School.Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.Convenient Parking: Park for free in our secure staff car park.Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our small and friendly school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contact Donna Read ) to arrange an informal conversation about the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email

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