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Design & Technology Teacher

Bridgwater College Academy · Bridgwater · Somerset

Job description

At Bridgwater College Academy, we are seeking an inspiring and skilled Design & Technology Teacher, with the ability to teach Food Technology, to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging and practical lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a particular focus on Food Technology. The successful candidate will inspire students to develop creativity, technical skills, and an understanding of nutrition, health, and food preparation, preparing them for life beyond the classroom.

You will play a key role in delivering a broad and balanced DT curriculum, encouraging innovation, problem-solving, and independence in a well-equipped learning environment.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who has:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
  • The ability to deliver high-quality DT lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
  • The energy, creativity, and resilience to bring learning to life
  • A team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to contribute to a supportive and high-performing department
  • A belief that every child can succeed, and that great teaching makes it possible

We welcome applications from qualified teachers who have successfully completed their statutory induction period. Unfortunately, we are not currently able to support ECT induction for this post.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Bridgwater College Academy

Academy sponsor led · All-through · Ages 3–16

Requires Improvement
Pupils
1,576
Avg teacher salary
£46,737
Pupil:teacher ratio
17.5:1
Academy trust
BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4QY

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Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 June 2026
Closing date
21 June 2026

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