Design & Technology ECT — Innovative Secondary School

Design & Technology ECT — Innovative Secondary School focuses on its stem and creative faculties work closely to deliver an integrated, future-focused curriculum.

What the role involves

• Its STEM and Creative Faculties work closely to deliver an integrated, future-focused curriculum.

Skills and requirements

• Excellent technical and creative skillset.
• Strong communication and organisational ability.
• Passion for inspiring the next generation of designers.
• Applications are welcomed from ambitious DT ECTs ready to join a Taunton school that values creativity, hands-on learning, and innovation in design and technology.

Confirmed role details

• Reduced timetable and mentor support during induction.
• Weekly CPD on classroom management and pedagogy.
• Access to industry-standard design equipment and tools.
• Opportunities to collaborate on sustainability and engineering projects.

Additional role context

• A forward-thinking 11–18 school in Taunton is seeking a Design & Technology ECT to join their dynamic Technology Department from January 2026.
• With 1,200 pupils, the school has a reputation for academic excellence, inclusion, and innovation.
• This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity for an early-career teacher to develop their craft in a well-equipped, collaborative environment.