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Teacher of Design & Technology
(with the ability to teach Art or Computing as a second subject)
Location: Cranborne, Dorset
Contract: Full-time (Part-time considered)
Start Date: 01/09/2026
Salary: MPS/UPS (as appropriate) £32,916 – £51,048 per annum
About The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Teacher of Design & Technology to join our welcoming middle school in the heart of rural Dorset. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic practitioner to inspire students across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3.
The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology as their main subject, alongside a second subject specialism in either Art or Computing.
For the right candidate, there is the opportunity to take on the role of Key Stage 3 Phase Leader, which carries additional responsibility and a TLR payment.
About Our School
Our school is a vibrant and inclusive middle school that works with pupils between the ages of 9 and 13. We are set in a beautiful rural location, which enjoys an excellent reputation in the local community. We pride ourselves on:
- A strong sense of community and positive relationships
- Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
- A commitment to creativity and practical learning
- Supportive staff and leadership team
- Excellent outdoor and workshop learning environments
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging and high-quality lessons in Design & Technology to pupils in upper Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 (ages 9-13)
- Teach either Art or Computing as a second subject
- Inspire creativity, innovation and practical problem-solving skills
- Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities
- Assess, monitor and support student progress effectively
- Participate in wider school life, including extracurricular activities
- Maintain a safe and well-equipped learning environment for all students.
- Follow and promote school safeguarding policies
(For candidates applying for the KS3 Phase Leader role, additional responsibilities will include leading and developing provision across Key Stage 3, supporting colleagues, and contributing to whole-school improvement priorities.)
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- A strong subject knowledge in Design & Technology
- Ability or willingness to teach Art or Computing
- Passion for creative and practical education
- Strong classroom management skills
- Commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all learners
- Enthusiasm for working in a rural school environment
(For the KS3 Phase Leader role, leadership experience or the ambition to step into middle leadership is desirable.)
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative staff team
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Well-resourced DT facilities
- A positive work-life balance in a beautiful rural setting
- The opportunity to make a real impact on a small school community
- Leadership development opportunities, including a TLR for KS3 Phase Leadership
Additional Information
Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged through the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Jane McHugh, on 01725 557695 or [email protected], to arrange a tour.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. An early application is therefore strongly advised.
Closing Date: Monday, 8th June 2026
Interviews: Friday 12th June 2026
Further Information
Cranborne Middle School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. The school is committed to equal opportunities.
Cranborne Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in line with the Government’s safer recruitment guidelines.
The pro rata salary shown is based on the number of hours and weeks worked and includes appropriate paid annual leave and bank holiday entitlements.
The salary quoted is the annual salary for the position at the time of advert. The salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment and again if leaving part way through the school year to ensure the correct salary is received for the work completed in an academic year.
This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and 2020)) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Keeping Children Safe in Education
Cranborne Middle School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.
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