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Teacher of Design Technology Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK Salary: MPS/UPS Contract Type: Permanent Education Phases: Secondary Working Patterns: Full-Time Application Deadline: Sunday, 11th January 2026 About Our Client The Academy has a capacity of 1200 in the lower school and also has a developing sixth form provision. The sixth form has enjoyed strong progress in both academic and applied courses and has destinations data that shows NEETs significantly lower than the national picture. All our client’s schools place enterprise and an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of their ethos. In addition, they have a strong record of promoting cultural capital through its Technology and Creative Arts departments, where competition, visits and visitors are a regular part of student experience and support the development of cultural capital. This Academy is very much a community school with a truly comprehensive intake. Sitting above the national average, 33% of its cohort are designated as being in the pupil premium category and they work hard to support all students to achieve strong engagement and strong outcomes. With a strong focus on their four key improvement levers around culture, coaching, curriculum and data-informed instruction, the Academy team are building towards a consistent provision that supports great progress for all students. About The Role Join their vibrant, forward-thinking Design Technology department where imagination meets innovation. Are you passionate about designing, making, problem-solving and empowering young minds to think differently? If you are a teacher who thrives on hands-on learning, bold ideas and the buzz of a busy workshop, then this is the perfect role for you Step into a role where every lesson sparks curiosity, every project builds confidence, and every student discovers what they are capable