Teacher of Design and Technology - Full-time

New Line Learning Academy, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-6912-648T
• Posted:23/03/2026
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:20/04/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:Thursday 23rd April 2026

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New Line Learning Academy is seeking to appoint a passionate and ambitious Teacher of Design & Technology to join our Creative Arts faculty at an exciting point in its development.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a school that is launching a new, ambitious Creative Curriculum from September, with a clear focus on the Creative Arts as a driver for engagement, expression and achievement. We are looking for a teacher who is excited by this vision and wants to play a key role in shaping it.

The department currently delivers a broad and diverse curriculum, including:

• Art
• Resistant Materials
• Textiles
• Food
• Photography
• Graphics
• Digital Literacy

This breadth provides a rich platform to develop a truly creative, skills-based and knowledge-rich curriculum, where students can explore, design and create with purpose.

At New Line Learning, we believe that creativity is central to a high-quality education. Our Creative Curriculum is designed to:

• Engage students through practical, hands-on learning
• Develop creativity, independence and problem-solving
• Build confidence and self-expression
• Raise achievement through high-quality outcomes and strong portfolio work

As a Teacher of Design & Technology, you will deliver engaging and challenging lessons that reflect these principles, ensuring all students are supported and stretched to achieve their best. You will have the opportunity to contribute to curriculum design, helping to shape an innovative and forward-thinking offer across the Creative subjects.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has strong subject knowledge in Design & Technology or a related discipline
• Is passionate about creative education and practical learning
• Can inspire students to take pride in their work and outcomes
• Is committed to high expectations and high-quality presentation
• Is enthusiastic, adaptable and keen to contribute to a growing department

This role would suit both early career teachers and more experienced practitioners looking to be part of an exciting phase of development.

You will be joining a collaborative and evolving department, supported by strong leadership, with a clear focus on improving the quality of education and outcomes across the Creative Arts.

New Line Learning Academy is part of the Future Schools Trust, a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering the very best for the communities we serve. We are on a clear improvement journey, driven by high expectations, strong values and a belief that every student can succeed.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Early application is encouraged.

There is also the potential of a Head of Year pastoral role, with associated TLR responsibility, for the right candidate. If you are interested in this role, alongside the Teacher of DT role, please contact recruitment@futureschoolstrust.com for additional information regarding this.

Information about the school

New Line Learning Academy is a good school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone with over 900 pupils aged 11 to 16. New Line Learning are committed to the delivering the highest standard of education for the young people in our care. In return, we expect our pupils to be committed to their studies and strive to achieve their goals.

The ethos is clear; believe and achieve.

New Line Learning aims for all of its pupils to be well-motivated and self-aware learners, who can conduct themselves appropriately in a range of situations. Aiming to create an ethos and an environment in which pupils feel safe and in which they can learn to interact respectfully, sensibly and maturely with others. We want our pupils to develop into responsible citizens, playing an active part in the school, local and wider communities.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

What's In It For You? A vibrant and exciting place to work A friendly and supportive environment An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff. A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available. An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Future Schools Trust HR Recruitment Team
• Address:Boughton Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9QL
• Telephone: 01622 743 286
• Email: recruitment@newlinelearning.com

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Candidate Pack
• Prospectus
• Ofsted Report