Teacher of Technology - Full-time

Brompton Academy (UKAT), Gillingham

• Ref:KCC887-6906-221T
• Posted:08/05/2026
• Pay:£32,916.00 - £51,055.00 Annually (Actual)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:10/06/2026 at 16:00
• Interviews:ASAP

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The University of Kent Academies Trust is seeking a confident and innovative Design Technology Teacher to join us on a permanent and full-time basis from September 2026.

This is an exciting time to join the DT faculty at the University of Kent Academies Trust. The Trust currently offers subjects such as Food Technology, Art and Photography and has expanded its curriculum to include Resistant Materials, Product Design, and Engineering. The department is continuing to grow in popularity amongst students and benefits from specialist teaching facilities within a dedicated area of the site. The department is well resourced and supported by a technician. There is a clear opportunity for the successful candidate to play a key role in the ongoing development of the department and contribute to its future success.

You should be enthusiastic, creative, passionate about Design and Food Technology, and able to inspire students. You will be resilient, engaging, and committed to contributing to positive outcomes for young people and to the wider academy community as a whole.

Benefits of Working for UKAT

At UKAT we are committed to supporting the well-being, development, and professional fulfilment of all our staff.

• Professional and Workplace: Apple technology and equipment*, comfortable workspaces, competitive salary with generous pension, relocation support, employee referral scheme, and access to Trust-wide professional development and leadership pathways.
•  Financial Wellbeing: Retirement planning, budget support, and interest-free loans
•  Health and Lifestyle: On-site gym, free Benenden Health cover, yoga, cycle-to-work, and eyecare schemes
•  Mental Health and Emotional Support: Free counselling, mindfulness courses, hypnotherapy, talking therapies, and on-site Mental Health First Aid
•  Community and Social: Staff groups, clubs, and Trust-wide events that foster a strong sense of community

We are only accepting applications through MyNewTerm. Please click the link below, and you will be redirected to apply:  https://mynewterm.com/jobs/16829/EDV-2026-UKAT-03696

Information about the school

At Brompton Academy, we are dedicated to Transforming Lives Through Learning. Guided by our REACH values Resilience, Equality, Aspiration, Community, and Happiness—we provide a caring, supportive, and aspirational learning environment.

Rated Good by Ofsted, Brompton Academy offers excellent facilities, modern buildings, and Apple technology for all, enabling innovative teaching and continuous improvement. We also provide a thriving adult learning programme for over 400 learners.

The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is intended to help us identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. The selection panel will then explore such items with the candidate during interview. The Trust’s HR Team or another member of staff trained in safer recruitment will use Google.com to conduct each search and no adverse judgement will be formed for applicants with limited or no online footprint.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Katie Herbert-Smith, Recruitment Co-Ordinator
• Address:Marlborough Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 5HT
• Telephone: 01634852341
• Email: Recruitment@ukat.org