TEACHING STAFF (DT) – SUMMER SCHOOLSituated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We run a prestigious and well-established Summer School for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students.We are looking for experienced and creative teachers in Design & Technology to support an experienced team in delivering a varied course covering all resistant materials, including working with wood, metal, and plastics, shaping, joining, and finishing techniquesYou will work with colleagues to plan and deliver engaging lessons which enable students to have an enriching and enjoyable summer study option. You will have relevant teaching experience and be able to inspire by using a student-centred learning approach and up to date resources. You will complete reports on the students and be involved in some excursions and activities.2025 dates: Tuesday 1st July to – Mon 28th JulyResidential with full board. Competitive Salary based on experience.Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be online.If you’re excited to learn more, please contactgiss@gordonstoun.org.uk or call the office on 01343 837821.Please complete the following application formApplication Form – New Senior StaffClosing date: 31 May 2025About the SchoolGordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18.Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too.It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.
**Skills Required**
• Experience teaching design in an educational / boarding / summer school environment
• Significant and relevant breadth of experience
• Strong and proven organisational skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines
• Flexibility to adapt and inspire young people
• Tolerance and kindness
• Enthusiasm & ability to create a positive learning environment
• Maintain confidentiality and be discreet.
• Team work and use own initiative
**Qualifications Required**
• A degree level qualification
• A teaching qualification, e.g. GTCS, PGCE, or QTS or relevant teaching experience in a school or summer school environment
**Keywords**
Design, Technology, Teacher, Summer School
