Teacher of Design Technology

ROLE SUMMARY:

PaRK International School is a leading international school located in the beautiful city of Lisbon. Our mission is to guide and inspire students to be happy and successful in their adult lives. We pride ourselves on achieving outstanding academic results while treating every member of our community as an individual.

Our students graduate prepared for academic excellence, fluent in multiple languages, and confident in exploring their academic curiosity through research, creativity, and hands-on discovery. With a vibrant international community of students from over 60 countries, PaRK fosters lifelong friendships and a strong sense of service to both local and global communities.

While we are committed to academic excellence, we believe this is only possible through the personal and professional growth of our staff. At PaRK, you will be encouraged to engage in professional development, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

All staff actively participate in the pastoral life of the school, ensuring students reach their academic potential while developing essential social and personal skills for life. This role also offers opportunities to contribute to co-curricular clubs, creative workshops, and design-focused enrichment activities.

To join our team in August 2026, we are looking for a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Design Technology, ideally with experience teaching within IB programmes (MYP and/or DP Design Technology).

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver engaging instruction in Design Technology aligned with the IB (MYP/DP) framework.

• Plan creative, hands-on lessons that develop technical, design, and problem-solving skills.

• Implement the IB design cycle and inquiry-based learning approaches.

• Ensure the safe and effective use of tools, machinery, and materials.

• Assess student work using IB criteria and provide constructive feedback.

• Support student well-being through active participation in pastoral care.

• Encourage involvement in design competitions, clubs, and maker activities.

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development.

• Maintain an organised, inspiring, and safe workshop environment.

• Collaborate with colleagues to share good practice and engage in professional development.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A relevant degree in Design Technology, Product Design, Engineering, or related field.

• A valid teaching qualification and experience teaching within IB programmes (MYP and/or DP).

• Strong practical knowledge of workshop tools, materials, and safety procedures.

• Ability to inspire creativity and innovative thinking in students.

• Competence with CAD/CAM and digital design tools.

• Strong differentiation skills to support diverse learners.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective teaching.

• Experience contributing to extra-curricular or design-related enrichment.

• A strong understanding of safeguarding and student welfare.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.