About this role
Required - Teacher of Engineering & Design Technology
Starting in September 2026
Main/Upper Pay Scale
This is a full-time teaching post
We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of Engineering & Design Technology to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at Swavesey Village College. This is an ideal position for an ambitious teacher who wishes to develop their practice in a supportive and innovative environment.
The ideal candidate
Qualified Teaching Status with degree in specialist subjectEvidence of teaching Key Stages 3 and 4Evidence of securing high outcomes from studentsAbility to use IT to support effective teaching and learningCommitment to continuing professional developmentEffective form tutoring and committed to the importance of pastoral supportUnderstand and be a proud advocate of the five values of all Meridian Trust schoolsBelieve that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and deliveredThe opportunity
To work collaboratively within a vibrant departmentTo teach challenging and enjoyable lessons across all key stagesConfidently share new ideas during staff meetingsSet goals which stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositionsEncourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study
About Swavesey Village College
Swavesey Village College was judged to be Outstanding in all categories by Ofsted in May 2024. Ofsted report that ‘Swavesey Village College is a welcoming, inclusive school with high ambitions for all’, and that ‘Leaders have created a vibrant, successful school where all are welcome and all can succeed’. Moreover, they feel ‘The curriculum for personal development is exemplary’. The achievements of our students are remarkable, both academically in examination success, and across an incredibly wide range of sports, arts and other co-curricular areas.
Swavesey is a village community school located close to Cambridge with excellent transport links to Cambridge and the pretty market town of St Ives, however, we have a considerable local and national reputation for academic excellence and innovation as part of our Academy Trust - Meridian Trust.
About Meridian Trust
Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -
Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources Cycle to work scheme Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations Free on-site parking Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.
Closing date for applications: Monday 1st June 2026 by 9am
Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.