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Tool Maker, George, Watch Georges video here George is a second-year craft apprentice in tool making at JJ Churchill. George has always had an interest in engineering, through family links, and took GCSE Engineering and A Level Physics, then on to an apprenticeship. He likes being hands-on and seeing all the components come together in a final assembly and uses manual skills and CNC milling, turning and grinding to make, modify and repair fixtures. He sees new technologies and materials moving the industry forward, in particular...
Design Manager at Black+Blum, Adam, Watch Adam's video here Adam is a design manager at Black+Blum in London. He designs, develops and manages the manufacture of eco-conscious food and drink containers. A large focus there is on sustainability, in the choice of materials and construction. Adam did D&T GCSE and A Level and sees problem-solving as central to design and the value of the transferable skills he has learned in developing as a designer. Play video.
Design and Technology Consultant, Phil Morris, Phil Morris is a Design & Technology Consultant for the Harris Federation, supporting over 50 schools across curriculum, assessment and school improvement. With 20+ years’ experience teaching KS3–5, he specialises in GCSE/A Level delivery, NEA, primary progression and subject development. He delivers CPD, works with the National Institute of Teaching, conducts subject reviews, and serves as a regional lead for the D&T Association. Location: London D&T Hub School: Harris Federation
Head of Design and Technology, Scott Tweeddale, Scott Tweedale has been Head of Department at St George’s School, Harpenden for 10 years, leading curriculum development and whole-school improvement in AI, Google for Education and staff CPD. An experienced ITT tutor with the University of Hertfordshire and Education Expert for Alban TSH, he has increased GCSE and A-Level D&T uptake while maintaining exceptional outcomes. Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
Subject Lead for Design and Technology, Helen Vardy, Helen Vardy is a design and technology leader at King Ecgbert School, Sheffield, with over 25 years’ experience. With a background in Civil Engineering and a passion for making, she champions creativity, digital design and sustainability. She introduced the DEC programme, expanded GCSE and A level provision, and promotes environmentally responsible practice. Helen is committed to inspiring confident, skilled problem solvers ready for the built environment and beyond. Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire D&T Hub School: King Ecgbert...
Subject Lead of Design, Daniel Pledger, Daniel Pledger is Subject Lead for Design & Technology at Simon Langton Boys’ Grammar School, with over 20 years in education and a background in product engineering and design. He has grown GCSE and A Level uptake, built a broad, industry-connected curriculum, and led national and international STEM success. A collaborative leader and mentor, he champions inclusive, high-achieving design education. Location: Canterbury, Kent
Head of Design Engineering, Jon Taylor, Jon Taylor is Head of Design Engineering with 15+ years’ experience, leading innovative technical curriculums in top independent schools. A Brunel graduate in Industrial Design, he bridges theory and practice, delivering high-achieving GCSE and A Level outcomes. An OFQUAL subject expert and VEX Robotics Teacher of the Year, Jon shapes national assessment standards while mentoring students to compete successfully at UK and World Championship levels. Location: Guildford, Surrey D&T Hub School: Cranleigh
Tom Jacobs at Foster + Partners, Tom Jacobs, a BTEC Engineering and 3D Art & Design lecturer at Reigate College, took part in a unique ‘Teachers in Residence’ placement at Foster + Partners, one of the world’s leading architecture and design practices. Tom was delighted to join the programme this year, after spotting the opportunity through the Association newsletter and social media channels. Reigate College is a Sixth Form college specialising in A-level and equivalent courses. It currently offers around 50 different courses at its campus a couple...
Tom Jacobs at Foster + Partners, Tom Jacobs, a BTEC Engineering and 3D Art & Design lecturer at Reigate College, took part in a unique ‘Teachers in Residence’ placement at Foster + Partners, one of the world’s leading architecture and design practices. Tom was delighted to join the programme this year, after spotting the opportunity through the Association newsletter and social media channels. Reigate College is a Sixth Form college specialising in A-level and equivalent courses. It currently offers around 50 different courses at its campus a couple...
JCB FTs and IEAs, Focused Tasks FTs are where students are taught specific technical knowledge, designing skills and making skills. This may be a quick whole-class making activity, learning a new CAD programme, exploring polymers, or much more. Sketch Ideas - in this Focused Task, develop basic sketching techniques like 2D and 3D drawing, line weight, crating, annotation, and rendering to help students clearly communicate and develop design ideas. CAD Model a Grabber - this Focused Task explains how to build a simple working model of a...
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