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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 Tweeddale 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 D&T Hub School: St. George’s School
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 D&T Hub School: The Langton Grammar School
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 School
Smart mouthguards in rugby, As the Six Nations Championship gets underway, rugby’s power and precision are on full display but behind the tackles, technology is helping make the game safer. Smart mouthguards, fitted with tiny sensors, are now giving players and coaches real-time data on impacts, offering a new layer of protection on the pitch. From design to innovation Creating a mouthguard that protects teeth, fits comfortably, houses sensors and transmits reliable data is a real-world design challenge. Engineers and biomechanists worked with World Rugby
Building Services Engineering, Building Services EngineeringAges 11-14First released 2018 These free resources have been developed with the support of CIBSE Patrons at the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers, to help students understand roles and career paths into the industry. For many people, the services inside buildings – heat, power, ventilation, security and environmental systems – are invisible. Young people are often unaware of how exciting and rewarding building services engineering careers can be, and what an impact BSE design decisions have on our planet. These resources include...
Celebrating Black History Month with inspiring figures in D&T - Garrett A. Morgan, This Black History Month, teachers can bring the story of Garrett A. Morgan into the classroom to inspire pupils. Born in Kentucky in 1877, Morgan overcame barriers to become an inventor, entrepreneur and community leader. From tailoring to traffic signals - Morgan’s inventive journey Morgan began his career in Ohio repairing sewing machines and later developed a “belt fastener” attachment, hair‑care products and straighteners, combining technical skill with entrepreneurship. In 1914, he patented...
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...
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