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Examiner Recruitment

Examiner Recruitment, Exam boards, operating under the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), are actively seeking examiners to join their teams of experts for the upcoming summer exams. This call for applications is open to both established teachers and those earlier in their teaching careers, with no requirement to have previously taught a board's specification. Applications are particularly welcomed in Design & Technology. If you would like more information this opportunity please visit the JCQ's "Become an Examiner" webpage for further information about the role of examiners and the application process. ...

We don’t have enough time to teach D&T well in our primary school. What should we do?

We don’t have enough time to teach D&T well in our primary school. What should we do?, It is important to think about both the amount of teaching time available and how it can be used to best effect. Where a school simply doesn’t have enough time to teach D&T well, this also tends to be the case for the other non-core foundation subjects. Typically, this results from over half of the teaching time in the school day being devoted to English and maths. However, Ofsted evidence suggests that schools which have a broad and balanced curriculum...

Door hinges helpsheet

Door hinges helpsheet, Doors – making hinges Ages 5-11 yearsFirst published 2017 There are several ways to make simple hinges for doors. This helpsheet shows six simple methods that children can follow and choose the one that they think is most appropriate for their building. It also contains links to appropriate resources that can be used to develop structures, and images of Design Dog and Tech Tiger you may use in the classroom to help illustrate the theme. This product is a download.

KS3 Technical Knowledge Curriculum Units

KS3 Technical Knowledge Curriculum Units, KS3 Technical Knowledge Curriculum Units These exclusive resources help D&T Association members strengthen students’ technical knowledge, with units covering CAD software (Onshape, SketchUp, Solidworks, Tinkercad, Solid Edge), 2D design, and mechanical systems. Designed to build confidence in essential tools and processes, with new content added regularly. Log in to download or join today to access the full collection. https://www.designtechnology.org.uk/for-education/inspired-by-industry-member-only-content/technical-knowledge/ https://www.designtechnology.org.uk/membership/

Reigniting the D&T curriculum with engaging & inspiring activities

Reigniting the D&T curriculum with engaging & inspiring activities, Session Content: To provide some engaging stimulus for rebooting the curriculum provision in D&T To highlight solutions and ideas for delivering D&T in a covid restricted classroom To look at the bigger picture beyond practical activities in D&T Curriculum development and rebooting in practise (Journey showcase: Ely College Academy) Presented by: Dave Bausor, Lead Practitioner Design & Technology at Ely College in Cambridgeshire. Dave works as a consultant for DATA, writes resources and...

How to implement mechanisms in the primary D&T curriculum

How to implement mechanisms in the primary D&T curriculum, This course aims to provide D&T teacher at KS1 and KS2 with inspiration and practical advice to implement mechanisms into their D&T curriculum. Course objectives: Introduction to teaching Mechanisms in Design and Technology at KS1 & KS2. The key principles in teaching Mechanisms. To help generate ideas and give practical solutions on mechanisms. By participating in this course, you will: Gain confidence and improve your knowledge of Mechanisms. Get access...

D&T Awards 2025

D&T Awards 2025, The Design and Technology Association 25th Excellence Awards Winners Category 1: The AssetTagz Excellence Award for Outstanding Secondary Subject Leadership Chris Davis - Oastlers School, West Yorkshire Category 2: The Royal Ballet & Opera Schools Create & Design Excellence Award for Outstanding Primary Subject Leadership Les Ball - Shropshire Hills Federation, Shropshire Category 3: The James Dyson Foundation Excellence Award Recognising Outstanding D&T Teacher(s) Pat Link -Neston High School, Cheshire Category 4: The Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to Research...

The Excellence Award for the Outstanding Pupil: Age 5-11

This award sponsored by Local Supply Chain will be presented to a pupil who can demonstrate that D&T has: Made a positive impact on their overall school experience Allowed them to demonstrate high levels of motivation, enthusiasm, and achievement within the subject, or Will be awarded to a pupil who has excelled within design and technology and can demonstrate exceptional achievement and performance within the subject. The award has been broken down across ages recognising that pupils may shine within the subject at different stages of their development. Nominate...

The Excellence Award for Outstanding Pupil: Age 12-16

This award sponsored by Royal Academy of Engineering will be presented to a pupil who can demonstrate that D&T has: Made a positive impact on their overall school experience and Allowed them to demonstrate high levels of motivation, enthusiasm, and achievement within the subject, or Will be awarded to a pupil who has excelled academically within design and technology and can demonstrate exceptional levels of attainment within the subject. The award has been broken down across ages recognising that pupils may shine within the subject at different stages of their development....

The Excellence Award for Outstanding Pupil: Age 16-18

This award will be presented to a pupil who can demonstrate that D&T has: Made a positive impact on their overall school experience and Allowed them to demonstrate high levels of motivation, enthusiasm, and achievement within the subject, or Will be awarded to a pupil who has excelled academically within design and technology and can demonstrate exceptional levels of attainment within the subject. The award has been broken down across ages recognising that pupils may shine within the subject at different stages of their development. Nominate today → ...

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