Design & Technology
Back to SubjectsWhen we first come into the world we are wrapped in Textiles and vice versa when we depart. What we do with Textiles in between that is down to each individual dependent on style, ethnicity, gender and age which is why I love Textiles so much. The road to creativity is completely endless and anything can be done when you have the drive to create something which was just a thought.our teachers are still learners themselves and can give you current examples
charlotte Kimber, DT Teacher Weydon School
Do you...
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Have a passion for Design & Technology and a desire to inspire young people to place a high priority on this subject?
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Have an innate ability to communicate and relate to young people?
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Have a positive outlook and the energy and resilience to tackle challenges?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
Entry Requirements
Alongside your passion and drive we require the following qualifications:
- GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/4 and above in English and Maths
- A Level in your specialist subject is highly desirable
- Honours degree 2.2 or above in a relevant subject - we do consider trainees who do not have a degree in Design & Technology if you have evidence of strong subject knowledge, experience in a career relating to Design & Technology or a strong Design & Technology A Level.
How The i2i Training Programme Works
Training takes place one day per week at one of our training centres. Training is divided into Professional Studies and Subject Studies. Professional Studies focuses on more general aspects of teaching such as behaviour management, feedback, mastery and differentiation whereas Subject Studies considers these issues in the context of Design & Technology and support your learning to teach the complexities of the Design & Technology curriculum.
For the remaining four days of the week, you will be based in your host school. Here you will begin the term by observing teachers teach a range of classes that you may eventually be teaching yourself. You will have opportunities to teach small groups within classes, take small episodes within lessons and gradually build towards taking whole lessons and then a series of lessons. By Christmas of the first term you will be teaching around 60% of a Newly Qualified Teacher's timetable. Throughout this time, you will have mentor within your host school. Your mentor will support and coach you, helping you improve and gain confidence. Each week, you will return to your training centre for the next phase of training and for an opportunity to reflect on progress.
Next Steps and How To Apply
- Come and see us to find out more at one of our numerous Events
- Apply to our School Experience Programme and visit one or more of our schools to observe lessons and talk to current teachers
- Find out what Funding and Financial Support is available
- Fill out our Enquiry Form
- Apply Now via Department for Education
- Provider code: 24X
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- Programme code: 2XLX
Places on our teacher training programmes are highly sought after and so you should submit your application as early as possible. Our team is here to help you navigate this process and to answer any questions you have.
Join the i2i team and start your journey to transform, lead and inspire the next generation with us.
