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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.

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Welcome to my shop! I am a Secondary School teacher based in Reading UK. I am an experienced Construction teacher with a passion for vocational subjects. I also teach Design Technology and Engineering. Please have a look at my resources.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.1-1.8 All Lessons
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.1-1.8 All Lessons

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This is a bundle for EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1. The new specification that was introduced in 2022. In this bundle is a teaching powerpoint and student tasks for each of the Assessment Criteria. AC1.1 The Sector AC1.2 The Built Environment Life Cycle AC1.3 Type of Building and Structure AC1.4 Technologies and Materials AC1.5 Building Structures and Forms AC1.6 Sustainable Construction Methods AC1.7 Trades, Employments and Careers AC1.8 Health and Safety Each powerpoint is a breakdown of the AC and is lesson by lesson. Each lesson is interactive with tasks that can be printed directly from the powerpoint. Each lesson has a starter and plenary. This will save you hours of planning. Also included is a Unit 1 knowledge tracker. Please check out other resources in my shop for this course. Bundle total is £34 Sold at £25 saving you 26%
Lesson Powerpoint for Fibre Optics BTEC Engineering
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Lesson Powerpoint for Fibre Optics BTEC Engineering

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A student friendly lesson powerpoint based on Fibre Optics. A selection of activities (starter, main, plenary) and leveled learning objectives. The content will help students understand the wider topic of the development of new technologies. Based on the Engineering Unit 1 specification but is versatile and be used in Design Technology and other STEM lessons. Attached are two photographs which show a simple but effective way to demonstrate fibre optics. Using a torch and a piece of clear Acrylic tube it can show how ‘light’ travels through the wire. This can used when showing the Polar Bear hair slide.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.2 Evaluating technologies

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.2 Evaluatying new and emerging technologies to inform design decisions. The Powerpoint covers: ACCESS FM, Critical evaluation, Carbon Footprint, x4 R’s, Life Cycle Assessment A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Construction Legislation Card Sort
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Construction Legislation Card Sort

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An activity that can be used as a starter or plenary and helps students learn what Construction Health and Safety legislation stands for. Cards are set out on a grid ready to be printed and cut.
WJEC Constructing the Built Environment Unit 1: Safety and Security in Consruction
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WJEC Constructing the Built Environment Unit 1: Safety and Security in Consruction

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This Bundle include a multiple lesson powerpoint and a student work booklet for WJEC Unit 1 Safety and Security in Construction. It is modelled on the specification and covers all the learning objectives and assessment criteria. Topics Covered: Signs (RED, BLUE, YELLOW, GREEN, ORANGE) Risk Assessments Sub and Super Structure Fire extinguishers Permits to Work Hazard/ Risk/ Control Measure Security of Construction Site Health and Safety Legislation Responsibility of Employer and Employee It can also be used with other Construction course to as it would provide students with a very solid understanding of Health and Safety in the construction industry.
EDUQAS UNIT 3 2025 Controlled Assessment Frameworks and Help Guide
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EDUQAS UNIT 3 2025 Controlled Assessment Frameworks and Help Guide

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This bundle will reduce all your planning hours for the new Unit 3 Controlled Assessment Brief due for submission in 2025. There is a help guide to explain how the individual templates work and guide students to complete the NEA. Building their independence but covering all the relevant Assessment Criteria. There is 3 Brand New Controlled Assessment Template included for the 2025 Unit 3 EDUQAS Construction Brief focusing on the carpentry, bricklaying and tiling skills. The templates can be adapted or changed to suit the school but provides a clear framework that hits all the key assessment criteria to ensure student success.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.7
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.7

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.7 Trades, Employments and Careers Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.8
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.8

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.8 Health and Safety Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 3 (New Spec) Booklet and Tracker
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 3 (New Spec) Booklet and Tracker

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**Unit 3 Constructing the Built Environment ** Controlled assessment framework booklet for students that can be fully adapted to choice of Scenario and Task. Excel tracker for controlled assessment tasks that links directly to the booklet. My aim is to create a whole resource package for the new specification as there currently are not any resources online. Watch this space and browse my shop for loads of other construction related resources. ** Please note this resource is available as part of my EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Starter Resource Bundle**
Practical Skills Brickwork.  Vocational WJEC/ BTEC
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Practical Skills Brickwork. Vocational WJEC/ BTEC

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A student friendly PowerPoint that has multiple lessons and activities for students to learn theory and practical Brickwork. Lessons based on the requirements of WJEC Constructing the Built Environment but can be used for any Level 2 Construction course. The following Topics are covered: Anatomy of a Brick Brick Bonds PPE Half Bricks Tools Setting Out Planning Evaluation of Practical Attached are also some in class activities.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.1 The Impact of new and Emerging Technologies
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.1 The Impact of new and Emerging Technologies

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.1 The Impact of New and Emerging Technologies. The Powerpoint covers: Automated systems, production techniques, scale of production, social and moral impact of machines, demographic movement and the Internet of things. All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Leveled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.3 Energy: generation and storage
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.3 Energy: generation and storage

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.3 Energy: generation, storage and choosing appropriate sources. The Powerpoint covers: Fossil fuels, power systems, renewable energy, A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.6
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.6

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.6 Sustainable Construction Methods Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction
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Plumbing Project Booklet - Construction

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A student booklet designed for a plumbing project that can last 15 lessons. Copper pipe plumbing a letter or number. Soldering, pipe bending etc Each page has tasks which are linked to the teaching powerpoint and the practical lessons are also broken down inside so students understand what they need to do. At the end of each page their is an option for the students to self access against a pre-set criteria and this is linked to a quick and easy teacher assessment. Can be used as a small introductory project to a construction course or a different DT project for KS3 and 4
EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment  Unit 1 AC1.1
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EDUQAS Construction and the Built Environment Unit 1 AC1.1

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An excellent powerpoint for starting the new Level 1/2 Construction and built environment specification for teaching from 2022 Unit 1 Introduction to the Built Environment: AC 1.1 The Sector Lesson by lesson teaching powerpoints with levelled learning objectives and student tasks incoorperated. Tasks can be printed directly out from powerpoint and given to students- there is a mixture of learning opportunities and room for adapting tasks to higher or lower students. Each lesson has a starter and a plenary. This resource will drastically reduce your planning time I have included useful links in the notes of the powerpoint for more information into different topics This resource is one of the 8 Assessment Criteria for Unit 1. They can be purchased individually but are also available as part of my EDUQAS Construction Unit 1 Resource Bundle
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8  Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.8 Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals

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A set of lessons which cover Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective 1.8 Categorisation of Ferrous and Non- Ferrous Metals. The Powerpoint covers: Ferrous/ Non Ferrous, Mechanical and Physical properties, ductility, Malleability and hardness All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interesting activities Keywords and descriptions Starters and plenaries Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice exam questions Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.5 Mechanical Devices
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Edexcel Design and Technology AC1.5 Mechanical Devices

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A lesson which covers Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content Objective AC1.5 Mechanical Devices. The Powerpoint covers: Levers, motion, Velocity Ratio, Mechanical Advantage and efficiency. All topics are directly taken from the textbook and course specification. A student friendly powerpoint with: Interactive starter Keywords and description Levelled WALTS and WILFS (learning outcomes) Practice questions and modelled examples Appropriate levels of challenge This can also be purchased as part of a bundle of lessons which cover all of the assessment criteria of the Edexcel Design and Technology Core Content which the students are required to know for the exam.
Edexcel Design and Technology Coursework Guide for  Students (GCSE 1-9)
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Edexcel Design and Technology Coursework Guide for Students (GCSE 1-9)

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A complete student friendly guide that covers every page or key area that needs to be included in the Coursework Unit (Unit 1 Creative Design and Make). It has been set out to follow the Specification and Marking Criteria. However this can be used as a guide for most Product Design Portfolios for GCSE and A-Level not just limited to Edexcel. It includes: High level examples Hints and Tips Instructions Sentence Starters Help with laying out sheets Table Templates Questions. It covers key criteria such as research, specification, client feedback, designing, modeling, developing, test and evaluating.
WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Student Work Booklet
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WJEC Safety & Security in Construction UNIT 1 Student Work Booklet

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A student work booklet for the WJEC Constructing the Built Environment Unit 1: Safety and Security in Construction. Lots of different worksheets with content taking directly from the Specification and following each of the learning objective and assessment criteria in order. The booklet is full of different types of tasks and activities with lots of visual stimuli. Plenty of opportunity for student self assessment and teach assessment. This booklet will help students learn the key topics for the exam but also use it as revision later on and teacher can track knowledge. This is a resource very suitable for lower ability students. Topics Covered: Signs (RED, BLUE, YELLOW, GREEN, ORANGE) Risk Assessments Sub and Super Structure Fire extinguishers Permits to Work Hazard/ Risk/ Control Measure Security of Construction Site Health and Safety Legislation Responsibility of Employer and Employee This resource can also be purchased as part of a bundle with the Unit 1 Safety and Security powerpoint found in my shop!
WJEC Engineering Unit 1: Engineering Design
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WJEC Engineering Unit 1: Engineering Design

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This is a student friendly powerpoint with lessons/ instructions and examples for students and teachers to complete Unit 1. The brief is the one that has been issued by WJEC (Re-design a phone charger) However it can be adapted to any brief you wish to set. The key areas covered are: Understanding the Brief Market Research Specification Design Ideas 3rd Angle Evaluation against Specification