Child Development & Design Technology Teacher - Burton Borough School

Telford and Wrekin Council; Shifnal; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a passionate Child Development & Design Technology Teacher for maternity cover starting January 2026. The school emphasizes creativity and practical learning, aiming to inspire confidence and skills in students. The candidate should possess excellent subject knowledge and a proactive teaching approach. This role is set in a supportive environment with strong focus on professional development and safeguarding.

Benefits

High-quality CPD programme

In-house coaching programme

Strong focus on career development

Opportunities for extra-curricular involvement

Qualifications

• Ability to differentiate lessons to meet diverse learner needs.
• Capacity to maintain a supportive learning environment.
• Experience with engaging students beyond the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons.
• Promote student voice and adaptive teaching.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare commitments.

Skills

Excellent subject knowledge across Child Development and Design Technology

Energy, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to teaching

Ability to engage students and inspire curiosity, creativity, and independence

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Willingness to participate in professional development and school improvement initiatives

Job description

Overview

Child Development & Design Technology Teacher 1.0 - ECT's/MPS/UPS (maternity cover). Required January 2026.

Burton Borough School is seeking an inspiring and committed teacher to join our thriving team at a time of exciting development. Located in the market town of Newport, on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border, the school offers easy access to Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford, and Wolverhampton.

We are part of the Learning Community Trust (joined April 2024), a network focused on collaboration and continuous improvement. Our values are ambition for every student and staff member, inclusive culture, high standards, and a caring approach to support, nurture, and challenge learners.

Our Child Development and Design Technology provision emphasises relevance, creativity, and practical learning, with a well-sequenced curriculum that covers human growth and development, design, innovation, and problem-solving. The team is collaborative, passionate, and committed to helping students become thoughtful, skilled, and confident learners.

We offer:

• A high-quality CPD programme through the Learning Community Trust
• An in-house coaching programme to support professional development
• A centralised behaviour system that empowers teachers and maintains high standards
• Robust pastoral and SLT support to ensure every student thrives
• A strong focus on career development
• Rich opportunities for extra-curricular involvement and community engagement

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and challenging lessons across Child Development and Design Technology
• Plan, assess, and differentiate to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Promote student voice, adaptive teaching, and learning beyond the classroom
• Collaborate with the team to maintain high standards and a supportive learning environment
• Contribute to the school’s safeguarding and welfare commitments

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent subject knowledge across Child Development and Design Technology
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to teaching
• Ability to engage students and inspire curiosity, creativity, and independence
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Willingness to participate in professional development and school improvement initiatives

Additional Information

Burton Borough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance.

If you are ready to make a real impact in a school that values ambition, pride, and care—and where your professional development is genuinely supported—we would love to hear from you.

How to apply: For further information, please visit our website at https://www.burtonborough.org.uk, or telephone [phone] or email [e-mail]

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Important dates: Closure date: Friday 17th October at 9am; Interview Date: Tuesday 21st October