Creative DT Teacher for Secondary

Smile Education; Telford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting for a Design and Technology Teacher to join a successful secondary school in the Telford area. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential.

You will plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the possibility to teach at Key Stage 5. The school emphasises high expectations, achievement and personal development for both students

Qualifications

• An ECT or fully qualified Design and Technology Teacher.
• Previous experience teaching Design and Technology within a UK secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge and a good understanding of the DT curriculum.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
• Experience teaching Design and Technology at GCSE level and familiarity with relevant examination boards.
• Confident, professional and engaging classroom presence.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Reliable, adaptable and passionate about supporting student progress.
• Ability to motivate students and develop their confidence, creativity and practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality Design and Technology lessons in line with the school curriculum.
• Create engaging and practical lessons that inspire students and develop creativity, problem-solving and technical skills.
• Assess, monitor and mark student work in line with school expectations.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are encouraged to achieve their potential.
• Adapt teaching and learning to meet the needs of students with SEND and other additional needs.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, safety and engagement within the classroom and practical learning environments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Design and Technology department.
• Teach Design and Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to teach Key Stage 5 where required.
• Support student progression and contribute to broader departmental goals.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Communication skills

Student motivation

Education

QTS in Design and Technology or equivalent

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting for a Design and Technology Teacher to join a successful secondary school in the Telford area. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their potential.

You will plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the possibility to teach at Key Stage 5. The school emphasises high expectations, achievement and personal development for both students