Design and Technology Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Professional development access

Flexible working options

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd. is recruiting a Design & Technology Teacher for a maternity cover post in Southampton, starting January 2027. The role supports Product Design with emphasis on Resistant Materials and Timber within a secondary school’s DT department.

Flexibility around full-time or part-time (0.8) arrangements is offered, with an initial contract through May 2027 and potential extension. The ideal candidate will hold QTS or equivalent, have secondary DT teaching experience, and be capable of

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary level.
• Strong background in Product Design, particularly Resistant Materials and Timber.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons across the relevant secondary key stages.
• Teach Product Design with a focus on Resistant Materials and Timber.
• Support students in developing practical skills, creativity and design knowledge.
• Ensure practical activities are conducted safely and in line with school procedures.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom and workshop environment.
• Work collaboratively with the wider department to support high standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Product Design

Resistant Materials

Timber

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

Workshop safety procedures

Job description

Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: January 2027
Contract Type: Maternity Cover – Long-Term
Duration: January to May 2027, with the option to continue until July 2027
Working Pattern: Full-time or 4 days per week (0.8); 0.7 may be considered for the right candidate
Pay Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

Supply Desk is working with a highly regarded secondary school in Southampton to recruit a talented and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher for a maternity cover position starting in January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established Design & Technology department within a supportive school environment. The school is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with flexibility around working days for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will primarily teach Product Design, with a preference for Resistant Materials and Timber. Experience in Food Technology or Textiles alone is less suited to the requirements of this role.

The placement is initially available until May 2027, with the possibility of extending until the end of the academic year in July 2027 for someone seeking a longer-term commitment.

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons across the relevant secondary key stages.

• Teach Product Design, with a focus on Resistant Materials and Timber.

• Support students in developing practical skills, creativity and design knowledge.

• Ensure practical activities are conducted safely and in line with school procedures.

• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.

• Maintain a positive, well-managed classroom and workshop environment.

• Work collaboratively with the wider department to support high standards of teaching and learning.

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Has experience teaching Design & Technology within a secondary school setting.

• Has a strong background in Product Design, particularly Resistant Materials and Timber.

• Is confident delivering both theoretical and practical lessons.

• Demonstrates effective classroom management and a commitment to student progress.

• Is flexible, reliable and able to work collaboratively within an established department.

• Competitive daily rates, dependent on experience.

• A long-term placement with the potential to continue until July 2027.

• Flexible working options, including full-time and part-time arrangements.

• The opportunity to join a supportive school and established department.

• Dedicated support from your Supply Desk recruitment consultant.

• Access to further teaching opportunities and professional development support.

If you're a Design & Technology Teacher with experience in Product Design, Resistant Materials or Timber and are looking for a new opportunity in Southampton from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.