Design And Technology Teacher – Exciting Teaching Opportunity In South Manchester

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Design and Technology Teacher to join a well‑regarded secondary school in South Manchester. You will deliver an engaging curriculum, helping students develop creativity, practical skills and problem‑solving through hands‑on projects.

The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to work across Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Engineering, depending on your subject specialism. QTS or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or equivalent.
• Strong subject knowledge in Design & Technology.
• Ability to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Understanding of curriculum planning, assessment and classroom management.
• Commitment to safe workshop practice and inclusive teaching.
• Applications welcome from experienced teachers and suitable ECTs.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teach relevant subject specialisms: Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Engineering.
• Develop students' design, practical, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Prepare suitable materials, equipment and resources for classroom and workshop activities.
• Assess student work, monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and promote a positive attitude to learning.
• Ensure practical activities follow health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues to review curriculum content and share effective teaching strategies.
• Support extracurricular opportunities and contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

QTS

Design & Technology

Classroom management

Health & safety

Team collaboration

Education

PGCE / QTS or equivalent

Degree in Design & Technology or related

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Workshop equipment

Job description

• Design and Technology Teacher sought for a well-regarded secondary school in South Manchester

• Join a creative, ambitious and supportive department with a strong commitment to practical learning

• Opportunity to teach engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Work with enthusiastic students and colleagues who value innovation, creativity and academic progress

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Design and Technology Teacher to join a successful secondary school in South Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated teacher who enjoys helping students develop their creativity, practical abilities, technical understanding and problem‑solving skills.

The successful applicant will deliver an engaging Design and Technology curriculum that encourages students to explore ideas, develop design concepts and turn their plans into practical outcomes. You will be expected to plan and deliver well-structured lessons, demonstrate effective teaching techniques and create opportunities for students to develop their confidence through hands‑on learning.

The department is keen to appoint someone who can bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas to the classroom while maintaining high expectations for achievement, behaviour and personal development. Depending on your subject specialism, teaching may include Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering or other areas of the Design and Technology curriculum.

You will be responsible for preparing appropriate learning resources, assessing students' work, providing constructive feedback and monitoring progress. Practical lessons will require careful attention to health and safety, appropriate supervision and the development of safe working habits.

The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Candidates with a relevant formal teaching qualification from overseas may also be considered, subject to the school's requirements and eligibility to work in the UK.

School Information

Located in South Manchester, the school offers an opportunity to work within a community that recognises the importance of a broad, balanced and engaging education. Design and Technology plays an important role in helping students develop transferable skills, including independent thinking, resilience, collaboration and practical problem‑solving.

The school aims to provide an environment where teachers can develop professionally, share ideas and contribute to improving the quality of teaching and learning. Students are encouraged to take pride in their work, approach challenges positively and develop the knowledge and practical skills needed for future study and employment.

You will join colleagues who value effective planning, consistent classroom expectations and a curriculum that connects theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Teach relevant subject specialisms, including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Engineering, in line with departmental requirements.

• Develop students' design, practical, analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Prepare suitable materials, equipment and resources for classroom and workshop activities.

• Assess student work, monitor progress and provide clear feedback to support improvement.

• Maintain high standards of classroom behaviour and promote a positive attitude towards learning.

• Ensure practical activities follow appropriate health and safety procedures.

• Collaborate with departmental colleagues to review curriculum content and share effective teaching strategies.

• Support extracurricular opportunities and contribute to the wider school community.

Experience and Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification, ideally with QTS or equivalent recognised status.

• Strong subject knowledge in Design and Technology.

• Ability to teach relevant aspects of the subject across Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Understanding of curriculum planning, assessment and effective classroom management.

• Commitment to safe workshop practice and inclusive teaching.

• Applications welcomed from experienced teachers and suitable ECTs.

• Legal right to work in the UK.