Design Technology Teacher

Senploy; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive deals

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Job summary

Orion Academy in Oxfordshire is seeking a dedicated Design Technology Teacher to join a specialist setting. You will deliver Design Technology, Construction and Vocational Skills, creating practical learning experiences that build confidence and independence for students aged 10–18 with ASC and SEMH needs.

QTS is not essential; prior teaching, training, or vocational instruction is highly desirable. The role is full-time on a temp-to-perm basis with an immediate start, paying weekly through PAYE.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or delivering Design Technology, Construction, Engineering, Vocational Skills or Practical Subjects.
• QTS is not essential.
• Previous experience working with young people is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ASC or SEMH needs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology, Construction, and Vocational Skills lessons.
• Develop practical learning opportunities to build confidence and independence.
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of students with ASC and SEMH needs.
• Promote health and safety within workshop and practical learning environments.
• Support students in developing transferable life and employability skills.
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievement.
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapeutic teams, and school leaders.
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Design Technology

Construction

Engineering

Vocational Skills

Practical Subjects

Teaching Experience

Behaviour Management

Safeguarding

Job description

Full-Time Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Immediate Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Oxfordshire for a dedicated and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Design Technology, Construction, Vocational Education, Engineering, or Practical Skills Delivery to join a rewarding specialist setting. QTS is not essential, although previous teaching, training, or vocational instruction experience is highly desirable.

The role is available on a temp-to-perm basis and requires an immediate start. Orion Academy supports students with additional needs and offers a highly personalised approach to learning.

Our client is a specialist school for pupils aged 10-18 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is part of The Gallery Trust and provides tailored educational programmes designed to help students build confidence, independence, and employability skills.

Students benefit from a nurturing and supportive environment where practical and vocational learning plays a key role in preparing them for future success.

As a Design Technology Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging Design Technology, Construction, and Vocational Skills lessons
• Develop practical learning opportunities that build confidence and independence
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of students with ASC and SEMH needs
• Promote health and safety within workshop and practical learning environments
• Support students in developing transferable life and employability skills
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievement
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapeutic teams, and school leaders
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Ideal Design Technology:

• Experience teaching or delivering Design Technology, Construction, Engineering, Vocational Skills, or Practical Subjects
• QTS is not essential
• Previous experience working with young people is highly desirable
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ASC, or SEMH needs is advantageous
• Strong practical knowledge and workshop skills
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building abilities
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies.

• Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more.
• Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.