Design Technology Teacher

Step Teachers; Bicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a passionate Design Technology Teacher to join a well-resourced department at a great school starting in September 2025. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, teaching various DT disciplines, and fostering student creativity and problem-solving skills. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status and demonstrate a strong commitment to practical learning and classroom management, contributing to a dynamic educational environment and supportive community.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge in Design Technology.
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across Key Stages.
• Create a safe learning environment for practical exploration.
• Assess student progress and contribute to curriculum development.

Skills

Classroom Management

Passion for Practical Learning

Collaborative Teamwork

Use of Digital Design Technologies

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Design Technology Teacher to join a forward-thinking and well-resourced department at a great school. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the creativity, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities of our students. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Design Technology Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and Key Stage 5 if applicable)

• Teach a range of DT disciplines, such as Product Design, Engineering, Graphics, Textiles, or Resistant Materials

• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages practical exploration and design thinking

• Use a range of materials, tools, machinery, and digital technologies (e.g. CAD/CAM) confidently and safely

• Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and prepare pupils for qualifications and assessments

• Contribute to curriculum development, projects, and the creation of inspiring schemes of work

• Manage classroom tools and resources, ensuring all health and safety regulations are met

• Support enrichment opportunities such as clubs, competitions, and design events

• Engage with parents, carers and colleagues to support student progress

• Uphold school policies including behaviour, safeguarding, and equal opportunities

Ideal Design Technology Teacher:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or equivalent)

• Has a specialism in one or more areas of Design Technology

• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and a passion for practical learning

• Is confident with traditional and digital design technologies

• Has strong classroom management skills and a commitment to inclusive teaching as the Design Technology Teacher.

• Works collaboratively as part of a team and contributes to whole-school initiatives

• Is reflective, organised, and committed to continuous professional development

Why Class Act?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Class Act, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. 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.

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