Design Technology Teacher

senploy; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy is working with a thriving 11-16 secondary school in Cardiff to appoint a Design Technology teacher on a full-time, long-term sickness cover from October 2026. The school, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, offers a broad curriculum and well-resourced DT facilities.

You will plan and deliver engaging practical and theory lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, assess progress, maintain a safe learning environment, and support students to develop confidence and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Must have QTS or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Design Technology within a secondary setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and practical workshop skills.
• Excellent classroom management abilities.
• Ability to engage and motivate learners of all abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
• Inspire creativity, innovation, and technical skills.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress.
• Maintain a safe and effective learning environment.
• Encourage students to develop confidence and independence.
• Contribute positively to the wider school community.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Secondary Design Technology teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Long-Term Sickness Cover October 2026 Start Available Our client is a thriving 11-16 secondary school with a strong reputation for providing a broad and ambitious curriculum.

The school is committed to ensuring students achieve their full potential in a positive and supportive learning environment.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Outstanding.

Inspectors highlighted the high quality of education, strong leadership, positive behaviour, and excellent opportunities available to pupils.

The school benefits from a collaborative staff culture, supportive leadership team, and well-resourced teaching facilities.

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons
• Inspire creativity, innovation, and technical skills
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
• Maintain a safe and effective learning environment
• Encourage students to develop confidence and independence
• Contribute positively to the wider school community
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Design Technology within a secondary setting
• Strong subject knowledge and practical workshop skills
• Excellent classroom management abilities
• Ability to engage and motivate learners of all abilities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

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