Design & Technology Teacher

Academics; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ultimate flexibility

Competitive pay

Local consultant support

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Secondary Design & Technology Teacher for flexible daily supply across Warrington starting September. You will deliver practical and theory lessons across KS3/KS4 in D&T, with a focus on safe workshop work and student engagement.

Role offers excellent flexibility and weekly pay, with support from a local consultant and a strong commitment to safeguarding and professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS in Design & Technology and a related degree.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for D&T KS3/KS4.
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Ability to commute around Warrington.

Responsibilities

• Deliver D&T lessons across KS3/KS4 and cover practical and theory.
• Maintain safe, well-managed workshop environments.
• Support and assess student coursework and projects.

Skills

Workshop safety

Student guidance

Practical teaching

Health & safety

Education

UK QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Design & Technology degree

DBS Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Secondary Design & Technology Teacher - Warrington - September Start
Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an innovative, practical, and engaging Secondary Design & Technology Teacher for flexible daily supply, short-term, and long-term opportunities at supportive secondary schools across Warrington.

Design & Technology brings learning to life through problem-solving, hands‑on creation, and modern design principles. Schools across the region seek dedicated educators who can inspire student creativity while maintaining safe, well‑managed workshop environments. Whether you want long‑term placement stability or daily supply flexibility, we want to hear from you if you are ready to work as a Secondary D&T Teacher in Warrington this September.

Role Overview

Deliver & Engage: Teach practical and theoretical D&T lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (Resistant Materials, Product Design, Graphics, Engineering, or Food Technology).

Flexibility

Step into D&T departments across Warrington for daily cover, short‑term absences, or planned long‑term block placements.

Workshop Safety

Maintain high health and safety standards, enforcing workshop protocols while students work with tools, machinery, materials, and CAD/CAM software.

Student Guidance

Guide students through practical design‑and‑make projects and coursework.

Requirements

• Qualifications: UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in Design & Technology, Product Design, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Subject Knowledge: Strong command of the UK National Curriculum for D&T across KS3/KS4 and awareness of health and safety guidelines.
• Practical Skills: Confidence in managing practical workshop environments, machinery, and design‑and‑make activities safely.
• Compliance & Location: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) and the ability to commute around Warrington.

Why Join Academics?

• Ultimate Flexibility: Choose work patterns that fit your lifestyle and schedule.
• Competitive Pay: Earn excellent daily rates paid weekly through a simple online timesheet system.
• Local Network: Access diverse high schools and academies across Warrington with full support from a dedicated local consultant.

Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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