Design & Technology Teacher

Excell Supply; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Design & Technology Teacher to join a forward-thinking team in Ellesmere Port. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to curriculum development. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have knowledge in various D&T disciplines. The agency offers excellent pay, support from professional mentors, and access to continuous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent rates of pay

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Opportunity for permanent positions

Access to CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge in one or more D&T disciplines such as Product Design or Food Technology.
• Ability to deliver engaging lessons to diverse abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the D&T curriculum.
• Create inspiring, practical, and safe learning environments for students.
• Assess and report on student progress effectively.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Ability to motivate students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Design & Technology Teacher to join our dynamic and forward‑thinking team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for inspiring students, strong subject knowledge, and the ability to deliver engaging lessons across KS3‑KS4 (and KS5 if applicable). This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative teacher to contribute to the ongoing development of our D&T provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons in line with the D&T curriculum.
• Create inspiring, practical, and safe learning environments for pupils of all abilities.
• Assess, track, and report on student progress effectively.
• Contribute to curriculum development and department initiatives.
• Maintain excellent classroom management and promote positive behaviour.
• Participate in extracurricular and enrichment activities, including clubs, competitions, or project work.
• Ensure health and safety standards are upheld in all practical environments.

About You

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge in one or more D&T disciplines (e.g., Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, Food Technology, Textiles).
• Ability to motivate and engage students through practical and theoretical learning.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What to expect from Excell Supply

• Excellent rates of pay
• A designated Account Manager who has strong working relationships with schools in your area.
• Pension Scheme and Holiday Pay.
• Opportunity for permanent positions.
• Support and advice from our professional mentors including lesson observations.
• Access to a full calendar of CPD opportunities in the form of our Twilight Training Programme and other courses delivered during the school holidays.

We are a local agency business based in North Wales, Cheshire and the Wirral, we have an easy registration process with no sign‑up fee and the opportunity to progress your career with free training through Achieve More Training.

As members of the REC and Umbrella body to the DBS, Excell Supply is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children, and as such all applicants will be subject to employment checks and must have a valid Enhanced DBS certificate.

Important Notice: To apply for the above position all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, or eligible to apply for a relevant work visa. Excell Supply are unable to offer a work permit to any applicant or facilitate work permits for any vacancy.

Excell Supply is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.