Design Technology Teacher

Protocol Education; Engine Common; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant support

CPD Academy access

Efficient registration process

Job summary

Protocol Education is supporting a successful secondary school in South Gloucestershire in the appointment of a Teacher of Design Technology. The role is full-time and fixed-term, starting September 2026, across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities to develop your practice in a high-achieving DT department.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, use varied assessment strategies to secure progress, contribute to pastoral care, and participate in curriculum development within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Holds UK QTS and strong subject knowledge in Design Technology.
• Experience delivering Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Able to plan engaging lessons and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons.
• Monitor and assess student achievement.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the academy.

Skills

UK QTS

DT subject knowledge

KS3/KS4 teaching

Creative teaching

Education

UK QTS

Job description

Protocol Education is supporting a successful secondary school in South Gloucestershire in the appointment of a Teacher of DT.

This is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity within a high-performing and enthusiastic DT department. The school welcomes applications from experienced teachers, ECTs and recently qualified teachers. The school are wanting the successful teacher to join them for September 2026.

The School

This secondary school has a strong track record of academic success and is driven by a clear vision: to set no limits on what students can achieve.

You’ll be joining a setting known for:

• High-quality teaching and learning
• Ambitious expectations for all students
• A culture of positivity, encouragement and progress
• Strong pastoral care and student support
• A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team

Students are motivated, engaged and keen to succeed. The school places real value on both academic achievement and personal development.

The DT Department

The DT team is experienced, innovative and committed to continuous improvement. There is a shared focus on exceptional progress across all key stages and a strong culture of collaboration.

You’ll benefit from:

• A supportive department with shared resources
• Clear curriculum frameworks across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Opportunities to refine and develop your practice
• A team ethos centred around high standards and shared success

The Role

You will:

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
• Use effective teaching and learning strategies to secure strong progress
• Monitor and assess student achievement
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the academy

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Cares deeply about young people and wants to make a difference
• Holds UK QTS and has strong subject knowledge in Design Technology
• Understands strategies that lead to exceptional progress
• Is creative, inspiring and self-motivated
• Is committed to helping students achieve both academically and personally

Whether you are an ECT building your classroom confidence or an experienced teacher looking for a supportive and ambitious environment, this role offers genuine opportunity.

Why Apply Through Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated and experienced consultant support
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• Clear and efficient registration process

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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