Design Technology Teacher

The Education Network Birmingham; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network is seeking a dedicated Design Technology Teacher to join a Warwickshire secondary school from September 2026, delivering Food & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4 on a full-time, long-term basis.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment while upholding high expectations for behaviour and attainment. The role requires QTS or eligibility as an ECT and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or is an ECT.
• Experience teaching Design Technology with Food & Nutrition specialization.
• Experience teaching KS3 & KS4.
• Confident delivering practical and theory-based lessons.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Committed to supporting student progress and attainment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality DT lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment with high behaviour expectations.
• Develop both practical and theoretical knowledge in Food & Nutrition.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Practical & theory lessons

Commitment to progress

Education

QTS

ECT

Job description

Design Technology Teacher

Key Details

• Position: Design Technology Teacher
• Specialism: Food & Nutrition
• Location: Warwickshire
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract: Full-time, long-term
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

The Role

A secondary school in Warwickshire is seeking a passionate and dedicated Design Technology Teacher specialising in Food & Nutrition to join its department from September 2026 on a full-time, long-term basis.

The successful candidate will teach Food & Nutrition across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging and practical lessons that develop students' knowledge, creativity, technical skills, and understanding of food preparation and nutrition. You will support students in making strong progress while encouraging them to develop confidence and independence in practical work.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons, assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment. You will uphold high expectations for behaviour and achievement while ensuring students develop both practical and theoretical knowledge within the subject.

The Candidate

• Hold QTS or be an ECT
• Have experience teaching Design Technology, with a specialism in Food & Nutrition
• Have experience teaching across KS3 and KS4
• Be confident delivering practical and theory-based lessons
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Be committed to supporting student progress and raising attainment
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a genuine passion for Food & Nutrition and inspiring young people

The School

The school offers a welcoming and supportive working environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and student achievement.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative working, and opportunities for professional development. The Design Technology department is committed to developing students' practical skills, creativity, confidence, and understanding of the subject.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Technology Teacher specialising in Food & Nutrition seeking a full-time, long-term role in Warwickshire starting September 2026, with the opportunity to teach KS3 and KS4 within a supportive secondary school.

Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

The Education Network Offer

An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.