Design & Technology Teacher

Teach Now; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consultant support

Refer-a-friend bonus

AWR-aligned pay

CPD training

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher in Hertfordshire for a full-time temporary role starting 18 December 2026. You will deliver design thinking, technical knowledge and hands-on projects to older pupils, helping them translate ideas into practical outcomes.

You will plan engaging lessons, adapt tasks for varied abilities and provide constructive feedback. A calm, safe workshop environment and collaboration with colleagues are essential to support learning progress.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Experience teaching Design and Technology to older pupils.
• Strong knowledge of safe workshop practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons for older pupils
• Develop pupils technical knowledge, creativity and practical skills
• Adapt teaching to meet a range of learning needs
• Teach safe use of tools, materials and equipment
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback
• Work with departmental colleagues to support continuity of learning

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Differentiation

Workshop safety

Assessment & feedback

Education

QTS Certification

Job description

Position

Design & Technology Teacher

Contract Type

Full-time Temporary Work

Start Date

18/12/2026

Location

Hertfordshire, UK

Salary

£35,602 - £54,328 M1 to UPS3 (national teacher pay scales)

Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range.

Hours of Work

8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Email

(url removed)

Contact Name

Danna Crous

About the Role

Looking for your next Design Technology Teacher role, with room to develop older pupils creativity and practical confidence? You will teach design thinking, technical knowledge and hands-on work, helping pupils turn ideas into considered outcomes. Your subject expertise can make a clear difference to their progress.

As a Design Technology Teacher, you will shape engaging lessons, adapt tasks for different abilities and give feedback that moves learning forward. You will work with colleagues to maintain a safe, purposeful environment for practical work. If you enjoy helping young people think independently and solve design problems, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching Design and Technology to older pupils
• Strong knowledge of safe workshop practice

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons for older pupils
• Develop pupils technical knowledge, creativity and practical skills
• Adapt teaching to meet a range of learning needs
• Teach safe use of tools, materials and equipment
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback
• Work with departmental colleagues to support continuity of learning

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Bring the subject knowledge expected of a Design Technology Teacher
• Show confidence in teaching both practical and theoretical work
• Encourage independent thinking and problem-solving
• Build positive relationships with pupils
• Maintain a calm, productive learning environment
• Work collaboratively and respond flexibly to pupils needs

Benefits

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Recruitment Policy

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

Equality & Diversity

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Background Checks

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance