Design Technology Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PAYE weekly pay

Retail discounts

Gym memberships

Well-being support

Job summary

Step Teachers Ltd. is seeking a Design Technology Teacher for a full-time, long-term position in a Norfolk secondary school rated Outstanding. The role covers Key Stages 3 and 4 with a focus on practical and theory-based DT lessons designed to engage and challenge students.

The successful candidate will possess QTS or equivalent, strong DT knowledge, and excellent classroom management and communication skills. Commitment to safeguarding and staff development is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary setting.
• Strong practical and theoretical DT knowledge.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
• Inspire creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress.
• Maintain a safe and effective workshop/classroom environment.
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their potential.
• Contribute positively to the wider DT department.

Skills

QTS

Secondary DT teaching

Classroom management

Engage students

Organisational skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Design Technology Teacher

Full-Time Long-Term Opportunity Immediate Start Available

Hereis a thriving 11–16 secondary school that prides itself on providing a broad and ambitious curriculum within a positive and inclusive learning environment. The school serves over 800 pupils and is part of a successful multi-academy trust committed to high educational standards.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was judged Outstanding, with inspectors recognising the high quality of education, strong leadership, and positive culture throughout the school.

The school benefits from a collaborative staff team, supportive leadership, and a strong commitment to both pupil achievement and staff development.

Duties as a Design Technology Teacher

• Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Plan and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons
• Inspire creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
• Maintain a safe and effective workshop/classroom environment
• Support students of all abilities to achieve their potential
• Contribute positively to the wider DT department

Ideal Design Technology Teacher

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary setting
• Strong practical and theoretical DT knowledge
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to engage and motivate students of all abilities
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Benefits for Teachers and Support Staff in Norfolk

• A competitive salary – depending on experience
• PAYE weekly pay – no umbrella or self-employed setups
• Exclusive perks – retail discounts, travel offers, gym memberships
• Well-being support – access to emotional and physical wellness services via our pay portal