Design Technology Teacher

Aspire People; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher for a well-regarded secondary school in Milton Keynes. Deliver engaging lessons across Design Technology, including Product Design, Graphics and Food Technology, and inspire practical, creative learning.

The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent, strong subject knowledge, and a passion for helping every learner reach their potential within a collaborative department.

Qualifications

• Has qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge in Product Design, Graphics, Food Technology or related areas.
• Passionate about practical and creative education.
• High expectations of students and commitment to helping every learner achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Design Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teach across Product Design, Graphics and/or Food Technology as required.
• Develop students' practical, creative and problem-solving skills.
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in developing confidence with materials, tools and techniques.
• Assess and monitor student progress effectively.
• Contribute positively to the Design Technology department and school community.

Skills

Design Technology

Product Design

Graphics

Food Technology

Education

QTS

Job description

A well-regarded secondary school is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Design Technology Teacher to join its dedicated and supportive department.

The successful candidate will be able to deliver engaging, practical and inspiring lessons across Design Technology, with opportunities to teach areas such as Product Design, Graphics and Food Technology. The school is looking for a teacher who can encourage creativity, develop student's practical skills and inspire a genuine interest in design and technology.

The Role

The successful Design Technology Teacher will:

• Plan and deliver high-quality Design Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teach across relevant specialisms, including Product Design, Graphics and/or Food Technology.
• Develop students' practical, creative and problem-solving skills.
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Support students in developing confidence with a range of materials, tools, processes and design techniques.
• Assess and monitor student progress effectively.
• Contribute positively to the wider Design Technology department and school community.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent teaching experience.
• Has experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Has strong subject knowledge in Product Design, Graphics, Food Technology or related areas.
• Is passionate about practical and creative education.
• Has high expectations of students and is committed to helping every learner achieve their potential.
• Is organised, enthusiastic and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks