Design & Technology Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing provider seeks an enthusiastic Teacher of Design & Technology for a secondary school in Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate will inspire students across Key Stage 3 and teach GCSE-level courses, supported by a well-resourced department. This full-time, permanent position offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and impactful teaching in a progressive educational environment.

Benefits

Flexible contract options

Competitive pay package

Weekly payments

Professional development opportunities

Support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Skilled teacher of Design and Technology.
• Ability to teach a range of D&T disciplines at Key Stage 3 and GCSE.
• Passion for subject and creativity to engage students.

Responsibilities

• Inspire students across Key Stage 3 and deliver Product Design or Engineering at GCSE.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Engage in professional development and share best practices.

Skills

Motivation

Creativity

Collaboration

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking to recruit a Teacher of Design & Technology for a Secondary school in Milton Keynes!

Teacher of Design and Technology (TMS/UPS)
Start Date: September 2025
Suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: TMS/UPS

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology to join a thriving and well-resourced department within a successful secondary school. This role is ideal for a teacher who can inspire students across Key Stage 3 and deliver Product Design or Engineering at GCSE level. There is also the potential to teach A Level for candidates with the appropriate experience or aspiration.

The Design and Technology department is a key area of the school, with state-of-the-art resources including a dedicated 3D printing suite and modern equipment used extensively in projects from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5. The department is supported by two experienced technicians and operates within two fully equipped D&T blocks with spacious classrooms and ample storage.

Design and Technology is a core subject for all students from Year 7 to Year 11, reflecting its valued role in the curriculum. The subject is popular among students, and the department has a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and collaboration with external partners, including exam boards and educational networks.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a motivated and skilled teacher of Design and Technology
• Have the ability to teach a range of D&T disciplines at Key Stage 3 and GCSE
• Possess a passion for their subject and the creativity to engage students
• Be open to professional development and sharing best practices
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team

The school offers a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, along with bespoke CPD opportunities tailored to professional growth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and supportive department making a real impact on students’ futures.

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel:

✓ Become part of the UK's leading education staffing provider
✓ Temp to perm option - flexible contract to assess if the role is really for you
✓Competitive payment package
✓ Paid weekly
✓ Opportunities for professional development and growth with our highly effective CPD Academy
✓ Be part of a 12 week flexible probationary period, with the flexibility to leave if the school isn’t the right fit for you
✓ Dedicated and Experienced Secondary Consultant (4+ of experience working in the area) as your point of contact for opportunities and to manage your experience working with Teaching Personnel
✓ An established agency remaining open during COVID and furloughing our Teachers, with over 80+ branches nationwide
✓ Guidance for Graduates who are seeking their first role in education as part of our Future Teachers Programme

Like the sound of this role?

We look forward to your application!

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