Design Technology Teacher

TeacherActive; Neath; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Design Technology Teacher for a temporary position in Neath, Wales. The role covers KS3, KS4 and KS5 with immediate start and potential for long-term or permanent for the right candidate.

You will plan and deliver engaging, practical DT lessons, maintain high behavioural standards and support students to develop creativity and confidence. PAYE arrangement and market-leading pay rates apply.

Qualifications

• QTS required; ECTs/NQTs welcome
• Experience teaching Design Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Strong knowledge of the Design Technology curriculum
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Ability to deliver creative, practical lessons
• Positive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, practical Design Technology lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5
• Cater to students of varying abilities while maintaining high expectations and excellent classroom management

Skills

Classroom management

KS3/KS4/KS5 teaching

Creative lesson delivery

Adaptability

Education

QTS

Job description

Wales/ temporary / £172.98 - 225.00 per day

Are you a creative and passionate Design Technology Teacher who can bring learning to life and inspire the next generation of designers and innovators?

Do you have experience teaching across KS3, KS4 and KS5, alongside strong classroom management skills?

Looking for your next exciting teaching opportunity? This could be the perfect role for you!

The Opportunity

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and welcoming mainstream secondary school in Neath, who are looking to appoint a dedicated Design Technology Teacher for an immediate start.

The school offers a positive and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop their creativity, practical abilities and confidence.

This is initially a temporary position, with the potential to become long-term or permanent for the right candidate.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, practical and inspiring Design Technology lessons across KS3, KS4 and KS5, catering to students of varying abilities while maintaining high expectations and excellent classroom management.

What We're Looking For

The successful Design Technology Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs/NQTs are welcome to apply!
• Experience teaching Design Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Strong subject knowledge and understanding of the Design Technology curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to deliver creative, engaging and practical lessons.
• A positive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching.

What's in It for You?

When working with TeacherActive, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you.
• A smooth and straightforward onboarding process.
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• Market-leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend! Terms and Conditions apply.

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning your Tax and National Insurance contributions are handled correctly, with no additional admin charges eating into your hard-earned money.

Interested? Let's Talk!

If you're a passionate Design Technology Teacher ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.