Design Technology Teacher

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

Job summary

Aspire People is supporting a well-regarded secondary school in Northampton to appoint a Design Technology Teacher. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across Design Technology, with opportunities to teach Product Design, Graphics and Food Technology, and inspiring students to develop practical skills and creativity.

The ideal candidate will have QTS or equivalent teaching experience, strong subject knowledge, and a passion for practical and creative education, thriving in a supportive

Qualifications

• QT S or equivalent teaching experience is required.
• Experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge in Product Design, Graphics or Food Technology.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Design Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• 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 materials, tools, processes and design 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

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (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 students' practical skills and inspire a genuine interest in design and technology.

The Role

• 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

• 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