Design Technology Teacher

Step Teachers Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Academy in Oxfordshire is recruiting a Design Technology Teacher for a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with an immediate start. The role focuses on delivering Design Technology, Construction, and vocational skills to students aged 10–18 with ASC/SEMH needs, in a supportive specialist setting.

QTS is not essential, but experience in vocational education or practical skills delivery is valued. The school emphasises practical learning, safety, and building independence and employability

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or delivering Design Technology, Construction, Engineering, Vocational Skills, or Practical Subjects.
• QTS is not essential
• Previous experience working with young people is highly desirable
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ASC, or SEMH needs is advantageous
• Strong practical knowledge and workshop skills
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building abilities
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology, Construction, and Vocational Skills lessons
• Develop practical learning opportunities that build confidence and independence
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of students with ASC and SEMH needs
• Promote health and safety within workshop and practical learning environments
• Support students in developing transferable life and employability skills
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievement
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapeutic teams, and school leaders
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Design Technology

Workshop skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Job description

Design Technology Teacher

Full-Time Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Immediate Start Available

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Oxfordshire for a dedicated and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in Design Technology, Construction, Vocational Education, Engineering, or Practical Skills Delivery to join a rewarding specialist setting. QTS is not essential, although previous teaching, training, or vocational instruction experience is highly desirable.

The role is available on a temp-to-perm basis and requires an immediate start. Orion Academy supports students with additional needs and offers a highly personalised approach to learning.

Our client is a specialist school for pupils aged 10–18 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school is part of The Gallery Trust and provides tailored educational programmes designed to help students build confidence, independence, and employability skills.

Students benefit from a nurturing and supportive environment where practical and vocational learning plays a key role in preparing them for future success.

As a Design Technology Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging Design Technology, Construction, and Vocational Skills lessons
• Develop practical learning opportunities that build confidence and independence
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of students with ASC and SEMH needs
• Promote health and safety within workshop and practical learning environments
• Support students in developing transferable life and employability skills
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievement
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapeutic teams, and school leaders
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Ideal Design Technology:

• Experience teaching or delivering Design Technology, Construction, Engineering, Vocational Skills, or Practical Subjects
• QTS is not essential
• Previous experience working with young people is highly desirable
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ASC, or SEMH needs is advantageous
• Strong practical knowledge and workshop skills
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building abilities
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.