Design Technology Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-achieving independent school in Reading is seeking a creative and practical Design Technology Teacher for a maternity cover position. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons in Design Technology, supported by modern facilities and an ethos that values creativity and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) alongside a degree in Design Technology or Engineering.
• Experience teaching resistant materials and CAD.
• Confident in project-led teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Design Technology across Key Stages 3 to 5.
• Bringing design thinking and technical knowledge to life for students.

Skills

Project-led teaching

Classroom management

2D/3D design

CAD

Education

QTS + DT or Engineering degree

Job description

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Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time, Maternity Cover (6 Months)
Salary: £31,350 – £42,689 + Benefits
Location: Reading, Berkshire

We are seeking a creative and practically-minded Design Technology Teacher to join a high-achieving independent school with modern facilities and a supportive ethos. You’ll be responsible for delivering DT across KS3 to KS5, bringing design thinking and technical knowledge to life for curious and well-behaved learners.

Qualifications: QTS + DT or Engineering degree

Experience: Teaching resistant materials, 2D/3D design & CAD

Skills: Confident in project-led teaching with a blended learning approach, excellent classroom management, and lesson resources already in place

If you’re looking to work in an environment where your lessons are valued and your subject is celebrated, we want to hear from you.
Click apply now, or send your CV to [emailprotected]

For a chat about the role, contact us on 01923 954 070.