Design Technology Teacher

TeacherActive; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Market leading pay

Referral scheme

PAYE payroll

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a qualified Design Technology Teacher to join a Sunderland secondary school on a full-time, long-term basis. The role runs from an immediate start or January 2027 start, delivering Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design across KS3/KS4.

Responsibilities include full planning, preparation, marking and ongoing assessment, with strong classroom management and a passion for inspiring students to develop practical and creative skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS (ECTs welcome)
• Experience teaching Design Technology across KS3 and KS4
• Strong subject knowledge in Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design
• Experience planning delivering and marking lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology lessons across KS3/KS4
• Plan, prepare, mark and assess student work
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and learning in the DT department

Skills

QTS

DT teaching

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Assessment

Communication

Education

QTS

Job description

Job Title: Design Technology Teacher
Location: Sunderland
Start Date: Immediate Start or January 2027
Salary: £165 - £250 per day

Are you a qualified Design Technology Teacher with experience teaching Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design across KS3 and KS4?

Do you have strong classroom management skills and the ability to deliver engaging, practical lessons?

Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher who can inspire students to develop their creativity and practical skills?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in Sunderland, who are looking to appoint a Design Technology Teacher. The school provides education to students across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, offering opportunities for students to develop their creative, technical and practical skills through Design Technology.

The school is looking to take on a dedicated Design Technology Teacher on a full-time, long-term basis, with an Immediate Start or January 2027 start date available. The successful Design Technology Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons across Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design, including full planning, preparation, marking and assessment responsibilities.

The successful Design Technology Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status / QTS (ECTs are also welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching Design Technology across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4
• Strong subject knowledge in Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design
• Experience planning, delivering and marking lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A positive, adaptable approach with the ability to engage and inspire students

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
• Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.