Design Technology Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD courses

Referral scheme

Market leading pay

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a mainstream secondary school based in Middlesbrough, seeking a Design Technology Teacher to deliver Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design to KS3/KS4. The role is full-time and long-term with an Immediate Start or January 2027 start date.

You will plan, deliver, mark and assess in line with the National Curriculum, bringing strong classroom management and a creative, practical approach to inspire students.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – ECTs welcome.
• Experience teaching Design Technology across KS3/KS4.
• Strong knowledge of Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design.
• Experience planning, delivering and marking lessons per National Curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Positive, adaptable approach to inspire students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across Resistant Materials, Woodwork and Art & Design.
• Plan, prepare, and assess with regular marking in line with curriculum.

Skills

QTS

KS3/KS4 DT

Resistant Materials

Woodwork

Art & Design

Classroom management

Job description

Start Date: Immediate Start or January 2027

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 Middlesbrough, 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 and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.