Design Technology Teacher: Inspire Hands-On KS3-4

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE payments

Dedicated recruitment consultant

CPD access through The National Career

Interview and lesson-preparation help

Opportunities for long-term/permanent\

Opportunities across GreaterManchester

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Design Technology Teacher in Salford to join a busy secondary department from September 2026. The role covers KS3 and KS4, with a long-term temporary contract and a daily rate of 175–240 depending on experience.

You will plan and deliver practical and theory-based lessons, inspiring creativity and high achievement while maintaining safe workshop practice and strong classroom management. Applications from ECTs and experienced DT teachers are welcome.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience teaching Design Technology at secondary level.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging practical lessons.
• Excellent subject knowledge in Design Technology.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and committed to raising student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design Technology lessons.
• Teach practical and theory-based elements of the curriculum.
• Inspire students to develop creativity, problem-solving and technical skills.
• Prepare and deliver lessons matched to abilities.
• Monitor and assess student progress.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Ensure safety in practical activities.
• Collaborate with department colleagues.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

DT teaching experience

Classroom management

Engaging practical lessons

Reliable and enthusiastic

Education

QTS or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a Design Technology Teacher in Salford to join a busy secondary department from September 2026. The role covers KS3 and KS4, with a long-term temporary contract and a daily rate of 175–240 depending on experience.

You will plan and deliver practical and theory-based lessons, inspiring creativity and high achievement while maintaining safe workshop practice and strong classroom management. Applications from ECTs and experienced DT teachers are welcome.