Design & Technology Teacher — Inspire KS3-4 Innovation

Academics; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a Design and Technology teacher to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across KS3 and KS4 in Halifax. You will have the opportunity to specialise in Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Engineering, depending on your experience, and to foster innovation and practical skills in a supportive department.

The role invites a student-centred teacher who is enthusiastic, creative, and committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching D&T in a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and practical skills.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and a student-centred approach.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Specialise in Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, or Engineering (depending on experience).
• Encourage innovation, problem-solving, and technical skills in the classroom.
• Contribute to a collaborative and well-resourced department.
• Inspire students to explore and enjoy the world of design and technology.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Practical skills

Student-centred approach

Enthusiasm

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Academics is seeking a Design and Technology teacher to deliver engaging, hands-on lessons across KS3 and KS4 in Halifax. You will have the opportunity to specialise in Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Engineering, depending on your experience, and to foster innovation and practical skills in a supportive department.

The role invites a student-centred teacher who is enthusiastic, creative, and committed to safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.