Design Technology Teacher - Maternity Cover - Braintree

Vision for Education Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is working with a fantastic secondary school in Essex to recruit a Design Technology Teacher with a Product Design focus for a full-time maternity cover starting January.

You will deliver engaging, hands-on Design Technology lessons, inspire creativity and help students turn ideas into real projects. QTS or equivalent experience is required, and you’ll join a supportive team with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Design Technology with a Product Design specialization.
• Ability to deliver practical, hands-on lessons.
• Holds QTS or relevant teaching qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design Technology with a focus on Product Design.
• Inspire students to think creatively and solve problems.
• Deliver engaging, hands-on lessons and manage practical sessions.

Skills

Product Design focus

Creativity in the classroom

Practical teaching approach

Education

QTS or equivalent

Tools

DT classroom equipment

Job description

CALLING ALL PRODUCT DESIGN & DT TEACHERS!

Ready to design your next adventure?

We're on the hunt for a brilliant Design Technology Teacher (Product Design) to join a fantastic secondary school in Essex on a full-time maternity cover from January!

If you love seeing students turn big ideas into real-life creations, enjoy getting stuck into practical projects, and believe DT should be all about creativity, curiosity and a little bit of sawdust… we'd love to hear from you!

WHAT'S THE ROLE ALL ABOUT?

• Teaching Design Technology, with a focus on Product Design
• Inspiring students to think creatively, solve problems and bring their ideas to life
• Delivering engaging, hands‑on lessons that get students designing, making and experimenting
• Joining a supportive school team where you can make a real impact

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

• Full‑time role starting in January — a great opportunity to hit the ground running in the new year!
• A chance to make your mark in a school community and inspire the next generation of designers
• Work with Vision for Education, a friendly team who’ll support you throughout your placement
• Competitive pay based on your experience and the role
• Your own dedicated consultant to help with everything from the application process to settling into your new role
• Access to professional development and a range of opportunities through Vision for Education
• Looking for flexibility beyond this placement? We can help you explore other teaching opportunities, too!

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Someone who:
Has experience teaching Design Technology, ideally with a Product Design specialism
Can bring creativity, enthusiasm and a practical approach to the classroom
Is passionate about helping young people develop their skills and confidence
Can hit the ground running and make learning exciting
Holds QTS, or has relevant teaching experience and qualifications for the role

Whether you're an experienced DT teacher looking for your next challenge or a creative educator ready for a fresh opportunity, we'd love to chat!

Let's make something brilliant happen!

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