Design & Technology Teacher - Resistant Materials

Elementa Support Services Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A trusted education partner in Bristol is seeking an experienced Design & Technology Teacher specializing in Resistant Materials. This part-time ongoing role offers a dynamic environment where the candidate will inspire students through practical design technology lessons. Ideal for those with QTS or QTLS, the position promotes a positive learning atmosphere and requires a commitment to student development. Marking responsibilities are included with planning support provided. Start date is January 5th, 2025.

Benefits

Weekly pay

PAYE contract with employee protections

Access to training and support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Resistant Materials or Design & Technology at secondary level.
• A creative and professional approach to instruction.
• Commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design & Technology focusing on Resistant Materials.
• Foster student development in practical design lessons.
• Mark students' work and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Teaching Resistant Materials

Classroom management

Student engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)

Job description

Location: Bristol

Pay: £145 - £202.85 per day

Type: Ongoing contract

Hours: part-time 0.8

Start date: January 5th 2026

Are you an experienced Design & Technology Teacher specialising in Resistant Materials seeking a rewarding ongoing opportunity? Elementa Support Services, a trusted partner to schools and education settings across the South of England and beyond, is working with an esteemed Multi Academy Trust based in Bristol, to find a dedicated Design & Technology Teacher, specialising in Resistant Materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in wood work, textiles and engineering, as well as the other key areas of resistant materials.

This position offers an excellent chance for a qualified teacher with a strong background in D&T, particularly resistant materials and woodwork, to make a positive impact within a dynamic educational environment. The role is ideal for those with QTS or QTLS status and a genuine passion for inspiring students in practical and creative design technology lessons.

This is a part-time position (4 days per week), starting on January 5th 2025, on an ongoing basis, with the likelihood of a long-term placement. Marking will be required; however, all planning will be provided initially.

What We Are Looking For:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
• Proven experience teaching Resistant Materials or D&T at secondary level
• An engaging, creative, and professional approach to classroom management and instruction
• A commitment to supporting students’ development and fostering a positive learning environment
• High standards of vetting & compliance, ensuring safe and effective teaching practice

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20)unless you have a current EnhancedDBS subscribed to theupdate service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information click apply now or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.