Design Technology Teacher - Temp-to-Perm, Immediate Start

Step Teachers Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Academy in Oxfordshire is recruiting a Design Technology Teacher for a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with an immediate start. The role focuses on delivering Design Technology, Construction, and vocational skills to students aged 10–18 with ASC/SEMH needs, in a supportive specialist setting.

QTS is not essential, but experience in vocational education or practical skills delivery is valued. The school emphasises practical learning, safety, and building independence and employability

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or delivering Design Technology, Construction, Engineering, Vocational Skills, or Practical Subjects.
• QTS is not essential
• Previous experience working with young people is highly desirable
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ASC, or SEMH needs is advantageous
• Strong practical knowledge and workshop skills
• Excellent behaviour management and relationship-building abilities
• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology, Construction, and Vocational Skills lessons
• Develop practical learning opportunities that build confidence and independence
• Adapt learning to meet the needs of students with ASC and SEMH needs
• Promote health and safety within workshop and practical learning environments
• Support students in developing transferable life and employability skills
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievement
• Work closely with teaching assistants, therapeutic teams, and school leaders
• Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment

Skills

Design Technology

Workshop skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Safeguarding

Job description

Orion Academy in Oxfordshire is recruiting a Design Technology Teacher for a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with an immediate start. The role focuses on delivering Design Technology, Construction, and vocational skills to students aged 10–18 with ASC/SEMH needs, in a supportive specialist setting.

QTS is not essential, but experience in vocational education or practical skills delivery is valued. The school emphasises practical learning, safety, and building independence and employability