Dt Teacher

Protocol Education Limited; Aberford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming school environment

Professional development opportunities

Well-equipped workshops

Collaborative department

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Make a difference in students' lives

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher for a Bradford school on a full-time, permanent basis. Teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a KS5 option, inspiring creativity, practical skills and problem-solving in students.

Applicants will have QTS or equivalent, a DT degree, and strong classroom management with safeguarding awareness. The role offers well-equipped workshops and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Degree in Design & Technology or related subject.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary level.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Teach Design & Technology theory and practicals (Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, etc.).
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and attainment.
• Create a positive classroom environment that promotes behaviour and learning.
• Maintain high health and safety standards in workshops and practical spaces.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement.
• Support students of varying abilities to achieve strong outcomes.
• Participate in the wider life of the school.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Organisation

Education

QTS or equivalent

DT degree or related subject

Secondary DT teaching experience

Job description

Design & Technology Teacher

Location: Bradford
Salary: (Dependent on Experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Inspire Creativity. Develop Practical Skills. Shape Future Innovators.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Design & Technology Teacher to join our successful and supportive teaching team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who can inspire students to develop their creativity, problem-solving abilities, and practical skills through engaging Design & Technology lessons.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the ability to contribute to Key Stage 5 considered an advantage. You will motivate students to achieve their full potential while fostering a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of Design & Technology, including specialist areas where applicable (Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, etc.).
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and attainment.
• Create a positive classroom environment that promotes excellent behaviour and learning.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety within workshops and practical learning spaces.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement initiatives.
• Support students of varying abilities to achieve strong outcomes and develop a passion for design and innovation.
• Participate fully in the wider life of the school.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• A degree or relevant qualification in Design & Technology or a related subject.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary school level.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• A commitment to raising achievement and promoting positive student outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of current safeguarding practices and educational developments.

We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Well-equipped workshops and teaching facilities.
• A collaborative and experienced department.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and staff benefits.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks, and other safer recruitment procedures.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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