DT Teacher

Randstad Education; Leeds; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Professional development

Safeguarding training

Refer a Friend voucher

Job summary

Randstad Education is assisting a diverse Leeds secondary academy to recruit a Design and Technology teacher for KS3 and KS4, starting September 2026. The role is full-time and temporary, covering Resistant Materials, Food Preparation, and Textiles with hands-on workshops and NEA preparation.

You will plan engaging lessons, manage workshops safely, and help students build confidence and creative skills within the school's High Performance Learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Design & Technology KS3/KS4.
• Eligibility to work full-time in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver DT lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Teach Resistant Materials, Food & Nutrition, and Textiles.
• Manage workshop and kitchen safety per guidelines.
• Prepare students for GCSE and NEA portfolios.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Differentiate instruction for SEND and EAL.
• Collaborate to update schemes and integrate CAD/CAM.
• Attend parents' evenings and department meetings.

Skills

DT knowledge

Classroom management

Health & safety

Communication skills

Adaptability

Time management

Education

QTS or equivalent

Enhanced DBS clearance

Tools

CAD/CAM technologies

Job description

Are you looking for a vibrant full-time teaching opportunity starting this September?

Could you deliver dynamic, hands-on lessons across Resistant Materials, Food Preparation, and Textiles?

Do you thrive in an inclusive urban secondary school that actively celebrates diversity and continuous improvement?

About the Role

This is an exciting, full-time temporary position starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering a broad, engaging curriculum that spans Resistant Materials (timbers and plastics), Food Preparation & Nutrition/Hospitality, and Textiles. The teacher will guide students through conceptual design, material testing, safety protocols, and hands-on manufacturing. Whether leading a Key Stage 3 rotation project or preparing Key Stage 4 students for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) portfolios and practical exams, the teacher will play a key role in building student confidence, practical capability, and creative expression.

About the School

The school is a thriving, diverse secondary academy situated near central Leeds. Driven by its core, the school is committed to providing a transformative educational experience for every student. The school follows a High Performance Learning philosophy, ensuring all pupils, regardless of starting point, develop advanced cognitive capabilities and practical expertise. The Technology department is a vibrant hub featuring well-equipped workshops, dedicated food technology rooms, and modern textiles facilities, giving students the tools to realise their full creative potential.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Holds QTS, QTLS, or an equivalent recognised UK teaching qualification.
• Enhanced DBS: A valid Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
• Comprehensive knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Design & Technology at KS3 and KS4.
• Eligibility to Work: Valid legal entitlement to work full-time in the UK.

Skills Required

• Strong subject knowledge across DT specialities, including Timbers/Resistant Materials, Food, and Textiles.
• Robust classroom and behaviour management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations within school workshop and food environments.
• Clear, engaging communication skills for delivering complex practical and theoretical concepts.
• Adaptability to shift seamlessly between theoretical lessons and practical workshop management.
• Effective time management to balance lesson preparation, project setup, and marking.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging Design Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Teach practical skills across Resistant Materials, Food Preparation & Nutrition, and Textiles.
• Manage workshop and kitchen safety, ensuring all HSE, CLEAPSS, and risk-assessment guidelines are strictly maintained.
• Prepare students for GCSE and vocational qualifications, including practical coursework (NEA) and written exams.
• Assess, record, and report on student progress, providing constructive feedback that drives individual improvement.
• Maintain and manage classroom tools, machinery, equipment, and material inventory safely and efficiently.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs, including students with SEND and EAL.
• Cultivate a positive, productive classroom environment anchored in the school's high expectations and core values.
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues to update schemes of work and integrate modern CAD/CAM technologies.
• Complete standard professional duties, including attending parents' evenings, departmental meetings, and duty rotas.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Safeguarding children, Prevent and Allergy Awareness training.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).