Dt Teacher | Highly Regarded School | Birmingham

Marchant Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Design & Technology Teacher for a highly regarded Birmingham school. The role covers KS3 to KS5, combining theory with practical work to build students' creativity and technical skills.

You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, manage workshops safely, and contribute to curriculum development and wider school life. A competitive salary is available, dependent on experience. QTS or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• QTS or a recognised equivalent teaching qualification.
• Strong knowledge across Design & Technology.
• Experience teaching DT in a UK secondary school.
• Ability to teach KS3-KS5, including KS5 where appropriate.
• Strong practical knowledge with relevant tools, materials and processes.
• Effective classroom management and communication.
• Commitment to supporting diverse abilities and fostering creativity.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3-KS5.
• Teach product design, resistant materials and practical design skills.
• Support students through design, development and evaluation projects.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and workshop safety.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop the DT curriculum.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities and wider school life.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

DT subject knowledge

KS3-KS5 delivery

Practical design skills

Classroom management

Creativity & inclusion

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Tools

Workshop tools knowledge

Job description

Location: Birmingham
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

A highly regarded school in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Design & Technology Teacher to join its department. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who can inspire students through practical learning, develop their technical skills and deliver engaging lessons across the secondary curriculum.

What the School is Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or a recognised equivalent teaching qualification.




• Strong subject knowledge across Design & Technology.




• Experience teaching DT within a UK secondary school.




• Ability to deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 where appropriate.




• Strong practical knowledge and confidence with relevant tools, materials and processes.




• Effective classroom management and communication skills.




• A commitment to supporting students of different abilities and encouraging creativity.

The Role

The successful DT Teacher will plan and deliver high-quality lessons that combine theoretical understanding with practical application. You will create an engaging learning environment where students can develop their creativity, problem-solving abilities and confidence using a range of materials and techniques.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging DT lessons across KS3-KS5, as appropriate.




• Teaching relevant areas such as product design, resistant materials and practical design skills.




• Supporting students through design, development and evaluation projects.




• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.




• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and workshop safety.




• Working collaboratively with colleagues to develop the DT curriculum.




• Contributing to extracurricular activities and wider school life where appropriate.

About the School

The school provides a positive and ambitious learning environment where students are encouraged to develop practical skills, creativity and independence. The successful candidate will join a collaborative department committed to delivering engaging lessons and supporting strong student outcomes.

Salary and Application

A competitive salary is available, dependent on experience.