Engineering Teacher

TeacherActive; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an Engineering Teacher for a long-term, full-time position in Derby. The role involves teaching Key Stage 5 students and preparing them for exams in Design Technology. The successful candidate will work within a supportive environment, helping students achieve excellent results. Benefits include market-leading pay, dedicated consultants, CPD courses, and a referral scheme. This position offers a chance to thrive in a well-respected secondary school with strong community ties.

Benefits

24/7 consultant support

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral Scheme up to £200

Paid on PAYE basis

Qualifications

• QTS with Design Technology or Engineering specialism (ECTs are also welcomed).
• Experience teaching Engineering at Key Stage 5.
• Excellent classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Work across Key Stage 5, including exam preparation.
• Help students achieve excellent results in Engineering.
• Implement schemes of learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Teaching Engineering at Key Stage 5

Education

QTS with Design Technology or Engineering specialism

Job description

Job Title

Engineering Teacher

Location

Derby

Start Date

February 2026

Salary

£168 - £232 per day

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in the Allestree area of Derby. The school is a well‑subscribed secondary school with a feel of the community. The school boasts fantastic facilities and offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote students' engagement, to help them flourish personally and academically.

The school is looking to take on an Engineering Teacher on a long term, full‑time placement within their Design Technology department. The successful applicant will be working across Key Stage 5, including exam preparation for exams. The role will be paramount in helping students achieve excellent results in the subject, whilst following and implementing the schemes of learning.

Qualifications

• QTS with Design Technology or Engineering specialism (ECTs are also welcomed)
• Experience teaching Engineering at Key Stage 5
• Excellent classroom management

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• All staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring correct tax and National Insurance and no hidden admin charges

If you are interested in this position, click 'APPLY NOW' and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.