Inspiring Design & Technology Teacher (KS3-4)

AMA Admin; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD resources

Fast registration

Flexible opportunities

Exclusive vacancies

Teaching support

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a creative Design & Technology Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Barnsley from September 2026. You will deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3 and KS4, combining practical making with theory to foster problem-solving and creativity in students.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, strong classroom management, and a DBS Update Service check or willingness to obtain one. Start date September 2026, full-time contract.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage learners of all abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Milk Education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Design & Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach both practical and theoretical elements of the curriculum, including designing, making, evaluating and technical knowledge.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every student can succeed.
• Assess, monitor and support student progress, adapting your teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure all workshop and classroom activities comply with health and safety requirements.
• Encourage creativity, independent thinking and confidence through hands-on learning.
• Support extracurricular opportunities such as STEM projects, design competitions and enrichment activities where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding outcomes for students.
• Maintain high professional standards while supporting the values and ethos of the school.

Skills

Design & Technology teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Milk Education is seeking a creative Design & Technology Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Barnsley from September 2026. You will deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3 and KS4, combining practical making with theory to foster problem-solving and creativity in students.

The role requires QTS or equivalent, strong classroom management, and a DBS Update Service check or willingness to obtain one. Start date September 2026, full-time contract.