Resistant Materials Teacher

Reeson Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeson Education are seeking a fully qualified Resistant Materials Teacher to join a fantastic secondary in Central London (Tower Hamlets) for an October 2026 start. The role is full-time, based in Central London, with a day rate of £201–£275.

The school is Outstanding per Ofsted and well resourced, with a supportive Senior Leadership Team and strong community links. You will teach KS3/KS4 and be prepared to contribute to a broad Design & Technology curriculum.

Qualifications

• Qualified Resistant Materials teacher with ability to teach KS3/KS4.
• Hold Health and Safety certificates or willing to obtain them.
• Experience delivering GCSE-level work and engaging students.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 3 and 4 and deliver GCSE to a high standard.
• Be flexible to deliver across other Design and Technology specialisms.
• Plan, prepare and deliver all lessons independently and participate in extra-curricular activities.

Skills

Resistant Materials

KS3/KS4 teaching

Curriculum planning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

A great mixed comprehensive in Central London is looking for an enthusiastic, fully qualified and resourceful Resistant Materials Teacher to join their school in October2026 on a full time basis.

Resistant Materials Teacher - October2026 start

Central London, Tower Hamlets

£201 - £275 per day

'Outstanding' Grade1 Ofsted, Secondary School

Superb rates of pay

October2026 start

Well-resourced and managed department

Experienced and motivated Senior Leadership Team

Students demonstrate great aptitude and design flair in creative subjects

SCHOOL INFORMATION - Resistant Materials Teacher

The school is based in a fantastic area, easily accessible and was rated as "Outstanding" by OFSTED in its most recent inspection, its third in succession. This Secondary School prides itself on an excellent all-round education that its students leave with, many of whom go on to higher education and skilled vocational employment. They have strong relationships with the local community and parents/carers of the student body. Their collegiate feel is evident in everything they do and this harbours great relationships with local business and stakeholders who support the school.

• Opportunities to feel welcomed into a caring and encouraging ethos
• Opportunities to engage in the rich and varied curriculum offered at the school
• Opportunities to have the highest quality of education through outstanding teaching, learning and pastoral care
• Opportunities to feel a sense of belonging by fully embracing all the extra-curricular activities
• Opportunities to engage in learning which develops the character of young people today into the adults we need them to be for the future

Additional information

• Fantastic facilities, open plan learning environment
• Strong and established Design Technology department
• Friendly staff
• Health & Safety certification can be obtained (necessary for the practical element)

THE ROLE - Resistant Materials Teacher

You will be teaching Key Stage 3 and 4 and will need to be confident in delivering GCSE to a high standard. The School are looking fro a Resistant Materials Teacher specialist, however as all are offered on the modern curriculum a multi skilled practitioner would be ideal to complement the department. Whilst they will look to focus on your subject strength, willingness to be flexible and deliver across other specialisms is desired. You will need to hold all of the necessary Health and Safety certificates, or be wiling to undertake them as part of the role.

Students and teachers alike enjoy lessons, which make for a positive and purposeful atmosphere throughout the school. This school is only looking to employ passionate educators, candidates who are prepared to fully immerse themselves in the school community, be willing to plan, prepare and deliver all lessons independently and take part in extra curricular activities.

The Design and Technology department is well resourced and well run, the team work together and continually raise standards. The School focuses and invests in STEM subjects, benefiting from the additional support that a newly appointed STEM leader will be able to offer. They also have experienced technicians to help facilitate lesson preparation.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07