Teacher of Design and Technology. Job in Derby Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Derby is seeking a creative and committed Teacher of Design and Technology to inspire students from September 2025. This full-time role offers excellent facilities and the potential for permanent placement, focusing on practical, skills-based learning.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Opportunities for CPD

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Design and Technology at Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Specialism in product design, resistant materials, or related DT discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach creative, hands-on DT lessons.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development.
• Support student progress through effective assessment.

Skills

Classroom Management

Problem Solving

Design Thinking

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher of Design and Technology - Full-Time Secondary School - Derby September 2025 Start

• Location: Derby

• Start Date: September 2025

• Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only

• Daily Rate: .62 (dependent on experience and pay scale)

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a well-resourced and forward-thinking secondary school in Derby to recruit a creative and committed Teacher of Design and Technology (DT) to join their team on a full-time basis from September 2025. This is a long-term role for the academic year, with the potential to become permanent.

About the Role:

As a Teacher of Design and Technology, you will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring students in areas such as product design, resistant materials, graphics, or engineering (depending on your specialism). You'll have access to excellent facilities and work alongside a supportive team committed to practical, skills-based learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach creative, hands-on DT lessons that motivate and challenge learners

• Contribute to curriculum planning and resource development within the DT department

• Support student progress through effective assessment, feedback, and classroom management

• Maintain a safe and productive workshop environment in line with health and safety regulations

• Encourage innovation, problem-solving, and design thinking in all learners

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching Design and Technology at Key Stage 3 and 4

• Specialism in product design, resistant materials, or related DT discipline

• Strong classroom management skills and enthusiasm for practical teaching

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates: .62 based on experience

• A full-time opportunity in a supportive, well-equipped department

• Opportunities for CPD and long-term career development

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Tradewind consultant

Apply Now:

If you're a talented Design and Technology Teacher seeking a fresh, full-time opportunity from September 2025, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact: Ben Moses
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