Teacher of Design Technology

Protocol Education; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD opportunities

Supportive leadership

Long-term and permanent opportunities

No umbrella companies

Job summary

Protocol Education Limited in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a passionate Design Technology Teacher to join a supportive secondary school. You will deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3-4 and teach across DT disciplines including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Engineering or Graphics.

The role offers long-term and permanent opportunities with a January/Easter start and competitive PAYE rates. The school emphasises inclusion, high expectations and strong pastoral care.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Degree in Design Technology, Engineering, Product Design or related field.
• Strong curriculum knowledge across KS3 and KS4.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young people.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Design Technology lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Teach across Product Design, Resistant Materials, Engineering or Graphics.
• Support students with varying abilities to achieve potential.
• Develop creativity, problem-solving and practical skills.
• Differentiate learning to meet all learners' needs.
• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback.
• Create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and high standards in class.

Skills

Inspiring teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

QTS or equivalent

Degree in Design Technology / Engineering / Product Design

Job description

Are you a passionate Design Technology Teacher looking to join a supportive and ambitious secondary school where creativity, innovation and student success are at the heart of everything they do?

Protocol Education is working with a successful secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Design Technology to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a diverse and inclusive school community that places students at the centre of everything it does. The school is committed to high expectations, strong academic outcomes and ensuring every learner feels valued, supported and able to succeed.

Newcastle upon Tyne

£168.80 - £261.78 per day (PAYE)

Full-Time | Immediate, January & Easter Starts Available

Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities

The Role

As a Teacher of Design Technology, you will:

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Design Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Teach across one or more DT disciplines, including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Engineering or Graphics
• Support students of varying abilities to achieve their academic potential
• Develop students' creativity, problem-solving and practical skills
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all learners
• Monitor progress and provide effective feedback
• Create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality teaching and learning
• Promote positive behaviour and high standards within the classroom

Why This School?

This school is proud of its diverse and inclusive community, where students are encouraged to be ambitious, resilient and aspirational.

Staff work collaboratively to create a culture of achievement, belonging and opportunity, ensuring every student feels supported, challenged and valued. The school combines strong academic expectations with excellent pastoral care, helping young people develop into confident, compassionate and successful individuals.

Teachers benefit from a supportive leadership team, a collaborative staff culture and a shared commitment to continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a school where professional development is actively encouraged and staff are empowered to make a real difference.

We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A degree in Design Technology, Engineering, Product Design or a related subject
• Strong curriculum knowledge across KS3 and KS4
• The ability to inspire and motivate young people
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• A commitment to raising attainment and supporting all learners

Applications are welcome from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

Pay & Benefits

• £168.80 - £261.78 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• No umbrella companies
• Long-term and permanent opportunities
• Access to high-quality CPD
• Supportive leadership and department structure
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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