Textiles Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in England is seeking a passionate Textiles Teacher for a full-time, temporary role in Leeds. This position aims at inspiring students through creativity and hands-on learning in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates hold Qualified Teacher Status and have a strong grasp of Textiles. Competitive daily pay rates ranging from £140 to £220 are offered. Opportunities to work in resource-rich schools and CPD support are included.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates (£140–£220)

Consistent support during placement

Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

Qualifications

• Must possess Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Textiles and Design & Technology is essential.
• Experience with managing practical lessons and equipment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Textiles lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach practical skills like sewing and fabric techniques.
• Encourage creativity and craftsmanship among students.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Strong subject knowledge in Textiles or Design & Technology

Confident managing practical lessons and workshop equipment

Creative and enthusiastic about teaching

Recent experience teaching Textiles in UK secondary schools

Job description

Textiles Teacher – Full-Time (Temporary)

Pay: £140–£220 per day (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel is pleased to be working with one of our partner secondary schools to recruit a creative and skilled Textiles Teacher for a full-time, temporary role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about design, creativity, and hands‑on learning, and who enjoys inspiring students through fashion and textile design ✂️✨

The Role

• Deliver engaging Textiles lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous)
• Teach practical skills such as sewing, pattern making, fabric techniques, and surface decoration
• Encourage creativity, independent design thinking, and craftsmanship
• Maintain a safe, well‑organised, and inclusive practical learning environment
• Support the wider Design & Technology department as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge in Textiles or Design & Technology
• Confident managing practical lessons and workshop equipment
• Creative, organised, and enthusiastic about teaching
• Recent experience teaching Textiles in UK secondary schools

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates (£140–£220)
• Full‑time, temporary placement with consistency and support
• A friendly, experienced consultant who understands your needs
• Opportunities to work in well‑resourced and supportive schools
• Access to CPD, training, and safeguarding support

If you’re a passionate Textiles Teacher looking for a rewarding role where creativity and practical skills are celebrated, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV and take the next step with Teaching Personnel – the UK’s leading education recruitment agency.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.