Design and Technology Teacher

Connex Education; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 36,539 - 73,079; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates of pay

Free access to professional development courses

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Connex Education is looking for a passionate Design & Technology Teacher to join secondary schools in the Bristol area starting September 2026. The role involves delivering engaging lessons across various Design & Technology disciplines and creating a positive learning environment for students.

With competitive daily pay and flexible opportunities tailored to your career goals, Connex Education provides ongoing support, professional development, and a commitment to safeguarding and diversity in education.

Qualifications

• Passion for inspiring young people through creative and practical learning.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to teach across a range of Design & Technology specialisms.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach flexibly across a range of Design & Technology subjects where required.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

Skills

Design & Technology teaching

Lesson planning

Creativity and innovation

Child safeguarding

Education

QTS preferred

Job description

Design & Technology Teacher (QTS)

Location: Bristol area
Salary: £150 – £300 per day, depending on the role | Weekly PAYE pay
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Are you a passionate Design & Technology Teacher who enjoys inspiring creativity, innovation, and practical problem-solving? We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Design & Technology Teachers to join secondary schools across Bristol and the surrounding areas from September 2026. Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT ready to begin your career, we have a range of flexible long‑term and short‑term opportunities available. We welcome teachers who are confident delivering lessons across a range of Design & Technology disciplines, including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, Food Technology, Textiles, and other D&T specialisms. These supply roles offer the opportunity to work in a variety of schools while helping students develop practical skills and a passion for design.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach flexibly across a range of Design & Technology subjects where required.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment, ensuring high standards of behaviour and workshop safety.
• Assess, monitor, and provide constructive feedback to support student progress and achievement.
• Inspire creativity, innovation, and confidence through practical and theoretical learning experiences.

Why Join Connex Education

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE pay – no umbrella companies.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for today’s classroom.
• Flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle and career goals.
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications, and interviews.

Person Specification

• QTS preferred, although strong secondary Design & Technology teaching experience will also be considered.
• Ability to teach across a range of Design & Technology specialisms.
• Passion for inspiring young people through creative and practical learning.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion, and diversity in education.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability, and all applicants are assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.