Design and Technology Teacher

Job Title: Supply Design and Technology Teacher (Secondary)

Location: Wakefield

Placement Duration: Until the end of the academic year

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday

Salary: Paid to scale / Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Design and Technology Teacher to join a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school on a supply basis until the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students in areas such as product design, resistant materials, graphics, and/or food technology, depending on specialism.

• Deliver engaging and effective DT lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teach a variety of topics within the Design and Technology curriculum in line with national guidelines.

• Plan, prepare, and assess student work to promote progression and high achievement.

• Ensure a safe and productive learning environment within practical workshop settings.

• Contribute to the development of schemes of work and departmental planning where required.

• Support students with practical tasks, including the use of tools and machinery (as appropriate).

• Maintain a strong classroom presence and uphold behaviour expectations in line with school policy.

• Liaise with colleagues and parents/carers to support student progress and wellbeing.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Experience teaching Design and Technology at secondary level.

• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

• Ability to adapt quickly to a new school environment and work collaboratively with staff.

• A proactive, creative, and flexible approach to teaching.

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Specialism in Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, or Food Technology.

• Experience working with a range of student abilities and needs.

If this is something that you are interested, please feel free to apply.