DT Teacher - Telford - September 2025

Vacancy: Design & Technology Teacher
Location: Telford, Shropshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time

We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and dedicated Design & Technology Teacher to join our respected and dynamic faculty from September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for creativity and innovation in young learners, and for delivering high-quality teaching within a well-equipped and supportive environment.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive and engaging Design & Technology curriculum to students at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with the potential for teaching at Key Stage 5 for an experienced practitioner. The role involves planning and delivering lessons in a variety of design disciplines, including product design, resistant materials, and engineering. As a key member of the team, you will work collaboratively to maintain high academic standards and encourage student growth and achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach Design & Technology across Key Stage 3 and 4 (and potentially Key Stage 5)

Develop and implement effective lesson plans and schemes of work

Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing constructive feedback

Promote a safe and conducive learning environment, ensuring high standards of discipline and engagement

Contribute to departmental meetings, planning, and curriculum development

Engage with professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices

Essential Criteria:

A qualified teacher with QTS (or equivalent)

A proven track record in teaching Design & Technology at secondary level

Sound knowledge of the national curriculum and exam specifications

Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

A commitment to providing a stimulating and challenging learning experience for all students

We Offer:

A vibrant and supportive school community

State-of-the-art facilities and well-equipped design technology workshops

A strong commitment to professional development and career progression

Opportunities to participate in cross-curricular projects and initiatives

A competitive salary and attractive benefits package

We invite applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are enthusiastic about joining a forward-thinking school that values educational excellence.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.