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Design Technology Teacher
Job description
Are you a creative and practical educator with a passion for design and innovation?
We are seeking a motivated and inspiring Design Technology Teacher to join a dynamic secondary school. The successful candidate will teach DT across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to deliver KS5 for experienced applicants. Beginning September 2025.
Duties as a Design Technology Teacher:
Teach a range of DT disciplines, such as Resistant Materials, Product Design, Textiles, Graphics, or Engineering.
Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on lessons that foster problem-solving, creativity, and technical skill.
Ensure a safe and well-managed workshop/classroom environment.
Assess and monitor pupil progress, offering constructive feedback and differentiated support.
Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities such as DT clubs or competitions.
Ideal Design Technology Teacher:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
A relevant degree in Design Technology or a related subject.
Experience teaching DT at KS3 and KS4 .
Strong classroom management skills and a practical, enthusiastic approach as a Design Technology Teacher.
Good working knowledge of tools, machinery, and CAD/CAM software.
Why Step Teachers?
With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.
Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.
Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.
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