At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging lessons in Design Technology, focusing on practical skills and creativity.
- Company: Supportive secondary school in Telford with a strong emphasis on practical learning.
- Benefits: Excellent pay, professional development opportunities, and a welcoming environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to student success and creativity.
- Why this job: Shape the future of young innovators in engineering and design while enjoying a fulfilling teaching career.
- Qualifications: QTS or ECT with experience in teaching Design Technology across KS3 and KS4.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
A secondary school in Telford is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher to join its department from September 2026 on a full-time, long-term basis. The successful candidate will teach Design Technology across KS3 and KS4, with a particular focus on Resistant Materials, Engineering, and Product Design. You will deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons that encourage creativity, innovation, technical understanding, and problem-solving while equipping students with valuable design and manufacturing skills.
Working within a supportive Design Technology department, you will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons, assessing student progress, maintaining excellent health and safety standards within workshop environments, and supporting students in completing a range of practical design and engineering projects. You will inspire learners to develop confidence in designing, manufacturing, and evaluating products while preparing them for further study and future careers in engineering, construction, manufacturing, and product design.
The Candidate
- Hold QTS or be an ECT
- Have experience teaching Design Technology across KS3 and KS4
- Be confident delivering Resistant Materials, Engineering, and Product Design
- Demonstrate excellent classroom and workshop management skills
- Have a strong understanding of health and safety procedures within practical subjects
- Be committed to supporting student progress and raising attainment
- Have a passion for practical education and inspiring young people through innovation and design
The School
The school provides a welcoming and supportive environment where practical learning is highly valued. Staff benefit from strong leadership, well-equipped specialist workshops, excellent teaching resources, and ongoing professional development. The Design Technology department is committed to delivering an engaging curriculum that develops students' creativity, technical knowledge, and practical skills for future success.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Design Technology Teacher seeking a full-time, long-term role in Telford starting September 2026, offering the opportunity to teach Resistant Materials, Engineering, and Product Design within a supportive and successful secondary school.
Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
Benefits
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay. The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the expected high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.
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