DT Teacher

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and committed Design Technology Teacher to join a collaborative and well-established DT department on a full-time, permanent basis. This role would suit both early career teachers and experienced practitioners who are enthusiastic about their subject and motivated to inspire young people with practical, creative and technical skills that prepare them for future success. You will be part of a supportive team that values high-quality teaching, strong outcomes and a shared commitment to continuous improvement.

The Design Technology department is based in a dedicated specialist building, fully equipped to support a wide range of DT specialisms. The team includes subject specialists and technicians who work closely together to design and deliver an ambitious curriculum from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5, with a strong record of achievement. The curriculum includes Product Design, Engineering, Textiles and Food. Experience or subject knowledge in Product Design and/or Engineering would be advantageous, particularly at Key Stage 4 and post-16, although training and development opportunities are available for the right candidate.

About You

• Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that motivate, challenge and inspire students
• Be committed to raising attainment and closing gaps for learners of all abilities
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for Design Technology
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to departmental development
• Have high expectations of students’ behaviour, effort and outcomes
• Be reflective, adaptable and keen to develop their practice

Our Ethos

We are committed to delivering an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring they benefit from high-quality teaching, strong pastoral care and rich learning opportunities. We operate in a demanding educational landscape, but one full of opportunity. We value talented, driven and inspirational educators who want to make a lasting impact and contribute to a shared vision of excellence. Staff are supported through strong leadership, effective systems and access to expertise across areas such as professional development, safeguarding, wellbeing and school improvement. We believe our roles offer the opportunity to do meaningful, rewarding work while shaping the future of education.

What We Offer

• Access to a pension scheme
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reduced-rate corporate memberships and local discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working patterns, including part-time or job-share arrangements, may be considered where possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including references, online searches and an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and apply equality, diversity and inclusion principles at all stages of recruitment and selection. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, and we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. Reasonable adjustments will be made to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided.