About the role
Design Technology (DT) Teacher – KS3 & KS4 | Secondary School Location: Secondary School Start Date: New Academic Year Contract Type: Long-term / Supply (potential for full-time) Pay Rate: Competitive daily rates (PAYE)
Job Description
The successful Design Technology Teacher will play a key role in delivering engaging workshop-based lessons, developing technical skills, and encouraging problem-solving, innovation, and independent thinking in students.
This opportunity suits an experienced DT Teacher, an ECT, or a specialist practitioner looking to secure a long-term Design Technology teaching job within a supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Teach Design Technology across KS3 and KS4
2. Deliver practical and theory-based DT lessons
3. Support students in developing design, making, and evaluation skills
4. Promote safe working practices in workshops and classrooms
5. Differentiate lessons to meet a range of abilities
6. Work collaboratively within the DT and wider technology department
The School
This secondary school provides a well-resourced learning environment with a strong focus on creativity and technical education. The school offers:
7. A structured Design Technology curriculum across KS3 and KS4
8. Access to specialist DT facilities and equipment
9. Supportive senior leadership and clear behaviour expectations
10. A collaborative and experienced technology department
11. Strong pastoral care and effective safeguarding systems
Requirements
To be considered for this Design Technology Teacher role, candidates must have:
12. Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
13. Experience teaching Design Technology at KS3 and/or KS4
14. Knowledge of at least one DT specialism (e.g. Resistant Materials, Product Design, Graphics, Food Technology, Engineering)
15. Strong classroom and workshop management skills
16. A passion for Design Technology and student achievement
17. Eligibility to work in the UK
18. A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
What Vision for Education Offers
19. Competitive daily pay rates for DT Teachers, paid weekly via PAYE
20. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
21. Pension contributions
22. Ongoing CPD and professional development
23. Dedicated secondary consultant support
24. Social and networking events
Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency working with secondary schools across the UK.
Vision for Education is part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, rated Excellent for staff engagement and employee experience.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.