Long-Term Design Technology Teacher - Secondary School | April 2026 Start Location: Bristol Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Monday-Friday) Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm Salary: £140.25 - 232.32 (Paid to scale) Are you a creative, innovative, and passionate Design Technology specialist looking for your next long-term role? We are seeking an enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Bristol from April 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who thrives in practical learning environments and enjoys inspiring students to design, experiment, and bring their ideas to life. Whether your expertise lies in Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering, or a combination of DT disciplines, this school will value your skills and offer you a positive, well-resourced environment to deliver engaging lessons. ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply. This long-term post offers stability, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to a thriving technology department. The school is known for its collaborative ethos, committed leadership team, and strong focus on creativity and hands-on learning. About the Role As a Design Technology Teacher, you will teach across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering high-quality lessons that encourage practical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. You will plan and deliver lessons, manage workshop or studio environments safely, and guide students through coursework and project-based assessments. This role is perfect for someone confident working with a range of DT materials and equipment, who enjoys blending traditional skills with modern technologies. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging DT lessons across KS3 and KS4 * Teach one or more specialisms such as Product Design, Engineering, Graphics, or Materials * Prepare practical resources and maintain safe working environments * Support students with design projects, coursework, and practical assessments * Inspire creativity, technical accuracy, and problem-solving skills * Collaborate with a supportive department and contribute to curriculum development * Monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate records * Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning atmosphere * Uphold school policies, professional standards, and safeguarding expectations What We're Looking For Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification * Specialism or experience in Design Technology (any discipline considered) * Confidence teaching KS3-KS4 students * Strong classroom and behaviour management skills * Ability to organise practical lessons and maintain a safe workshop environment * Creativity, adaptability, and a passion for hands-on learning * Excellent communication and teamwork skills * A commitment to delivering engaging, high-quality education Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay. Equal Opportunities - Monarch Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children daily, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check. This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.