Design and Technology Teacher – Permanent Location: Basildon, Essex Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent Advertiser: Local Education (Education Recruitment) Are you a creative and enthusiastic DT Teacher looking for your next teaching opportunity? Local Education is working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in Basildon, Essex, to appoint a Design and Technology Teacher for a permanent role starting September 2025. This is a fantastic chance to teach within a forward-thinking and supportive DT department where practical learning and innovation are encouraged. Role Summary: * Teach Design & Technology to KS3 and KS4 students * Plan engaging and hands-on lessons across DT specialisms (e.g., product design, resistant materials) * Support student progress through assessments and differentiation * Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the DT curriculum and extra-curricular projects The Ideal Candidate: * Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent * Experience teaching DT in a secondary school setting * Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills * Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for practical learning * Committed to student achievement and continuous professional development The School Offers: * A permanent role in a welcoming and inclusive secondary school * A supportive senior leadership team and collaborative department * Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities * Well-equipped DT facilities and resources * Convenient location in Basildon with good transport links Local Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks