Design & Technology Teacher – Permanent, January 2026
Are you a creative and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher who thrives on helping students discover new skills and grow in confidence? This welcoming specialist school is seeking a talented Design & Technology Teacher to join the team from January. The school offers fantastic facilities, a warm and collaborative environment, and a strong leadership team that champions staff well-being and student success.
As a Design & Technology Teacher, you will be supporting students with a range of additional needs, delivering engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and hands-on learning. You’ll work with small groups of students who benefit from structured teaching, clear routines, and a nurturing learning environment.
Responsibilities include:
Planning and delivering creative and practical Design & Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Adapting teaching to meet a wide range of learning needs and abilities
Creating an inclusive and encouraging classroom atmosphere
Using high-quality equipment and workshop spaces to bring learning to life
Working closely with teaching assistants and pastoral staff to support students’ academic and personal development
Contributing to curriculum development and sharing ideas within the department
Providing clear structure, routine, and positive behaviour support to ensure students feel safe and confident
Tracking progress, assessing learning, and reporting outcomes effectively
Helping students develop resilience, independence, and problem-solving skills through practical learningThe school is looking for a Design & Technology Teacher who:
Is passionate about supporting students with additional needs
Has experience teaching D&T at secondary level
Can adapt lessons creatively for learners who require additional support
Has strong communication, organisation, and behaviour-management skills
Brings energy, patience, and a positive attitude to every lesson
Is committed to contributing fully to school life and working collaboratively with colleaguesThis is a fantastic opportunity for a Design & Technology Teacher who wants to make a meaningful impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking school community. You’ll be joining a team that values teamwork, compassion, and a shared commitment to helping every student achieve their potential.
If you are interested in this Design & Technology Teacher opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Design & Technology Teacher vacancies or refer a Design & Technology Teacher and ask about our excellent referral scheme.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days