Join a supportive and forward-thinking school where your passion for Design and Technology can truly inspire the next generation of creative problem-solvers.
Humly North East are seeking a passionate and innovative Design and Technology (DT) Teacher to join our vibrant secondary school in Gateshead on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring DT lessons to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a focus on developing creativity, problem-solving skills, and technical knowledge.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who can motivate students and make a real impact within our department.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver high-quality DT lessons in line with the national curriculum
* Teach a range of DT disciplines such as Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, or Food Technology (depending on your expertise)
* Assess, monitor, and report on student progress
* Maintain a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment, particularly within workshops or specialist rooms
* Contribute to departmental planning and school-wide events
* Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and the wider school community
Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience teaching DT at secondary level (KS3 and KS4 essential; KS5 desirable but not required)
* Strong subject knowledge and the ability to engage students of varying abilities
* Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one)
* Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
At Humly, we are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups regime [2006] and the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).
School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 unless it is a "protected" conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: £160.00-£220.00 per day
Work Location: In person