Design Technology Teacher – Resistant Materials
We are working with a thriving secondary school in Solihull seeking a passionate and skilled Design Technology Teacher to join their team from September 2025. This is a full-time, long-term position specialising in Resistant Materials, with the opportunity to inspire creativity and innovation in students across KS3 and KS4.
Key Details
1. Start Date: September 2025
2. Contract: Full-time, long-term
3. Specialism: Design Technology – Resistant Materials
4. Key Stages: KS3 & KS4
5. Location: Solihull
6. Ofsted Rating: Good
7. Status: QTS required; ECTs welcome to apply
The Role
You will take on full teaching responsibilities within the Design Technology department, delivering lessons in Resistant Materials that challenge, engage, and motivate learners. From introducing practical skills at KS3 to guiding students through GCSE projects, you will encourage independent thinking, problem-solving, and high standards of craftsmanship. In addition, you’ll play an active role in curriculum planning, marking, and contributing to the school’s wider community.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have a strong background in teaching Design Technology with a specialism in Resistant Materials. Both experienced teachers and ECTs are encouraged to apply, as the school offers strong mentoring and professional development opportunities. A creative approach to teaching, good classroom management, and the ability to inspire pupils with hands-on learning will be essential for success.
The School
This ‘Good’-rated Solihull secondary school is known for its strong sense of community, supportive leadership team, and commitment to student progress. The DT department is well-resourced, giving teachers the tools to deliver innovative lessons that combine traditional skills with modern techniques. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and personal development, making it a rewarding environment for staff and students alike.
Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.
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.