Design & Technology Teacher Location: Darlington, County Durham Contract: Full-time Key Stages: KS3-KS4 Start Date: ASAP A Good-rated secondary school in Darlington is seeking a passionate, motivated, and skilled Design & Technology Teacher to join their supportive DT department as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity to engage and inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping them develop creativity, technical ability, and confidence when working with a wide range of materials and tools. The Role Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality Design & Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum Teach across KS3 and KS4, with the ability to cover areas such as resistant materials, product design, engineering, graphics, or systems (depending on your specialism) Create an engaging and inclusive learning environment that encourages innovation, practical skill development, and independent thinking Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of all learners, including those requiring additional support Monitor progress, assess learning, and provide meaningful feedback to support student development Prepare students for internal assessments and GCSE examinations, ensuring they feel confident and well prepared Contribute to curriculum planning, resource development, and the ongoing improvement of the DT department Support enrichment opportunities such as STEM clubs, competitions, or design-based projects Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Experience teaching Design & Technology at KS3 and KS4 Strong subject knowledge and confidence delivering both practical and theoretical content Excellent classroom management skills and a commitment to raising standards A proactive approach to maintaining high health and safety standards in workshop environments About Us Tradewind Recruitment is a trusted leader in education recruitment, with over 25 years of experience nationwide. Recognised in the Sunday Times Top 100 Employers, we are committed to supporting teachers at every stage of their careers. Apply Now If you're ready to inspire the next generation of designers, problem-solvers, and creative thinkers in a welcoming Darlington secondary school, we'd love to hear from you. For further information, please contact James Pullar on (phone number removed)