Design Technology Teacher

Exciting Opportunity : Design & Technology Teacher (Permanent position) – Darlington

Are you a fully qualified Design & Technology teacher or an Early Careers Teacher (ECT) with QTS, passionate about inspiring the next generation? This is your chance to join a vibrant and supportive school community!

Position : Design & Technology Teacher (flexibility on specialism)

Salary : £31,650 - £49,084 (M1 – UPS3)

Contract : Full-Time

Start Date :  September 2025 (Permanent position)

Our partner school, is known for its academic excellence and commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and dynamic learning environment. The small secondary school prides itself on nurturing respect, care, and high expectations in everything it does.

What We're Looking For :

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A solid understanding of the Design & Technology curriculum
• A specialism in Food Technology or Engineering is desirable, but applicants with specialisms in other areas of Design & Technology are also encouraged to apply
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A enhanced child-only DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references from recent employment

Your Role :

Why Join Us?

If you’re an enthusiastic, qualified teacher with a passion for Design & Technology, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you specialise in Hard Materials or another area of D&T, if you have the drive to inspire students, apply now and take the next step in your teaching career!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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