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Design and Technology Teacher : PD, RM, Textiles
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Are you looking for a full-time teaching role that offers structured progression and a fresh start this coming September?
Can you maintain high expectations while delivering a deeply inclusive and creative curriculum?
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Design and Technology Teacher
Location: Wakefield Contract: Full-time, permanent Start Date: September
About the Role
A highly motivated and *enthusiastic Design and Technology Teacher is required for a permanent, full-time position starting in September. This third-person role involves delivering high-quality, engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
The successful educator will be responsible for:
- Inspiring pupils across multiple disciplines, with a focus on Product Design (PD), Resistant Materials (RM), and Textiles
- Joining a collaborative and innovative department that prioritises student outcomes, helping develop practical resilience and academic qualifications to support success in later life.
About the School
Based in Wakefield, this co-educational 11–16 secondary school is proudly rated Good by Ofsted. We also hold:
- Silver status for our commitment to mental health and well-being
- A reputation for ensuring a warm, supportive, and structured learning environment, with clear routines fostering predictability and engagement.
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We are deeply inclusive, catering to a diverse student body while prioritising personal development and maintaining a low-workload ethos to allow staff to focus on excellent classroom practice.
We run a thriving enrichment programme and actively support staff wellness to ensure sustainable working conditions.
Requirements
Qualification & Legal
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (or equivalent: QTLS, or a recognised UK teaching qualification)
- Enhanced DBS clearance registered on the Update Service (will arrange if required)
- Eligibility to work legally in the UK for full-time employment
Subject Knowledge
- Strong subject expertise in:
- Product Design
- Resistant Materials
- Textiles
Core Skills
✹ Classroom management – adept at balancing practical workshop and theory-based learning environments ✹ Health & safety proficiency – ability to demonstrate safe handling of tools, machinery, and materials (woods, plastics, metals, fabrics) ✹ Positive communication – skill in articulating technical concepts clearly to diverse learners ✹ Organisational acuity – managing lesson planning, marking, and material prep effectively while maintaining timelines ✹ Emotional intelligence & empathy – capacity to support an inclusive learning community ✹ Analytical minds – interpreting student data to inform targeted interventions
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Key Responsibilities
Delivery & Engagement
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, differentiated DT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Maintain a safe, professional workshop environment—adhering rigorously to health and safety protocols
- Assess and track student progress, providing accurate reports to support academic attainments
Pupil Support & Behaviour
- Uphold behavioural policies to maintain a positive learning climate marked by kindness, mutual respect, and high expectations
- Guide enrichment activities—led or assisted with skills-based extracurricular projects
School Collaboration
- Engage in daily Personal Development sessions for professional growth
- Collaborate with the department to share resources, innovative practices, and best teaching strategies
- Maintain strong communication with families, supporting student well-being through proactive engagement
Our Offers
✔ Supportive, values-driven environment with a collaborative culture ✔ A fresh start for someone seeking structured progression in their teaching career ✔ Contributing to an inclusive curriculum, fostering equal opportunity and growth for every student
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