Teacher of Design Technology(Resistant Materials/Product)
| Posting date: | 08 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £150 to £251.71 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2025 |
| Location: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | PR-1422743_1751955573 |
Summary
Are you eager to teach young people how to transform ideas into tangible creations?
Would you thrive in a thriving, values-led, high-achieving secondary school environment?
Do you believe that skills like problem-solving and design-thinking are as vital as academic knowledge?
About the RoleA thriving secondary school in Wakefield is seeking a full-time Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials/Product Design) starting September 2025. This is a unique opportunity to join a school that values traditional principles while embracing cutting-edge creativity in the DT department. The department is well-resourced and prioritises innovation, offering students access to both traditional hand tools and modern technologies including CAD/CAM.
About the SchoolThis school is known for its strong pastoral care, academic excellence, and a rich tradition of moral and personal development. The Design Technology department is highly valued by students, parents, and staff - your creativity and commitment will have room to thrive. With a rich tradition in technology education, the school is dedicated to developing confident, capable designers ready to meet 21st-century challenges.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 DT, including Resistant Materials/Product Design
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Skills
- Strong subject knowledge in Product Design and Resistant Materials
- Confident use of workshop tools and machinery
- Creativity and innovation in lesson planning
- Differentiation to meet individual learner needs
- Effective use of assessment for learning
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching of Product Design and Resistant Materials to KS3 and KS4
- Create and maintain a safe, inspiring, and inclusive workshop environment
- Plan engaging, practical lessons that stimulate creativity and technical skill
- Monitor and assess student progress regularly
- Use formative and summative assessment to guide teaching and feedback
- Manage tools, equipment, and resources efficiently
- Collaborate with colleagues in the DT department
- Promote safe working practices in the workshop
- Foster student interest in technology, design, and engineering
- Support whole-school initiatives and extracurricular activities
- Prepare materials and prototypes in advance of lessons
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Sound like the role you've been shaping for?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Teacher of Design Technology. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.