Design Technology Teacher

Posting date:	15 December 2025
Salary:	£140 to £200 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	14 January 2026
Location:	TA1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	KP-DT-TA-8985

Summary

Job Title: Design Technology Teacher (QTS or ECT)
Location: Taunton
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £140 – £200 per day (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time (role types may vary)

Are you a qualified Design Technology Teacher—or an enthusiastic ECT—with a passion for creativity, innovation, and practical learning?

Are you confident teaching Design Technology across KS3–KS4, including areas such as Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, or Food Technology?

Are you open to exploring new teaching opportunities in the Taunton area from January?

TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from Design Technology Teachers for upcoming opportunities in secondary schools across Taunton from January 2026. Local schools are anticipating staffing needs within their DT departments, and now is the perfect time to register your interest and get ahead of the new-year demand.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time placement, looking to broaden your experience across different school settings, or hoping to secure a longer-term role as opportunities arise, we’d love to hear from you.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold QTS or are an ECT ready to begin your DT teaching career

  
  

• Have experience teaching Design Technology at KS3–KS4

  
  

• Are confident delivering both practical and theory-based lessons

  
  

• Have strong classroom and workshop behaviour management

  
  

• Enjoy contributing to a creative, collaborative, and well-equipped department

  
  

  What You Can Expect:

  • Access to a variety of upcoming Design Technology roles in Taunton secondary schools

    
    

  • Potential for both short-term and long-term placements

    
    

  • Well-resourced workshops and supportive school environments

    
    

  • Opportunities to gain experience, build relationships, and secure future permanent roles

    
    

    Why Register with TeacherActive?

    • Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)

      
      

    • Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform

      
      

    • A dedicated consultant available 24/7

      
      

    • £200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)

      
      

      If you're a passionate Design Technology Teacher and want to hear more about January opportunities in Taunton, we’d love to support you.

      Email: Kyle.Payze@TeacherActive.com
      Phone: 0117 223 2200

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.