Design and Technology Teacher New

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY TEACHER (KS3–KS4)

Location: Aylesbury
Start: September 2026
Full Time: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £29,344–£44,919

By the end of the lesson, something should exist that didn’t at the start.
A product. A plan. A design that works better than the first attempt.

That’s how you know the lesson has done its job.

As a Design & Technology Teacher, you will teach KS3 and KS4 students how to plan, create, test, and improve their work in a structured and practical environment. This is not just about making — it’s about thinking through the process and understanding how things are built properly.

Key responsibilities
Teach Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4
Guide students through the design, make, and evaluate process
Plan lessons with clear structure and purpose
Support students with practical skills and safe tool use
Prepare students for GCSE coursework and assessment
Maintain a well-organised and controlled workshop environment
Ensure all health and safety standards are consistently followed
Monitor student progress and provide clear feedback

The classroom environment
Lessons are organised before they begin
Students understand expectations and routines
Movement is controlled and purposeful
Work is completed safely and efficiently
Behaviour is consistent and well managed

Skills and experience
Experience teaching DT or a strong practical/industry background
Confidence managing practical and workshop-based lessons
Strong organisation and preparation skills
Clear communication and instruction delivery
Ability to balance creativity with structure

What success looks like
Students work independently but with direction
Projects improve over time rather than stay the same
Lessons feel productive, not chaotic
Students understand not just what they are doing, but why

QTS is desirable; unqualified teachers are welcome to apply, particularly those with engineering, construction, or design experience

Supply Desk can offer you:

Competitive rates of pay

Recommend a friend bonus scheme

Out of hours on-call service

Day to day or long-term assignments

Please contact Eliza on 01296 752 499 for more information and Apply Below

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.