The Role
The successful Design Technology Teacher will join an established secondary school department and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
Responsibilities
- Teaching Design and Technology, specialising in Construction and Engineering
- Planning and delivering practical and theoretical lessons
- Supporting pupils in developing technical knowledge and practical skills
- Delivering relevant Construction and Engineering curriculum content
- Preparing pupils for assessments and qualifications
- Assessing progress and providing constructive feedback
- Differentiating lessons to meet varying abilities
- Maintaining high standards of workshop health and safety
- Managing classroom behaviour and practical learning environments
- Working collaboratively with departmental colleagues
The Ideal Candidate: We are particularly interested in candidates who:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
- Have substantial experience teaching Design and Technology in secondary schools
- Can confidently deliver both Construction and Engineering
- Possess strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge
- Understand workshop health and safety procedures
- Are experienced in managing practical learning environments
- Have experience preparing pupils for relevant assessments
- Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management
- Can differentiate effectively to support different learning needs
- Have high expectations of pupil progress and achievement
- Are available full-time from January until July 2027
About the School
The position is based at an established secondary school in St Helens, offering an opportunity to join its Design and Technology department for the remainder of the academic year.
The school is looking to secure an experienced specialist ahead of January, providing continuity across its technical and vocational curriculum.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher seeking long-term Design Technology teaching work in St Helens, rather than short-term supply.
Full school details will be shared confidentially with suitable candidates.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
As a Design Technology Teacher working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive daily rates of £174.71-£240.70
- Weekly pay
- A genuine long-term teaching opportunity from January until July
- A dedicated education recruitment consultant
- Access to further teaching opportunities across St Helens, Warrington, Wigan and Cheshire
- Free CPD through The National College
- Support throughout the interview and recruitment process
- Ongoing support during your placement
Important Applicant Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute reliably to St Helens.
QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is required. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Design Technology Teacher with Construction and Engineering experience looking for a long-term teaching position in St Helens from January 2027, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Anthony Bailey at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss the vacancy in confidence.