Design and Technology Teacher

Are you an experienced Design and Technology Teacher looking for a new opportunity? Do you want to make a real difference in students' lives by applying your knowledge and passion for Design and Technology in a school environment? If so, we want to hear from you!

Position: Design and Technology Teacher

Location: Maidstone

Start Date: After Easter

Salary: MPS-UPS

About Us: Tradewind Recruitment are a leading education recruitment agency in the UK. We work with many schools across Maidstone and would love to find you your next education-based role!

About the Role

We are looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Design and Technology teacher for an exciting new position. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue your teaching career and make a positive impact on students' learning journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Design & Technology and Engineering across KS3 to KS5, delivering engaging and innovative lessons that inspire students.
• Plan, prepare, and assess high-quality lessons, ensuring progress and achievement for all students in line with curriculum requirements.
• Manage and maintain workshop equipment and resources, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.
• Support students with coursework and practical projects, guiding them through design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to the department's development, including curriculum planning, extracurricular activities, and school-wide initiatives.
• Fulfil full teaching responsibilities, including marking, reporting, attending meetings, and engaging with parents and guardians.

Qualifications:

Qualified Teacher Status or strong experience teaching Design and Technology

Health and Safety Certificates for Machinery

A passion for education and working with children.

What We Offer at Tradewind:

• We have above-market rates of pay that acknowledge your skills and experience and the hard work you are putting in.
• Your professional growth is a priority for us, so we offer a wide range of training and courses to help your continuous development. You will have access to over 2500 FREE certified CPD courses via the National College and we are the only agency that is partnered with them.
• You will be able to manage your timesheets and availability conveniently through our user-friendly online portal.

Continue your career in education and make a positive impact-apply today! You can do this by sending your CV to (url removed) / or just give us a call on (phone number removed)