Job Description

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

Full-Time September Start Ongoing Supply Potential Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Medway, Kent

TailorEDucation is seeking a motivated and creative Design Technology Teacher for an ongoing supply position starting in September at a secondary school in the Medway area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled teacher looking for a longer-term role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering engaging Design Technology lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. You will inspire students through practical and theoretical learning while maintaining high expectations for achievement and behaviour.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality Design Technology lessons

• Preparing lesson resources and schemes of work

• Teaching practical and theory-based DT lessons safely and effectively

• Monitoring and assessing student progress

• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment

• Maintaining health and safety standards within workshop/classroom settings

• Contributing to the wider life of the department and school where appropriate

This secondary school in the Medway area is a supportive and inclusive environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and learning. The school offers excellent facilities and values staff development, collaboration, and student success.

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

• Experience teaching Design Technology within a secondary school setting

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• The ability to plan and deliver engaging practical lessons

• A passion for education and student achievement

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

When you join TailorEDucation, you gain access to a supportive team dedicated to your professional development. We offer competitive pay rates, ongoing support, and access to over 50 CPD accredited and school-related training courses free of charge.

You will be supported by a dedicated consultant team with a combined 25 years of experience recruiting for schools.

Key benefits include:

• Competitive pay rates

• Flexible working opportunities

• Access to 50+ CPD training courses

• Dedicated consultant support

• Opportunities across Kent and Medway schools

To apply, please submit your CV along with a short cover note outlining your teaching experience and availability.

A member of the TailorEDucation team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Successful applicants will complete TailorEDucation s compliance process in line with safeguarding and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requirements.

If this role is not right for you but you are interested in other teaching opportunities, please still apply and we will work to match you with suitable roles.