Design Technology teacher in Tonbridge, Kent

Job Title: Design and Technology (DT) Teacher - Secondary School
Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £130 - £200 per day
Contract Type: Temporary - with opportunity to become permanent
Start Date: Flexible

Job Summary:

At Academics, we are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Design and Technology (DT) Teacher to join one of our high performing secondary schools in Tonbridge. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering high quality DT lessons across key stage 3 to key stage 4 and ideally Key Stage 5 depending on experience. The ideal candidate will inspire, help students develop their problem-solving and enhance their technical skills fostering a love for design and practical innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, varied lessons in Design and Technology in line with the national curriculum.
• Teach across a range of DT areas such as product design, engineering, graphics and textiles depending on specialism and department need.
• Create lesson plans, support students' assessments and monitor their progress.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow school policies on safeguarding, behaviour, and health & safety at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching DT in secondary schools
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one)
• Strong subject knowledge of business studies and effective classroom management skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Hold the right to work in the UK.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates (including holiday pay)
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for Nursery/TA & £125 for Qualified Teacher
• Flexibility
• Pension (Optional)

Academics are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.