Design Technology Teacher

• Position: Design Technology Teacher
• Specialism: Food Technology / Resistant Materials
• Location: Shrewsbury
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract: Full-time, long-term
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

A secondary school in Shrewsbury is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher with a specialism in Food Technology and/or Resistant Materials to join their department from September 2026 on a full-time, long-term basis. The role involves teaching Design Technology across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging practical and theory-based lessons that encourage creativity, problem solving, and technical skills development. You will support students in building confidence through hands on learning while preparing them for GCSE coursework and assessments.

• Lesson planning
• Practical demonstrations
• Assessment of student progress
• Maintain a safe and organised workshop and food preparation environment

• Hold QTS (ECTs welcome to apply)
• Have experience teaching Design Technology at secondary level
• Be confident delivering Food Technology and/or Resistant Materials
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Be passionate about practical learning and student engagement

The school offers a supportive and collaborative working environment with strong leadership and a well equipped Design Technology department. Staff benefit from shared planning resources, clear behaviour systems, and a positive culture focused on high quality teaching and learning.

This is a great opportunity for a Design Technology Teacher seeking a full time long term role in Shrewsbury starting September 2026, offering a supportive school environment and the opportunity to teach engaging practical subjects.

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