Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials)

Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials)

• Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
• Location: Powys
• Start date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)
• Pay: Paid to scale (MPS/UPS, dependent on experience)

Are you an enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher with a specialism in Resistant Materials? Are you passionate about developing students' creativity, problem solving abilities, and practical skills through the design and manufacture of products using a range of materials and processes?

Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with a supportive and forward thinking secondary school in Powys to recruit a knowledgeable and committed Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials). This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students through engaging, hands on learning in a well equipped workshop environment.

About the Role

• Plan and deliver engaging Resistant Materials lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Teach across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable where applicable)
• Develop students' practical skills in working with wood, metals, plastics, and other materials
• Teach key principles of design, engineering, and manufacturing processes
• Promote creativity, problem solving, and independent thinking through practical and theory based lessons
• Ensure safe working practices and maintain a well organised workshop environment
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well managed classroom environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress effectively
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
• Contribute to departmental planning and the wider school community

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
• Experience teaching Design Technology, specifically Resistant Materials, at secondary level (including placements)
• Strong subject knowledge including workshop processes, materials, and health & safety
• Confident classroom and workshop management skills
• Desirable:
  • Experience teaching KS5 Design Technology or Engineering related courses
  • A reflective and adaptable teaching approach
  • A passion for practical, skills based learning and innovation

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information

• All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client.
• Elementa is committed to safeguarding children in all processes, and all successful applicants will undergo a full pre screen to assess their suitability for the role.
• Any appointment will be subject to:
  • A successful interview process
  • Satisfactory references
  • Safeguarding & Prevent training
  • Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
  • Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
  • Successful completion of a 12 week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay - no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract - unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
• Training & Support - free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
• Fair pay policy - paid to scale; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
• Additional staff support services - access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:

• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without UK secondary school teaching experience