DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY TEACHER

Location: Aylesbury
Start: September 2026
Full Time: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £29,344–£44,919

Students don’t learn by rushing straight into making something.
They learn when they understand the process first.

As a Secondary Design & Technology Teacher, you will guide KS3 and KS4 students through planning, designing, and improving their work in a structured and practical way.

Key responsibilities
Teach Design & Technology across KS3 and KS4
Deliver lessons covering design, creation, and evaluation
Support students in developing practical skills
Ensure safe and correct use of tools and equipment
Prepare students for GCSE coursework
Maintain an organised and structured workshop
Track progress and provide feedback

The classroom environment
Lessons are planned and structured
Students follow clear processes
Work is completed safely and efficiently
Behaviour is calm and controlled

Skills and experience
Experience teaching DT or strong practical background
Confidence managing workshop environments
Strong organisation and preparation skills
Clear communication

What success looks like
Students improve their work over time
Projects are completed to a good standard
Lessons remain productive and focused

QTS is desirable; unqualified teachers are welcome to apply, particularly those with engineering, design, or construction backgrounds

Supply Desk can offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Out of hours on-call service
• Day to day or long-term assignments

Please contact Eliza on (phone number removed) for more information and Apply Below

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.