Description
We are working with a fantastic school in Solihull that is looking for a skilled D&T Teacher to join their team starting January 2025 or from February 2025
The Role
As a D&T teacher, you will:
- Deliver engaging and creative lessons across a range of D&T disciplines, including product design, resistant materials, electronics, graphics, or food technology (dependent on the school’s curriculum).
- Inspire students to develop practical skills, critical thinking, and creativity in their projects.
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing support and feedback to ensure academic success.
- Maintain a safe and well-organized learning environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Contribute to the school community through extracurricular activities, such as clubs or competitions related to design and technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons in line with the national curriculum.
- Use a variety of teaching techniques to cater to different learning styles and abilities.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively to create a positive learning atmosphere.
- Participate in departmental meetings, training, and professional development.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to foster an environment of innovation and excellence.
- Ensure all students are safeguarded and their welfare is promoted.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be on the path to achieving it before the start date.
- Have a degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrate expertise in one or more D&T specialisms (e.g., product design, electronics, or food technology).
- Be familiar with the UK national curriculum for Design & Technology.
- Have excellent classroom management skills and a passion for teaching.
Minimum Qualifications
To teach as a qualified D&T teacher in the UK, you’ll need:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant subject.
- PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) or SCITT (School-Centered Initial Teacher Training) leading to QTS.
- Enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service clearance).
What CERT Solutions can offer you?
- Free CPD
- Competitive rates of pay – paid PAYE only
- Refer a friend scheme
- 24/7 contact with a member of the team.
What we stand for as a supply teaching agency:
- Communicative
- Efficient
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
To be shortlisted for this post please send your CV to Richard Harris at CERT Solutions or call our office number on 0121 728 6677. Further contact details can be found on our website.
CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be successful against a range of other recruitment checks.
