Design & Technology Teacher

Design & Technology Teacher – Special School
Are you a Design & Technology Teacher with a commitment to making education accessible for students with special educational needs? This welcoming special school in East Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Design & Technology Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire creativity, improve motor schools and teach practical skills to students in a nurturing and well-supported environment.

The school caters to students with a range of special educational needs, including Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties. This role is ideal for a Design & Technology Teacher who has experience working in a SEND setting or a genuine enthusiasm for making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
Job Role:

• Teaching Design & Technology to small groups of students with special educational needs.
• Planning and delivering engaging and practical lessons tailored to individual learning abilities.
• Supporting students in developing confidence and practical skills in areas such as woodworking, resistant materials, and design principles.
• Managing classroom behaviours effectively to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and support staff to provide a holistic approach to learning.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Design & Technology, preferably with a background in working with SEND students.
• A creative, patient, and empathetic approach to teaching.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A valid DBS check on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.

In return, you will:

• Join a supportive and experienced team in a well-resourced special school.
• Access professional development and training opportunities tailored to your needs.
• Enjoy competitive pay rates based on your experience and qualifications.
• Work in a school with excellent leadership and a strong focus on staff well-being.
• Have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students with SEND.

If you’re a Design and Technology Teacher ready to inspire and support students in a special school setting, please “Apply Now” or contact Harry Chase at The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Contact our team to explore other teaching opportunities or refer a DT Teacher and ask about our referral scheme!

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.