DT Teacher

Job Title: Design and Technology TeacherLocation: WakefieldContract: Full-time, long-termStart Date: January 2026Shape creative minds and bring big ideas to life through design.A well-resourced secondary school in Wakefield is on the lookout for a Design and Technology Teacher to join their department from January 2026. This full-time, long-term post is perfect for someone with a strong practical background and a flair for inspiring innovation in the classroom.The DT department has seen recent investment in both tools and tech, offering an excellent environment to deliver engaging lessons in areas like product design, resistant materials, or graphics. You’ll be working with students across KS3 and KS4, and there may be opportunities to teach KS5 or vocational pathways depending on your experience.The Role: Deliver practical and theory-based DT lessons, helping students turn concepts into prototypesEncourage learners to experiment with tools, techniques, and materials in a safe, structured settingGuide students through the design process—from research and ideation to production and evaluationSupport pupils in completing coursework for GCSE Design & TechnologyPromote problem-solving, resilience, and sustainability in design thinkingContribute to departmental planning, trips, and school-wide STEM initiatives Who We're Looking For: A qualified teacher (QTS or equivalent) with a background in Design and TechnologyConfident in managing a workshop and delivering lessons in line with health and safety standardsSkilled in delivering both creative and technical elements of the curriculumAble to connect with students of varying abilities and nurture their potentialUp to date with current curriculum trends and industry developmentsEnthusiastic about helping students see the real-world applications of their learning What’s in it for You? Competitive weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella feesOngoing CPD and access to subject-specific trainingA responsive consultant who knows the Newham education landscapeLong-term prospects within schools that value DT and STEM educationThe chance to be part of a forward-thinking school with a passion for hands-on learning All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.