Design Technology & Food Technology Teacher

Flourish Education are currently recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic DT & Food Technology Teacher to work within a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Selly Oak. The school is committed to providing an engaging and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop practical skills, creativity and confidence. Through a broad and inspiring curriculum, pupils are supported to explore new ideas, develop problem-solving skills and apply their learning to real-life situations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a DT & Food Technology Teacher to inspire students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, helping them develop their practical knowledge and understanding of Design Technology and Food Preparation and Nutrition. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we would love to hear from you!

This DT & Food Technology Teacher role is available on a long-term or day-to-day (D2D) basis, offering flexibility depending on your availability and preferences. The successful candidate will be teaching across KS3 and KS4, with planning and marking responsibilities required for long-term positions.

As a DT & Food Technology Teacher, you will be expected to:

• Teach Design Technology and/or Food Technology across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and practical lessons.
• Support pupils in developing their creativity, practical skills and subject knowledge.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and follow the school's behaviour policy.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Promote a safe and positive learning environment, particularly during practical lessons.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Required skills and experience for the DT & Food Technology Teacher role:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A specialism in Design Technology, Food Technology or a related subject.
• Experience teaching DT and/or Food Technology at secondary level.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are encouraged to apply.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging, practical and differentiated lessons.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• References covering all employment within the last 24 months.

Working for Flourish Education offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive salary – Day rate of £174to £240, which equates to £33,150 to £46,800 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year.
• Holiday Pay – for PAYE candidates, you accrue this % of your day rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Pension contributions.
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.

This DT & Food Technology Teacher position is based in Selly Oak, Birmingham, and is easily commutable from Harborne, Bournville, Stirchley, Kings Heath, Northfield, Edgbaston, Bartley Green and surrounding areas. The location benefits from good transport links and convenient road connections, making it accessible for teachers travelling by car or public transport.

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.