Art & Design​/DT Teacher; Secondary

Art & Design / DT Teacher (Secondary) – Wirral

Location: Wirral
Start: ASAP

Are you a creative, skilled educator ready to take on the role of Art & Design / Design & Technology Teacher in secondary schools across the Wirral? Milk Education Liverpool is recruiting a passionate teacher who can inspire students through engaging practical and theory lessons—across specialisms such as Product Design, Graphics, Resistant Materials, Textiles, Food, and Art & Design
.

In this role
, you will:

• Plan and deliver high‑quality lessons in Art & Design and/or DT aligned to the secondary curriculum.
• Facilitate practical workshop/studio activities, ensuring safe use of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Assess, track, and support student progress at KS3–KS4 (KS5 experience welcome).
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, promoting an inclusive and creative learning environment.
• Contribute to department resources, enrichment, and displays, showcasing student work.

This is a brilliant opportunity to secure consistent work in supportive Wirral schools, with pathways to long‑term and temp‑to‑perm for the right candidate.

To be considered for this role
, relevant experience in UK secondary schools is essential
.
We cannot progress applications without verifiable UK secondary experience.

You will also need:

• QTS/QTLS (or strong UK secondary cover experience as an Unqualified Teacher/Instructor).
• Proven experience delivering Art & Design and/or DT in UK secondary schools
  —
  this is essential
  .
• Strong behaviour management and safeguarding knowledge.
• Confidence with practical facilities (e.g., workshops/studios) and, where relevant, tools/kit.
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of GCSE specifications and assessment.

Please note again:
experience within UK secondary schools is essential for this role and will be reference‑checked.

When you join Milk Education in this role
, you’ll benefit from:

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated local consultant support (Liverpool & Wirral schools)
• FREE CPD including behaviour management, safeguarding & subject‑specific upskilling
• A 5‑star rated agency that prioritises wellbeing
  , flexibility
  , and clear communication
• Access to long‑term roles
  , and trusted introductions to local departments

Experience in one or more of the following will strengthen your application for this role
:

• Product Design / Graphics / Resistant Materials / Textiles / Food
• Art & Design (2D/3D, digital media, ceramics, photography)
• Workshop Health & Safety (e.g., using machinery safely; any additional certification welcomed)

If you have the creativity, confidence, and essential experience in UK secondary schools
, we’d love to speak with you about this role on the Wirral.

Email: elli
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