Resistant Materials Teacher

Are you a passionate Resistant Materials Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of designers, engineers, and problem-solvers? We are delighted to be recruiting for an exciting opportunity at an over-subscribed, high-performing, non-selective 11–18 Academy in Watford, Hertfordshire. Consistently rated “Good” by OFSTED since 2012, with our most recent inspection in November 2024, this is a school where ambition, creativity, and community thrive.

At the heart of our success are our fabulous staff and students, who create a welcoming, supportive, and purposeful learning environment. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for a qualified teacher with QTS, whether you are an experienced practitioner or an enthusiastic teacher looking to further develop your career.

The Role

You will teach Resistant Materials across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with opportunities to support KS5), delivering both theory and hands-on practical lessons. You’ll guide students through working with woods, metals, plastics, CAD/CAM, hand tools, machinery, and the full design process, helping them develop creativity, technical skills, and confidence. You will also play an active role in curriculum development, enrichment activities, and maintaining a safe, well-organised workshop environment with high standards of health and safety.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a teacher who is:

• Passionate about Design & Technology and practical learning

• Confident managing workshops and promoting excellent behaviour for learning

• Committed to inclusive, engaging teaching and student progress

• Keen to contribute to a collaborative, forward-thinking department

What We Offer

• A supportive leadership team and strong CPD programme

• Motivated, respectful students who enjoy learning

• Excellent facilities and well-resourced workshops

• Term-time working hours (8:30am–4:00pm)

• A competitive salary on the Hertfordshire pay scale

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance