Teacher

Turn ideas into skills. Help young people discover their potential.

TimePlan Education is recruiting a motivated and resourceful Design and Technology Teacher for a specialist alternative provision school in the Kidbrooke/Eltham area of Greenwich.

The school works with young people aged 11-16 who benefit from a more personalised approach to education. Its focus on positive relationships, individual development and re-engagement with learning provides an opportunity for teachers to make a genuine difference.

We are looking for a teacher who can bring Design and Technology to life through practical projects, problem-solving and purposeful learning.

The Role

You will deliver creative and accessible Design and Technology lessons, helping students develop technical knowledge, practical skills and confidence in their ability to design, make and evaluate products.

You will be able to adapt your teaching to engage learners who may require additional encouragement, structure and support to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons for KS3 and KS4.

Develop practical projects that encourage creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving.

Teach appropriate design processes, materials, tools and making techniques.

Ensure workshop and equipment safety procedures are followed consistently.

Differentiate lessons to meet a variety of abilities and individual learning needs.

Encourage positive behaviour, perseverance, independence and pride in completed work.

Assess students' progress and support them towards appropriate qualifications.

Work with colleagues to provide a consistent and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

QTS or suitable teaching qualifications and relevant experience.

A background in Design and Technology, product design or a related subject.

Confidence delivering practical lessons and managing equipment safely.

Experience in secondary education, alternative provision, PRUs or SEN settings would be beneficial.

Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.

A creative, patient and solution-focused approach.

Why Join Through TimePlan Education?

The opportunity to support young people who benefit from a different approach to learning.

A role where practical teaching can build confidence and independence.

The chance to use innovative teaching strategies to engage students.

Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.

Apply now to be considered for this opportunity.

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Safeguarding Statement

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation