Teacher of Design Technology

Staffroom Education are currently recruiting for a Teacher of DT on behalf of one of our Secondary schools in Cardiff. This is a temporary full time role that will run from January 2025 until June 2025.

The ideal candidate for this position must be skilled in Graphics and Product Design and able to use Photoshop, Adobe, and Illustrator. It is essential that the candidate is competent in operating workshop machinery, and able to safely supervise pupils working in the workshop. A DATA certificate would be beneficial or other similar training relating to H&S.

Potential candidates must have a passion for raising achievement and maintaining high expectations for all pupils. In return, you will be given all the resources, guidance and support you need to succeed from a fantastic department.

We would also encourage applications from Teachers who are aspiring to progress their careers to include Y10 and 11 exam classes, as this is a great opportunity to do just that.

In terms of the person specification for this role, the following are all desirable from the successful candidate:

• A First-class subject knowledge;
• The ability to build strong working relationships with staff and pupils;
• To remain up to date with educational developments and changes whilst undertaking the role;
• Show consistently good to outstanding planning, teaching and marking skills;
• Commitment in attendance of departmental meetings / Parents evenings etc;
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person;
• A willingness to be involved in the wider-school community.

This role, along with all other teaching vacancies currently on offer at Staffroom Education, has excellent benefits including:

• The very best rates of pay, in line with Welsh Government framework agreement;
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme;
• Flexible payment options to suit your circumstances;
• Access to training courses;
• Regular and varied work specific to your needs;
• Hands-on support throughout assignment and beyond;
• Referral Scheme for recommendations;
• Consultation and assistance with CPD;
• Advice on CV writing, interview techniques etc.

Staffroom Education is committed to the safeguarding of children and as such, require any individuals applying for positions to undergo or be in possession of a valid and enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB)