DT and Construction Teacher

DT and Construction Teacher
Wandsworth
MPS – UPS + SEN Allowance
Full time / permanent

Our School is a specialist secondary school dedicated to supporting students with a range of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, and other complex educational needs.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated DT (Design Technology) and Construction Teacher to deliver engaging, practical, and skills-based lessons that will help students develop hands-on abilities and prepare for future employment or independent living.
Our benefits include:
•    A supportive and dynamic working environment within a specialist school
•    Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
•    The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students with SEND
•    Small class sizes, allowing for tailored teaching approaches.
•    Competitive salary and pension scheme
•    Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
•    SEN allowance
•    Comprehensive induction
•    Blue Light Card
•    Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
•    Wellbeing support
•    Cycle to work scheme and more!

Key Responsibilities:
•    Plan, deliver, and assess Design Technology and Construction lessons for students across KS3, KS4, and KS5, adapting content for individual needs and abilities.
•    Teach practical skills such as woodworking, carpentry, basic plumbing, electrical work, and other construction-related skills in a safe and supportive environment.
•    Support students in developing problem-solving, teamwork, and hands-on technical skills that can lead to future employment or vocational qualifications.
•    Ensure health and safety is a priority in all practical sessions, carrying out risk assessments and enforcing safe working practices.
•    Provide tailored learning opportunities for students with additional needs, ensuring accessibility and engagement.
•    Work closely with teaching assistants, therapists, and vocational coaches to support students’ individual learning and EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets
•    Assess and track student progress, providing meaningful feedback and reporting to parents, carers, and senior leadership
•    Support students in achieving relevant qualifications, including BTEC, ASDAN, or other vocational qualifications in Construction or Design Technology
•    Promote independence, employability, and real-world applications of DT and construction skills to help students transition into adulthood
•    Liaise with external training providers, employers, and work experience coordinators to explore post-school pathways for students

Essential Requirements:
•    Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification, including FE experienced candidates
•    Experience teaching Design Technology, Construction, or related vocational subjects within a SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) setting
•    Strong knowledge of practical skills training, including carpentry, joinery, basic electrical work, and other hands-on disciplines
•    Ability to create differentiated, engaging, and hands-on learning experiences tailored to students’ abilities
•    A strong understanding of health & safety regulations, risk assessments, and safe workshop practices
•    Ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and external partners
•    Passion for supporting students with SEND, helping them gain confidence and independence

If you are the DT and Construction Teacher we have been looking for, then apply today. Shortlisted Teachers will be contacted within 24 hours.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. 
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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