About this role
Prospero Teaching is seeking a Teacher of Design Technology for a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Taunton, Somerset. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract from January 2027 until July 2027, teaching DT across Key Stages 3 and 4. The role involves planning, preparation, marking and assessment, and the successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, foster creativity, and help students develop practical and theoretical design technology skills within a well-resourced department. The salary is £165 - £240/day. Applicants should hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with experience teaching Design Technology in a secondary school setting and strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
Job Description
Teacher of Design Technology (DT) - Secondary School
Taunton, Somerset | January 2027 Start | Fixed-Term Until July 2027
Prospero Teaching is delighted to be working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in the Taunton area that is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Design Technology to join their team from January 2027 until July 2027.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate DT Teacher to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4 in a well-resourced department. The school is looking for a practitioner who can deliver engaging lessons, foster creativity, and help students develop practical and theoretical design technology skills.
The Role
- Full-time Teacher of Design Technology
- January 2027 start
- Fixed-term contract until July 2027
- Teaching DT across KS3 and KS4
- Planning, preparation, marking and assessment responsibilities
- Working within a supportive and collaborative department
- Based in Taunton, Somerset
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience teaching Design Technology within a secondary school setting
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Ability to engage and motivate students of varying abilities
- Passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning
- ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply
What Prospero Teaching Can Offer
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to free accredited CPD courses
- Opportunity to gain experience in a thriving secondary school
- Simple registration process
- Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment team
Requirements
- Right to Work in the UK
- Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
- Two professional references covering the last two years
- Relevant teaching qualifications
If you are an ambitious and motivated Design Technology Teacher looking for a rewarding role in Taunton from January 2027, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with Prospero Teaching and take the next step in your teaching career.
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Prospero Teaching is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.