Job Description

Design & Technology Teacher (Full-Time) - Durham

Location: Durham, County Durham
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Job Type: Full-Time (Supply)
Start Date: Post May Half Term 2026 - Maternity Cover (until Christmas 2026)
Salary: £168.80 - £261.78 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher to join a well-regarded secondary school in Durham on a full-time basis. This role will start after May half term 2026 and will run as a maternity cover until Christmas 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking school environment, delivering engaging and high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will inspire students through creative and practical learning, helping them develop technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence within Design & Technology.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering structured lessons, assessing and monitoring student progress, and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment. A strong understanding of health and safety within workshop settings is essential, alongside the ability to manage practical lessons effectively and safely.

What We Offer

  • Competitive daily rates of pay
  • Full-time role providing consistency and stability
  • Maternity cover position secured until Christmas 2026
  • Access to over 2,500 CPD courses and professional development resources
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
  • Opportunities for longer-term or permanent roles within our network
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to eligibility)
  • Uncapped refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
  • Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary level
  • Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills
  • Confidence delivering both practical and theory-based lessons
  • Knowledge of workshop health and safety regulations
  • Two professional references covering the last two years
  • A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
  • A proactive, reliable, and adaptable approach to teaching

About Tradewind Recruitment

With over 25 years of experience, Tradewind Recruitment is a trusted leader in education staffing and a Sunday Times Top 100 employer. We are committed to supporting educators and placing them in high-quality roles across the UK.

For more information, contact James Pullar on 0191 916 8853.

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