Teacher of Design Technology
Teacher of Design & Technology (Engineering Specialism Preferred) Location: Brierfield, Lancashire Contract: Full-time Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Temporary with strong potential to become permanent Are you an inspiring and innovative DT Teacher with a passion for Engineering? A thriving mainstream secondary school in Burnley is seeking a dynamic Teacher of Design & Technology, ideally with an Engineering specialism, to join their high-performing department from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated teacher who can bring creativity, ambition, and strong subject knowledge to a forward-thinking school committed to delivering high-quality technical education. What the school offers: A supportive, collaborative DT department with excellent facilities Modern workshops equipped for Engineering, Product Design, Resistant Materials and CAD/CAM A strong emphasis on project-based learning and practical application Opportunities for professional development and career progression A welcoming staff culture and committed leadership team The ideal candidate will: Be a qualified DT Teacher (QTS or equivalent) Bring specialist knowledge in Engineering, or strong DT expertise with willingness to focus on Engineering Deliver engaging, practical lessons at KS3 and KS4 Be committed to raising achievement and inspiring the next generation of designers and engineers Play an active role in the wider school community Contract Information: This position will begin on a full-time temporary basis, with genuine potential for the role to transition into a permanent contract for the right candidate. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website