Design Technology Teacher

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Us as a Design Technology Teacher!

Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start Date: January 2027

Please note: UK applicants only – no sponsorship available.

About the Role

At Red Kite School, we believe that learning goes beyond the classroom. We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic and creative Design Technology Teacher who can ignite a passion for practical learning in our students. Your role will be pivotal in helping them build confidence, resilience, and essential skills that will serve them well in school and beyond.

This isn’t just a teaching position; it’s a chance to transform lives. You’ll help young people overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and achieve success in ways they never thought possible. Whether you’re an experienced Design Technology Teacher, a specialist in Product Design, Engineering, or Resistant Materials, or a mainstream teacher seeking a more impactful career, you’ll find a supportive environment here where you can truly make a difference.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on Design Technology lessons that inspire creativity and participation.
• Support students in developing practical skills through designing, making, evaluating, and problem-solving.
• Adapt learning experiences to meet individual needs, strengths, and interests.
• Build positive relationships that encourage students to take risks and believe in their abilities.
• Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and help students reach meaningful goals.
• Contribute to personalized learning plans and collaborate with colleagues and external professionals.

What You Will Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines subject expertise with a genuine passion for helping young people succeed. Here’s what you’ll need:

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching Design Technology or a related practical subject.
• Creativity and enthusiasm to make learning engaging and accessible.
• Experience in classroom management and adapting teaching to SEND individual needs.
• A patient, resilient, and solution-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to supporting students who may have faced challenges in their educational journey.

About Us

Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11–18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Opened in September 2024, our school is nestled in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire.

We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every young person is understood, valued, and encouraged to thrive. Our experienced team fosters a calm, structured atmosphere where students build confidence and achieve positive outcomes through personalized learning and strong relationships.

Our curriculum is designed to develop the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication, and life skills students need to succeed in education and beyond, helping them become confident learners and responsible citizens.

Why Join Us?

At Red Kite School, we place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do. Every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students. All applicants will undergo social media checks and successful candidates will complete a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

milton keynes

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English