DT Teacher

Job description

Overview

Reference
DP/DTTeacher/HP27

Salary
£34,398 - £52,490/annum

Job Location
United Kingdom -England -South East England -Buckinghamshire -Princes Risborough

Job Type
Contract

Posted
09 July 2026

Closing date
16 Jul 2026 22:59

Design & Technology Teacher

Princes Risborough
September Start | MPS/UPS

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a supportive and well-regarded secondary school in Princes Risborough to recruit a dedicated and passionate Food Technology / Design & Technology Teacher for a September start.

This role is ideal for a DT specialist with a focus on Food Technology who is enthusiastic about practical learning, confident delivering engaging and hands-on lessons, and committed to helping pupils develop essential life skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of nutrition and food preparation.

The Role

As a Food Technology / DT Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, inspiring pupils and supporting progress in both practical and theory-based elements of the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging Food Technology and DT lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Teaching key topics such as nutrition, food preparation, kitchen safety, and design processes
• Preparing students for assessments and GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition / DT
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and well-managed classroom and practical learning environment
• Assessing pupil progress and providing clear, constructive feedback
• Differentiating lessons to meet a range of learning needs and abilities
• Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, engagement, and achievement
• Ensuring health and safety standards are met at all times in practical lessons
• Working collaboratively with the DT department and wider school staff
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching Food Technology and/or Design & Technology at secondary level (KS3 and/or KS4)
• (ECTs welcome with relevant DT/Food teaching placements)
• Strong subject knowledge in Food Technology and DT
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills
• An engaging, enthusiastic, and supportive teaching style
• A strong understanding of health and safety in a practical classroom environment
• Availability to start in September
• Ability to commute to Windsor, Berkshire

What We Offer

• Pay in line with MPS/UPS, dependent on experience
• Long-term teaching opportunities
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• Access to CPD and training, including safeguarding and behaviour management
• 24/7 CPD Learning Hub to support professional development
• Opportunity to work within supportive and well-resourced schools

How to Apply

If you are a Food Technology / DT Teacher seeking a September role in Princes Risborough, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Telephone: 01494 840527 | 01753 465 256
24/7 Support: 07435 552169

All successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.