Location: St Helens, Merseyside
Pay: £174.71-£240.70 per day, dependent on experience
Start Date: January 2027
Duration: Until July 2027
Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Design and Technology Teacher to join a secondary school in St Helens from January 2027 until July 2027.
This is a genuine, full-time, long-term teaching vacancy, offering the opportunity to secure a position for the remainder of the 2026/27 academic year.
The school is specifically seeking an experienced Design and Technology Teacher who can confidently deliver both Construction and Engineering, making this an excellent opportunity for a specialist teacher with strong practical and vocational subject knowledge.
The Role
The successful Design Technology Teacher will join an established secondary school department and deliver engaging practical and theory-based lessons.
Responsibilities will include:
Teaching Design and Technology, specialising in Construction and Engineering
Planning and delivering practical and theoretical lessons
Supporting pupils in developing technical knowledge and practical skills
Delivering relevant Construction and Engineering curriculum content
Preparing pupils for assessments and qualifications
Assessing progress and providing constructive feedback
Differentiating lessons to meet varying abilities
Maintaining high standards of workshop health and safety
Managing classroom behaviour and practical learning environments
Working collaboratively with departmental colleagues
The successful candidate will undertake the planning, preparation, assessment and teaching responsibilities associated with a long-term teaching position.
The Ideal Candidate
We are particularly interested in candidates who:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Have substantial experience teaching Design and Technology in secondary schools
Can confidently deliver both Construction and Engineering
Possess strong practical and theoretical subject knowledge
Understand workshop health and safety procedures
Are experienced in managing practical learning environments
Have experience preparing pupils for relevant assessments
Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management
Can differentiate effectively to support different learning needs
Have high expectations of pupil progress and achievement
Are available full-time from January until July 2027
Please note: The ability to teach both Construction and Engineering is essential for this vacancy.
About the School
The position is based at an established secondary school in St Helens, offering an opportunity to join its Design and Technology department for the remainder of the academic year.
The school is looking to secure an experienced specialist ahead of January, providing continuity across its technical and vocational curriculum.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher seeking long-term Design Technology teaching work in St Helens, rather than short-term supply.
Full school details will be shared confidentially with suitable candidates.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
As a Design Technology Teacher working through Tradewind Recruitment, you'll benefit from:
Competitive daily rates of £174.71-£240.70
Weekly pay
A genuine long-term teaching opportunity from January until July
A dedicated education recruitment consultant
Access to further teaching opportunities across St Helens, Warrington, Wigan and Cheshire
Free CPD through The National College
Support throughout the interview and recruitment process
Ongoing support during your placement
Important Applicant Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to commute reliably to St Helens.
QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification is required. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Design Technology Teacher with Construction and Engineering experience looking for a long-term teaching position in St Helens from January 2027, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Anthony Bailey at Tradewind Recruitment to discuss the vacancy in confidence.
Anthony Bailey
Tradewind Recruitment
(phone number removed)
Salary description
£174.00 - £240.00 per day