Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work, witht he option to become permanent for the right candidate
Start Date: 23/11/2026
Location: Hertfordshire, UK
Salary: £35,602–£54,328 per annum (London fringe teacher pay scale, MPS1–UPS3)
Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main or Upper Pay Range.
Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Email: (url removed)
Contact Name: Danna Crous
About the Role:
As a Textiles Teacher, you can shape imaginative lessons within an independent secondary schools ambitious creative curriculum. Youll help students aged 11 to 16 develop design ideas, practical techniques and the confidence to experiment with materials. Experienced Design and Technology colleagues will support you as you bring your own creative approach to the classroom.
This Textiles Teacher opportunity also includes form tutoring and a place in the schools wider creative activities. If you enjoy combining thoughtful teaching with hands-on creativity, Teach Now would love to hear from you.
Requirements:
To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:
Experience teaching Textiles across Key Stages 3 and 4
Secure knowledge of textile materials, techniques and design processes
Ability to plan and assess practical and theoretical lessons
Key Responsibilities:
Teach engaging Textiles lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Develop resources that support different learning needs
Guide students through design, making and evaluation
Assess progress and give constructive feedback
Undertake form tutor duties
Contribute to creative activities beyond lessons
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Be a Textiles Teacher who encourages curiosity and independence
Bring creativity and care to lesson planning
Show calm, consistent classroom management
Have clear communication skills
Build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.
We:
Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process:
Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance
Salary description
£35602.00 - £54328.00 per year