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Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for your next role teaching Design Technology in a school located in Islington?
We are working with a forward-thinking secondary school to appoint a full-time Design Technology Teacher for a September start. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, inclusive learning environment with a strong commitment to excellence and creativity.
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About the Role:
* Position: Design Technology Teacher (Product Design specialism preferred)
* Start Date: September 2025
* Contract Type: Full-time and Permanent
* Salary: Inner London MPS/UPS (dependent on experience)
* Location: Islington, North London
* Interviews: To be arranged immediately
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Job Role Requirements:
* Teach Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4
* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and innovative lessons, ideally with a focus on Product Design
* Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities
* Maintain high standards of classroom management and pupil engagement
* Work collaboratively with the wider DT department to support student progress
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Qualifications and Person Specification:
* Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Degree in a relevant subject (e.g., Product Design, Engineering, DT)
* Proven experience teaching Design Technology at secondary level
* Strong subject knowledge with the ability to inspire and motivate pupils
* Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
* Passion for developing creative, practical, and theoretical DT skills in students
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Why Join This Client?
* A co-educational secondary school with academy status, serving a diverse and vibrant student population
* Rated "Good" by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the strong leadership and commitment to raising standards
* Pupils are described as "polite and courteous," and the school is noted for fostering a "calm and purposeful" learning environment
* Modern facilities and a supportive Senior Leadership Team focused on teacher development
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Transport Links:
The school is easily accessible via multiple transport routes, including the Northern Line and local bus services, making commuting convenient from across London.
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Benefits of Working with Tradewind Recruitment:
* Competitive daily rates and permanent salary options
* Unlimited access to National College CPD - all completely free of charge
* Your own dedicated, experienced consultant who will support you throughout your placement
* Interview and CV advice to give you the best chance of securing the role
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Apply Now!
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join a progressive school community and a well-respected agency. The school is reviewing CVs now, and interviews will be arranged immediately.
📩 To apply or to find out about other similar teaching opportunities, contact Leanne King, Business Manager, directly at (url removed)
To apply for this role you will need to:
* Hold QTS status or equivalent teaching qualification
* Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
* CV must cover full work history
* Legal right to work in the UK
Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first. We have the very best people to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you, to ensure we have a thorough understanding of your career goals and work hard on your behalf to secure you positions with great rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay, however we will happily accrue this upon request) and plenty of development opportunities. We have more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, a brilliant referral bonus, full interview preparation, help with lesson planning, online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability and plenty more benefits by registering with Tradewind. Because our people matter most.
We specialise in matching teachers and support staff with their dream job, and help primary, secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 12 offices in the UK.
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