Design & Technology Teacher

Posted 4 months ago

Design & Technology Teacher

£33000

Ealing

Consultant

London

Consultant

London

Ross Kavanagh

Supporting Primary Schools in London

Design & Technology Teacher
Location: Acton, W3
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Commutable From: Ealing, Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea

The Opportunity:
Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate and innovative Design & Technology Teacher to join an Ofsted Outstanding specialist SEN provision in Acton from September 2026.
This unique setting supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), SEMH, ADHD, and communication difficulties, through a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to learning.

The school places a strong emphasis on vocational learning pathways, providing pupils with practical, real-world experiences that prepare them for further education, employment, and independent living. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an engaging DT curriculum that develops creativity, technical skills, confidence, and employability.

Your Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated DT lessons across KS3 & KS4
• Support vocational learning pathways and employability-focused projects
• Adapt lessons to meet EHCP outcomes and individual learning needs
• Develop pupils’ practical, creative, and problem-solving skills
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive workshop environment
• Assess, monitor, and track pupil progress effectively
• Work collaboratively with therapists, support staff, and senior leaders
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in learning

Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Essential
• Experience teaching Design & Technology in a secondary or specialist setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly ASD and SEMH
• Strong understanding of differentiated teaching and vocational education
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Passion for practical learning and preparing pupils for future pathways
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Why Long Term Futures?
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process
• Opportunities within outstanding specialist and alternative provisions
• Access to CPD focused on SEN, vocational education, and therapeutic practice
• Long-term/permanent opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals

What’s Next?
• Apply with your updated CV
• Have an introductory call with our team
• Get matched with the right provision in Acton
• Attend an interview or trial lesson
• Start your new role in September with ongoing support

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If you are a qualified secondary teacher in another subject, we are also recruiting across a range of disciplines, please apply to discuss alternative opportunities.

Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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