New Directions Education are seeking to appoint a design and technology teacher, for an immediate start. The post is working across Cardiff, with the opportunity to work across several secondary schools.
The role would be a superb opportunity to progress into a long-term role for the academic year. This is a full-time role working within the school and across the department. It is initially due to start as soon as possible. The role offers up to five days a week, guaranteed work.
The schools have a solid academic record and this role would be an excellent opportunity for both Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) as well as more experienced teachers. The schools are well established within the area and have great involvement in the community surroundings, with excellent transport links.
The successful candidate will:
Be passionate and knowledgeable, with the ability to inspire and motivate students to succeed
Have the ability to teach up to GCSE level
Adhere to New Directions Compliance procedures
Be in possession of a clear DBS with the update service (desirable but not essential).
The ability to uphold excellent classroom behaviour and deliver varied teaching styles is essential. A professional attitude is important, where you will be required to abide to the school policies and dress code. You will need to be registered with the Education Workforce Council and happy to adhere to New Directions compliance procedures
Job Specification
We recruit Design and Technology (D&T) Teachers who are experienced or Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs).
Ideally you will be happy to teach anywhere from Key Stage 3 (KS3), Key Stage 4 (KS4) and possibly Key Stage 5 (KS5) in the following areas:
Electronics
Food technology
Graphics
Resistant materials
Systems
Textiles
As a Design and Technology Teacher you’ll be expected to:
Teach all areas of the school curriculum or your subject specialism
Organise the classroom and learning resources to create a positive teaching environment
Plan, prepare and teach lessons that cater for all student ability ranges
Motivate pupils with enthusiastic and imaginative presentation
Maintain discipline
Meet requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils’ development
Coordinate activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area
Stay up-to-date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum
Take part in school events and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening
Liaise with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly within smaller schools.
What New Directions Education offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry