Summary: The Engineering Teacher role is a long-term, full-time position within the Design Technology department of a mainstream secondary school in Derby, starting in February 2026. The successful candidate will teach Key Stage 5 Engineering, focusing on exam preparation and student engagement. The school offers excellent facilities and a supportive community environment. Candidates with QTS and a specialism in Design Technology or Engineering are encouraged to apply, including ECTs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach Engineering at Key Stage 5, including exam preparation.
- Implement and follow schemes of learning to help students achieve excellent results.
- Manage classroom effectively to promote student engagement.
- Collaborate with the Design Technology department to enhance educational offerings.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Design Technology or Engineering.
- Experience teaching Engineering at Key Stage 5.
- Excellent classroom management skills.
- Ability to engage and motivate students.
Salary (Rate): £232 daily
City: Derby
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Education
Job Title: Engineering Teacher
Location: Derby
Start Date: February 2026
Salary: £168 - £232 per day
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in the Allestree area of Derby. The school is a well-subscribed secondary school with a feel of the community. The school boasts fantastic facilities and offers opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote students’ engagement, to help them flourish personally and academically.
The school is looking to take on an Engineering Teacher on a long term, full-time placement within their Design Technology department.
The successful applicant will be working across Key Stage 5, including exam preparation for exams. The role will be paramount in helping students achieve excellent results in the subject, whilst following and implementing the schemes of learning.
The successful Engineering Teacher will have:
- QTS with Design Technology or Engineering specialism (ECTs are also welcomed)
- Experience teaching Engineering at Key Stage 5
- Excellent classroom management
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
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