Day-to-Day Design & Technology Supply Specialist – Secondary Schools Across Gloucester

Secondary academies and comprehensive schools across Gloucester and the surrounding Gloucestershire area (GL postcodes including Central Gloucester Quedgeley Hucclecote Cheltenham and Stroud) are seeking adaptable safety-conscious Design & Technology Specialists for flexible day-to-day and short-term supply cover across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

As a specialist DT Supply Teacher you will step into pre-planned Design & Technology lessons (covering Resistant Materials Product Design Graphics Systems & Control or Food Technology where applicable) across various secondary settings in Gloucester. Schools particularly value DT specialists who can enforce strict workshop safety standards guide CAD/CAM and practical project tasks and maintain strong classroom management in active learning environments.

This position offers complete flexibility: choose to work anywhere from 1 to 5 days per week with zero lesson planning marking or extra-curricular obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set Design & Technology lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE / Vocational)

• Supervise workshop practicals ensuring students operate hand tools machinery and equipment safely in full compliance with health and safety regulations

• Assist pupils with CAD/CAM tasks design ideas technical drawing and prototyping evaluations

• Maintain tight classroom control and equipment vigilance in workshops computer labs and food rooms

• Complete electronic attendance registers accurately at the start of each period

• Leave structured written feedback and handover notes for returning departmental staff

Whats on Offer

• Total Schedule Control: Choose the specific days and local Gloucester/Gloucestershire areas you wish to work

• Competitive Pay: Paid weekly via PAYE on market-leading daily supply rates

• Zero Admin: No planning marking or departmental meetings required

• Variety: Experience diverse learning environments across state academies grammar schools and faith settings across Gloucester

• Long-Term Potential: Opportunity to transition into short-term block bookings or fixed-term positions if desired

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK equivalent (ECTs Experienced Teachers and FE/vocational specialists welcome)

• Honors degree in Design & Technology Product Design Engineering or a related field

• Up-to-date awareness of secondary workshop health safety and machinery protocols (DATA/CLEAPSS training advantageous)

• Strong classroom management and practical group supervision abilities

• An active DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for these day-to-day Design & Technology supply opportunities across Gloucester.