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Design Technology Teacher – SEMH School

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Design Technology Teacher – SEMH School

West Drayton, West London

Paid to Scale (dependent on experience)
Monday to Friday | Full-Time | Temp to Perm Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Design Technology Teacher to join a specialist SEMH school in West Drayton, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and engaging teacher who can inspire pupils through practical, hands-on learning while helping them build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is preferred, although experienced unqualified teachers with relevant SEMH experience will also be considered.

The Role:

  • Planning and delivering engaging Design Technology lessons to pupils with SEMH needs
  • Creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
  • Adapting lessons to meet individual learning needs and EHCP outcomes
  • Promoting positive behaviour and supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing
  • Working collaboratively with the wider teaching, pastoral, and therapeutic teams
  • Monitoring pupil progress and contributing to reviews and reports

The Ideal Candidate:

  • QTS is preferred
  • Experience teaching Design Technology at secondary level
  • Experience working with pupils with SEMH, SEND, or additional needs is desirable
  • Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, resilient approach
  • Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and are looking to make a positive impact within a specialist education setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Notice

To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa.

At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must:

  • Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks.
  • Hold an enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.

Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.