Graduate Teacher Training – Technology Subjects (Food, Textiles, Design, Graphics)
Are you a graduate with a passion for Technology subjects looking for a salaried, hands-on teacher training route? Teaching Personnel’s Graduate Teacher Training Programme provides an exciting opportunity to train on the job, developing your skills in Food Technology, Textiles, Product Design, or Graphics, while working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in a fully immersive school environment.
If you have a degree in a relevant field and want to inspire students through practical, hands-on learning, this structured school-based training route is the perfect way to gain experience, receive expert mentoring, and work towards becoming a fully qualified Technology Teacher.
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Why Train as a Technology Teacher Through Teaching Personnel?
* Earn While You Train – No tuition fees, fully salaried, and gaining real classroom experience from day one.
* Specialist Mentoring & CPD – Train under experienced teachers in a well-resourced department, receiving guidance and structured professional development.
* Fast-Track to QTS – Begin as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant, before progressing into full teacher training with the opportunity to qualify in just two years.
* Flexible Subject Focus – Train in Food Technology, Textiles, Product Design, or Graphics, depending on your qualifications and strengths.
* Practical, Hands-On Learning – Work closely with students in design studios, workshops, and food tech classrooms, supporting them with coursework and creative projects.
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About the Role
* Year 1: Gain experience in a Technology department as a Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor, supporting practical lessons, demonstrations, and coursework preparation.
* Year 2: Step into formal teacher training, leading lessons under supervision and progressing towards full QTS certification.
* Engaging Curriculum: Teach skills-based learning, from cooking techniques and nutrition in Food Technology, to fabric construction in Textiles, or design software and CAD in Product Design and Graphics.
* Exam Support: Help students prepare for GCSE and BTEC assessments, guiding them through coursework projects and practical exams.
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Who Should Apply?
* Graduates with a degree in Food Science, Fashion/Textile Design, Product Design, Graphics, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
* Individuals with strong practical skills, confident in working with hands-on learning techniques.
* Those with a creative approach to teaching, keen to engage students in project-based learning.
* Aspiring teachers looking for a salaried, school-based alternative to a PGCE and a structured path to QTS.
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Why Apply Through Teaching Personnel?
* Exclusive Access to Schools – We work with Technology departments across multiple schools that are actively seeking trainee teachers.
* Dedicated Career Support – Our expert consultants help you secure placements, guide you through training, and assist with your career progression.
* Structured CPD & Professional Development – Gain access to free training, classroom management workshops, and subject-specific courses.
* Flexible Placement Matching – We ensure you're placed in a school that aligns with your subject strengths and long-term goals.
* Pathway into a Permanent Role – Many of our trainees transition into full-time teaching contracts once fully qualified.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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