Textiles Teacher - Supportive School in Leeds - April Start!

A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Leeds is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Textiles Teacher to join its successful Design & Technology department from April. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Textiles Teacher to work within a school that prioritises staff development, collaboration, and student engagement.

The successful Textiles Teacher will teach Textiles across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to contribute to KS5 depending on experience.

Textiles Teacher required – April start
Supportive secondary school in Leeds
Teaching Textiles across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 opportunities available)
Well-resourced DT department with specialist Textiles facilities

The Role

The school is looking for an engaging and skilled Textiles Teacher who can deliver creative and practical lessons that inspire students and develop strong technical skills.

Responsibilities of the Textiles Teacher include:

• Teaching Textiles across KS3 and KS4, with potential KS5 teaching

• Delivering lessons on fabric techniques, garment construction, and design processes

• Supporting students in developing coursework and creative portfolios

• Encouraging creativity, independence, and attention to detail

• Contributing to extracurricular activities and enrichment within DT

The School

This supportive secondary school in Leeds is known for its inclusive ethos and strong focus on staff wellbeing. The DT department is collaborative and well resourced, with specialist Textiles rooms, sewing machines, and dedicated creative spaces that support high-quality teaching and learning.

Staff benefit from a positive working culture, strong leadership, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Textiles Teacher will:

• Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification

• Have experience teaching Textiles across KS3 and KS4

• Be confident delivering practical lessons safely and effectively

• Be passionate about design, creativity, and student development

• Be eager to contribute to the wider life of the school

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Textiles Teacher to join a supportive secondary school in Leeds and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and well-resourced department.

Apply now to be considered for this Textiles Teacher position starting in April.