Design Technology (DT) Teacher

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Design Technology Teacher to engage students in practical and theoretical aspects of DT. You will inspire creativity and problem-solving skills across various projects while preparing students for assessments. The ideal candidate will hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and demonstrate excellent classroom management. This role includes flexible opportunities with competitive daily pay rates.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible opportunities (day-to-day, short-term, long-term)

Support from a dedicated consultant

Access to professional development

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in Design Technology.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• A full CV covering the last 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in DT subjects.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level assessments.
• Monitor and assess student progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Creativity

Teaching DT across Key Stages

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: Design Technology (DT) Teacher

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Are you a creative and innovative Design Technology Teacher ready to inspire students and help them bring their ideas to life?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Design Technology Teacher to join schools in the Tickhill (DN11) area. This is an exciting opportunity to engage students in practical and theoretical aspects of DT, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and technical skills across a variety of projects.

Responsibilities as a Design Technology Teacher:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in areas such as Resistant Materials, Graphics, Product Design, or Engineering.
• Develop students’ practical skills while reinforcing health and safety in the workshop.
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level assessments, ensuring they achieve their academic targets.
• Inspire creativity and innovative thinking in a supportive learning environment.
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress.
• Contribute to the wider school community and extracurricular activities where appropriate.

Requirements for Design Technology Teacher:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to teach DT across Key Stages is desirable.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering a safe and productive environment for practical work.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any employment gaps.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible opportunities – day-to-day, short-term, or long-term placements.
• Support from a dedicated consultant and access to professional development.
• A chance to make a real impact in students’ creative and technical education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the role of Design Technology Teacher, please click ‘apply now’ and submit your CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.