Dt Teacher – Prominent Secondary School - Sheffield

Marchant Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a passionate DT Teacher for a highly regarded Sheffield secondary school. This full-time role involves teaching DT across key stages in a high-performing, well-resourced department and contributing to the school community.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS (or PGCE) with excellent subject knowledge and a proven ability to engage high-achieving students in an environment that values learning and pastoral care.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE).
• Excellent DT subject knowledge and passion for the subject.
• Ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities.
• Strong classroom practice and communication skills.
• Legally eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Teach DT across key stages in a high-performing secondary school.
• Deliver engaging lessons that promote academic excellence.
• Join a well-resourced, collaborative DT department.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school community.

Skills

DT expertise

Inspiring teaching

Classroom management

UK classroom experience

Education

QTS or recognized teaching qualification (PGCE)

Job description

A prominent Secondary school is seeking a passionate and inspiring DT Teacher to join one of Sheffield most highly regarded schools. Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and ambitious ethos, this prestigious school is seeking a talented educator to become part of its thriving DT department on a full-time basis.

This is a rare chance to teach motivated, high-achieving students in an environment where learning is genuinely valued, and staff are exceptionally well supported. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and well-resourced department within a school celebrated for both its academic success and its warm, inclusive community.

The Role

• Full-time DT Teacher position

• Teach DT across key stages within a high-performing Secondary school

• Join a successful, collaborative, and exceptionally well-resourced department

• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that inspire intellectual curiosity and academic excellence

• Contribute to the wider life of the school community

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable DT Teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE)

• Possesses excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for DT

• Has the ability to inspire and challenge students of all abilities

• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and excellent communication skills

• Has the legal right to work in the UK

About the School

Located in the heart of Sheffield, this outstanding Secondary school enjoys an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally. Widely recognised for its academic achievement and commitment to student development, the school combines traditional values with a forward-thinking and culturally rich educational environment.

Highlights include:

• Named among the Top 100 Secondary Schools in 2024

• Outstanding academic results, including 86% A*–B at A-Level

• 91% of GCSE grades awarded at 9–7 (A*/A equivalent)

• State-of-the-art facilities and outstanding teaching resources

• Exemplary student behaviour and attitudes to learning

• A deeply supportive pastoral system where student wellbeing is prioritised

• A vibrant and diverse school community with extensive enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom

The school prides itself on a culture of continual self-improvement, intellectual curiosity, and educational excellence. Students are highly motivated, respectful, and eager to learn, making this an incredibly rewarding environment for ambitious educators.

Salary

Competitive salary paid on the Secondary School Pay Scale.