Job description
Job Title: Design Technology (DT) Teacher
Location: Sheffield (S4)
Pay Rate: £155 – £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a creative and enthusiastic Design Technology Teacher eager to inspire the next generation of innovators, designers, and problem-solvers?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Design Technology Teacher to join a school in Sheffield. This role provides an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging lessons, encourage creativity, and support students in developing practical and technical skills.
Role Overview:
As a Design Technology (DT) Teacher, you will deliver lessons across Key Stages, with the potential to teach depending on experience. You will guide pupils through projects, encourage innovation, and provide them with the skills to succeed in both academic and practical aspects of the subject.
As a Design Technology Teacher, you will:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and creative DT lessons.
- Teach a range of DT specialisms (e.g., Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, or Engineering) depending on school requirements.
- Inspire pupils to explore design concepts, problem-solving, and hands-on skills.
- Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing constructive feedback.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively to maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum development and extracurricular projects.
- Uphold high standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare.
Requirements for Design Technology Teacher:
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Experience teaching DT at school level is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of the Design Technology curriculum and relevant teaching strategies.
- Excellent classroom management, communication, and organisational skills.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates of £155 – £220.
- Flexible placements: day-to-day supply, long-term, full-time, or part-time.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement.
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’ to submit your CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch shortly.