Job description

Looking for a Design and Technology Teacher in Doncaster!

Job Title: Design and Technology Teacher
Location: Doncaster
Salary: Up to £200 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a creative Design and Technology Teacher looking for your next opportunity to inspire the next generation of designers, engineers and problem-solvers? A welcoming secondary school in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated Design and Technology Teacher to join their team from September 2026.

About the Role:

As a Design and Technology Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, encouraging students to develop practical skills, creativity and technical knowledge. You will plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess progress effectively and create an engaging classroom environment where students are motivated to achieve their best. Working as part of a supportive department, you will contribute to raising standards and promoting a positive learning experience.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and excellent pastoral care, creating a rewarding place to teach and develop professionally.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.

  • Assess, monitor and record student progress.

  • Differentiate learning to meet the needs of individual students.

  • Promote safe working practices within practical classroom environments.

  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers where appropriate.

  • Contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

  • Experience teaching Design and Technology within a secondary school setting.

  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.

  • A passion for delivering high-quality Design and Technology lessons.

  • An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.

If you're ready to inspire young people and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.

To work with GSL Education as a Design and Technology Teacher, you should:

  • Have the right to work in the UK.

  • Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.

  • Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL 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.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).

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

For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.