Job description
Job title: Design and Technology Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Salary: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Long-Term/Day-to-day, Full-Time/Part-Time
Can you turn creative ideas into engaging learning experiences and inspire pupils to explore the world of design and technology?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Design and Technology (D&T) Teacher to work in a school in Sheffield. This role is perfect for an educator who can combine technical knowledge with creativity, helping pupils understand design principles and develop practical skills through engaging lessons.
You will encourage pupils to explore different materials, techniques and design processes while guiding them through practical projects that develop their problem-solving and independent thinking.
Responsibilities of a Design and Technology Teacher:
- Plan and deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons.
- Teach design principles, materials, tools and practical techniques.
- Organise and supervise practical classroom activities.
- Encourage creativity, innovation and problem-solving.
- Assess pupils' project work and monitor their progress.
- Ensure workshop and classroom activities follow health and safety procedures.
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet different learning needs.
Requirements for the Design and Technology Teacher role:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
- Strong subject knowledge in Design and Technology.
- Previous experience teaching the subject in a school setting.
- Confidence managing practical lessons and classroom activities.
- Understanding of workshop safety and appropriate equipment use.
- Effective communication and classroom management skills.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
If you are a creative and practical Design and Technology Teacher who can inspire pupils to explore ideas, develop design skills and bring their projects to life, we would love to hear from you.
What can GSL Education offer you?
- Competitive daily pay.
- Teaching opportunities across Sheffield.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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 South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the Design and Technology Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
Design and Technology Teacher