Job description
️ Teacher of Design Technology (Product Design) – Maternity Cover ️
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Contract: Maternity Cover (1 Year)
Salary: MPS/UPS (Dependent on Experience)
Do you have a passion for design, innovation, and inspiring the next generation of creators?
GSL Education Manchester is proud to be working with a high-achieving secondary school in Stockport to recruit a Teacher of Design Technology with a specialism in Product Design. This maternity cover role offers the chance to teach in a well-equipped department with a strong emphasis on practical learning and creative thinking.
About the Role:
You’ll be delivering engaging and hands-on DT lessons to KS3 and KS4 students, supporting them to develop design concepts, work with various materials, and understand industry-standard design principles.
Key responsibilities will include:
Delivering well-structured DT lessons with a focus on Product Design
Managing practical workshop sessions safely and effectively
Supporting pupils through coursework and project-based learning
Contributing to department planning and enrichment
What We’re Looking For:
QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
Experience in delivering Product Design or broader DT at secondary level
Strong workshop and classroom management skills
A creative and forward-thinking teaching style
Why This School?
This is a forward-thinking school known for its outstanding facilities, student engagement, and strong leadership team. The DT department is supported by experienced technicians and equipped with the tools and tech to bring projects to life.
Safeguarding Commitment
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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Interested in Finding Out More?
We’re shortlisting now – if you’re ready for your next creative challenge or simply want to learn more, we’d love to chat.
Orien.Mojdeh@gsleducation.com
0161 537 6500