Job description
Job Title: Design Technology Teacher
Location: Sheffield, S9
Salary: £155 - £220 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are currently seeking a creative and motivated Design Technology Teacher to join a vibrant school located in Sheffield starting September 2025. As a Design Technology Teacher, you will empower students to develop practical skills and innovative thinking through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator to shape the practical skills and imaginative thinking of students through hands-on learning.
Key Responsibilities as a Design Technology Teacher:
- Teach Design Technology across Key Stages, delivering engaging lessons in areas such as Resistant Materials, Product Design, and Graphics.
- Inspire students to think creatively and develop their problem-solving and technical skills.
- Ensure all lessons are in line with curriculum standards and tailored to student needs.
- Foster a safe and stimulating learning environment in workshops and classrooms.
- Monitor, assess, and report on student progress effectively.
Requirements for Design Technology Teacher:
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is mandatory.
- Experience teaching Design Technology in a school setting.
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety within a practical learning environment.
- Excellent communication, classroom management, and organisational skills.
- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A comprehensive CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps explained.
Why Choose GSL Education?
- Competitive daily pay rates tailored to your experience.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Access to local, long-term teaching roles.
- Opportunities for continued professional development.
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 Design Technology Teacher role, click “apply now” and submit your up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.