Job description
Job Title: Design Technology Teacher
Location: Sheffield, S5
Pay Rate: £155 - £220 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Bring ideas to life and empower students with hands-on learning in Design Technology!
GSL Education are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Design Technology Teacher to join a supportive school in Sheffield starting September 2025.As a Design Technology Teacher, you will inspire students to build practical abilities and foster inventive thinking through engaging, hands-on activities and creative challenges.This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator who is passionate about developing students’ practical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities as a Design Technology Teacher:
- Provide engaging Design Technology lessons to pupils at multiple Key Stages.
- Teach across areas such as Resistant Materials, Product Design, Graphics, or Textiles depending on specialism.
- Develop pupils' technical knowledge and practical skills using workshop tools and digital technologies.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety in the classroom.
- Track student progress and contribute to department planning and assessment.
Candidate Requirements for Design Technology Teacher:
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is mandatory.
- Experience teaching Design Technology in a UK school setting.
- Knowledge of current curriculum standards and assessment methods.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A detailed CV covering the past 10 years with all gaps clearly explained
Why Choose GSL Education?
- Competitive rates and flexible working options.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to a network of schools and professional development opportunities.
- Ethical recruitment focused on safeguarding and quality staffing.
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.