Job description
Job Title: Design & Technology Teacher
Location: Kent
Pay Rate: £120 - £250 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Long-term (Full-time/Part-time)
Are you a passionate and innovative Design & Technology (DT) Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of creators and problem-solvers?
GSL Education are thrilled to be recruiting for a dedicated DT Teacher to join a forward-thinking and inclusive school in Kent. This long-term role begins in September 2025 and offers flexibility for both full-time and part-time candidates. You’ll have the chance to engage students in hands-on learning, encouraging creativity, technical skill development, and real-world problem-solving.
Responsibilities of a DT Teacher:
- Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons in Design & Technology.
- Inspire students to explore design principles, engineering concepts, and practical skills.
- Support students in developing projects using a range of materials and technologies.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom and workshop environment.
- Assess student work and provide constructive feedback to aid progress.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance cross-curricular learning opportunities.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools, machinery, and resources.
Requirements of a DT Teacher:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or equivalent qualifications.
- Experience teaching Design & Technology at secondary school level.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- A passion for innovation, creativity, and student development.
- A current enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.
- A solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rate of £120 to £250, depending on experience.
- A supportive and dynamic school environment in Kent.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning journeys.
- Dedicated support from GSL Education throughout your placement.
If you are a committed and enthusiastic DT Teacher ready to shape the minds of future designers, engineers, and innovators, we would love to hear from you!
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 supporting staff in schools across the UK.
To express your interest in this exciting opportunity, click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.