Job Description

Job Title: Design & Technology Teacher

Location: Greenwich
Salary: £165 - £250 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Long Term
Working Hours: Part-time (2 Days per Week Must be available to work on Wednesdays plus one additional day, excluding Thursdays)

Are you a creative and dedicated Design & Technology Teacher looking for a flexible part-time teaching opportunity?

GSL Education London are seeking an enthusiastic Design & Technology Teacher to join a school in Greenwich from September 2026.

The successful Design & Technology (DT) Teacher will deliver engaging lessons across relevant key stages, supporting students according to the curriculum and syllabus. Working two days per week, you will play a key role in helping students develop their design, manufacturing, and problem-solving abilities while fostering a safe and stimulating workshop environment.

Design & Technology Teacher Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging Design & Technology lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Support students according to the curriculum and syllabus.
• Teach practical and theoretical aspects of Design & Technology across relevant key stages.
• Prepare students for coursework, assessments, and examinations where applicable.
• Assess, monitor, and record student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain a safe and organised workshop environment, ensuring health and safety procedures are followed.
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and school staff to support student achievement.

Requirements of a Design & Technology Teacher:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE, ECT/NQT, an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design & Technology, Engineering, Product Design, Education, or a related field.
• Previous experience teaching Design & Technology within schools.
• Strong subject knowledge across Design & Technology disciplines.
• Excellent classroom, workshop, and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students through creative and practical learning.
• Availability to work every Wednesday and one additional day each week (excluding Thursday).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply via GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Design & 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.