Design and Technology Teacher

Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Dagenham
School Setting: Secondary School
Contract Type: Permanent

REF: SENDIRECT/191672
Rate: £38,766 – £50,288 per annum
Hours: Full time
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a creative and motivated Design and Technology Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of makers, designers, and problem-solvers? A forward-thinking secondary school in Dagenham is looking for a dedicated DT teacher to join their team from September 2025. This full-time, permanent position is perfect for an Early Career Teacher or an experienced educator with a passion for practical, innovative learning.

You’ll be joining a well-resourced DT department with modern facilities and a curriculum designed to nurture technical skills, critical thinking, and creativity. Whether your focus is on resistant materials, product design, graphics, or systems, your input will help students explore real-world challenges through design.

With a competitive salary, supportive colleagues, and access to high-quality CPD, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while making a tangible impact in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and practical DT lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Teach across areas such as product design, graphics, and materials.
• Promote safe workshop practices and encourage creative thinking.
• Plan, assess, and adapt lessons to meet a variety of learning needs.
• Contribute to the development of DT curriculum and school projects.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues and take part in extra-curricular and enrichment opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• QTS and a degree in Design and Technology or a related field (essential).
• Open to Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers alike.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Confidence in delivering practical and theoretical content.
• Understanding of health and safety in workshop settings.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil well-being.
• Enthusiasm for technology, creativity, and student development.

About School Staff Direct

School Staff Direct is a specialist education recruitment agency placing passionate educators into schools where they can thrive. We work with teachers at all stages of their careers, helping them find roles in supportive, innovative school communities that value high-quality teaching and professional growth.

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