Design and Technology (DT) Teacher in London, Greater London

Design and Technology (DT) Teacher - January 2027 Start

Location: Barking and Dagenham, East London
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, for the remainder of the academic year
Specialism: Resistant Materials / Graphics preferred, but all DT specialisms welcome

A good secondary school based in Barking and Dagenham is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated Design and Technology (DT) Teacher to join its successful department from January 2027. Teachers specialising in Resistant Materials or Graphics are particularly encouraged to apply, although applications from all DT specialisms are welcome.

The School

This welcoming community secondary school in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham is looking to appoint an inspiring DT Teacher who is committed to helping students achieve their full potential.

The school has exceptionally high expectations and ambitions for every student. Following significant investment, the school has recently completed a full rebuild, providing excellent facilities and a modern learning environment.

As a larger-than-average school, it offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills and enhance their teaching practice. The school was rated Good by Ofsted, with inspectors recognising the quality of staff training and professional development.

The school also benefits from excellent transport links, with both a railway station and an Underground station within approximately a 10-minute walk.

The Role - Design and Technology Teacher

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful DT department within a supportive and ambitious secondary school.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Design and Technology across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5, delivering engaging, creative and practical lessons that develop students' technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities and design skills.

The school is particularly interested in candidates with a specialism in Resistant Materials or Graphics. However, teachers with other DT specialisms are also encouraged to apply.

You will work alongside a large, experienced and supportive team, collaborating to deliver an engaging curriculum and ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

The school welcomes applications from experienced DT Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are passionate about their subject and eager to make a positive contribution to the department.

The role will commence in January 2027 and continue for the remainder of the academic year.

Requirements - DT Teacher

To be considered for this Design and Technology Teacher position, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A PGCE in Design and Technology or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching DT across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• A specialism in Resistant Materials or Graphics would be advantageous, although all DT specialisms will be considered.
• A passion for practical learning, creativity and developing students' design and technical skills.
• The ability to deliver engaging, effective and differentiated lessons.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine desire to contribute to a successful school and department.

Apply Today!

If you are an enthusiastic Design and Technology Teacher looking for a new opportunity from January 2027, we would love to hear from you.

Whether your specialism is Resistant Materials, Graphics or another area of Design and Technology, apply today to be considered for this exciting teaching opportunity in Barking and Dagenham.

TimePlan Education Group Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and declarations, provide two professional references covering at least the previous two years, complete our online application process and attend a video or face-to-face interview.

TimePlan Education Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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