DT Teacher

Smart Teachers are recruiting on behalf of a thriving secondary school in East London seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Product Design / Resistant Materials Teacher to join their successful Design & Technology department from September 2026

About the role

The successful candidate will teach Product Design and Resistant Materials across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging practical and theory-based lessons that inspire students to develop their creativity, technical knowledge and problem-solving skills. You will join a collaborative department that values innovation, high-quality teaching and excellent outcomes for all learners.

About the school

This is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong commitment to academic achievement and personal development. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, well-equipped Design & Technology facilities and a culture of collaboration where professional development is actively encouraged.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of DT Teacher you will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Have experience teaching Product Design and/or Resistant Materials at Key Stages 3 and 4
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and strong subject knowledge
• Be committed to raising attainment and supporting students of all abilities

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable teaching experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].