Design & Technology Teacher London Borough of Lambeth 
Start Date: September 2026 
Full-time, Permanent
MPS/UPS 

About the Opportunity A well-regarded and inclusive secondary school in the London Borough of Lambeth is working in partnership with a specialist education recruitment agency to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic DT Teacher.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Early Career Teacher or an experienced DT Teacher to join a supportive and well-resourced Design & Technology department.

The Role As a DT Teacher, you will deliver engaging and practical lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential opportunities to teach KS5 depending on your specialism.

This DT Teacher role includes:

• Planning and delivering high-quality Design & Technology lessons
• Teaching across specialisms such as Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics or Food Technology
• Promoting creativity, problem-solving and technical skills
• Preparing students for GCSE and/or A-Level DT courses
• Ensuring a safe working environment in line with health and safety regulations

The School Our client school in the London Borough of Lambeth offers an excellent environment for a DT Teacher to develop and thrive.

You will benefit from:

• A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team
• Well-equipped DT workshops and specialist classrooms
• A collaborative and innovative DT department
• Strong CPD and career progression opportunities for any DT Teacher
• Engaged students who enjoy practical learning

The Ideal Candidate We are seeking a DT Teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is working towards it
• Has a degree in Design & Technology or a related subject
• Has strong subject knowledge in one or more DT specialisms
• Is passionate about practical and creative education
• Can inspire and motivate students of all abilities
• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Inner London salary (MPS/UPS)
• Strong ECT support and mentoring
• Opportunities for career progression (e.g. Lead Practitioner / Head of DT)
• Access to high-quality CPD and training
• A supportive and forward-thinking working environment for a DT Teacher

 

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