Job Description

Design and Technology Teacher

Design Technology Teacher | DT Teacher | Engineering Teacher | East Sussex | September 2026

A secondary school in East Sussex is seeking a talented Design Technology Teacher to join its growing DT department from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Design Technology Teacher to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to contribute to specialist areas including Engineering, Product Design and Resistant Materials. Applications are welcomed from teachers with experience in any area of Design and Technology, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, CAD/CAM and Product Design.

The department is committed to developing creativity, technical knowledge and practical problem-solving skills. Students are encouraged to design, innovate and think critically whilst gaining experience of real-world engineering and manufacturing principles.

The Role

• Full time, permanent Design Technology Teacher position

• September 2026 start

• Teach Design Technology across KS3 and KS4

• Opportunity to teach Engineering and Product Design

• MPS/UPS salary scale

• Suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers

• Well-resourced workshops and specialist facilities

• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Ability to teach Design Technology across KS3 and KS4

• Experience teaching Engineering, Product Design, Resistant Materials or related disciplines

• Strong practical and technical subject knowledge

• High expectations for behaviour and achievement

• A commitment to engaging, hands-on learning

Why Apply?

The school is committed to providing students with a broad and ambitious curriculum that prepares them for further study and future careers. Design Technology plays an important role in developing creativity, resilience and technical understanding, helping students gain valuable skills that are increasingly sought after by employers and universities.

This role would suit a Design Technology Teacher, DT Teacher, Engineering Teacher, Product Design Teacher, Resistant Materials Teacher or Design and Technology ECT seeking a permanent teaching opportunity in East Sussex from September 2026.