Trainee DT Teacher - Grad2Teach : Job Details

About the RoleA High-Achieving and Inclusive Secondary School in London

This opportunity is based at a creative and forward-thinking secondary school for students aged 11-18, located in the heart of London. The school serves a diverse and ambitious student population and is committed to academic excellence, inclusive education, and preparing students for success in the modern world.

The Design and Technology (D&T) department is a thriving part of the school’s curriculum, with excellent facilities and a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning. Students are encouraged to develop problem-solving skills, technical understanding, and creative confidence through engaging projects across areas such as product design, resistant materials, textiles, and food technology. With a strong commitment to innovation and student development, this school offers an exciting setting to begin your teaching career.

About the Role & Grad2Teach Programme

This Graduate Trainee Design and Technology Teacher role is part of the Grad2Teach salaried initial teacher training programme—a financially supported, classroom-based route into teaching.

You will:

• Begin by teaching D&T lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Progress through Grad2Teach’s structured two-phase training model

• Work toward a PGCE with QTS, awarded by Coventry University

• Receive a salary throughout your training—no tuition fees required

• Benefit from expert mentoring, tailored coaching, and access to a curriculum aligned with the Teaching Standards and Core Content Framework

Training Structure:Phase 1:

• Support lesson planning, delivery, and classroom organisation

• Assist in practical sessions, workshops, and project-based learning

• Develop strategies for behaviour management and inclusive teaching

Phase 2:

• Independently teach up to 18 hours per week

• Deliver engaging, hands-on D&T lessons

• Complete PGCE assignments and formal assessments

This is a fantastic route for aspiring D&T teachers who want to inspire the next generation of designers, engineers, and makers—while gaining valuable classroom experience in a structured and supportive environment.

Candidate Requirements

To be eligible for this role, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree—ideally in Design and Technology, Engineering, Product Design, or a related field

• Be passionate about creative and technical education

• Demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous professional development

• Hold (or be working towards) GCSEs in English and Maths (flexibility may be available in Phase 1)

Whether you’re a recent graduate or considering a career change, this is a unique opportunity to train as a D&T teacher in a London school—earning a salary while building practical teaching experience.