Design & Technology Teacher

Start Date: January 5th, 2026**

About the School

Maple Bloom has a distinguished 13-year history, founded by an experienced UK educator who previously operated one of Solihulls top-rated pre-schools. Building on this reputation for excellence and strong parental trust, Maple Bloom opened its first pre-school campus in Tanzania in 2020.

Located in Masaki, Dar es Salaam, the purpose-built Maple Bloom Elementary campus delivers a British-style education that is internationally recognised. As a Pearson Edexcel approved centre, the school implements the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), and a forward-thinking approach that values creativity, innovation, and practical learning.

Small class sizes, strong pastoral support, and well-resourced learning spaces underpin Maple Blooms commitment to high-quality, child-centred education.

Living in Tanzania

Tanzania offers an outstanding lifestyle for international teachers, combining professional satisfaction with cultural richness and adventure. Masaki is a vibrant expatriate-friendly district with cafés, restaurants, local markets, and easy access to the beach for sailing, diving, and relaxation.

Beyond the city, Tanzania offers world-leading attractions including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibars beaches, and Mount Kilimanjaro. Its welcoming culture and laid-back lifestyle make it a highly rewarding place to live and work.

The Role Design & Technology Teacher

The Design & Technology Teacher will inspire students through hands-on, creative, and project-based learning. The role involves teaching upper primary and lower secondary students and helping to shape a dynamic and forward-thinking D&T programme.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and delivering engaging D&T lessons that develop creativity, technical knowledge, and practical skills across areas such as materials, structures, mechanisms, simple electronics, and design thinking.

Guiding students through the complete design cycle, including research, planning, prototyping, testing, refinement, and evaluation.

Ensuring safe and effective use of all tools, equipment, and materials, and maintaining high standards of health and safety in the workshop and classroom.

Designing age-appropriate and inspiring projects that build confidence in making, building, and problem solving.

Differentiating instruction to support a wide range of abilities and ensuring that every student is appropriately challenged.

Working collaboratively with colleagues to strengthen and integrate the schools STEAM programme.

Keeping accurate assessment records and reporting progress clearly to students and parents.

Contributing to wider school life by supporting clubs, competitions, exhibitions, or practical learning events.

Participating fully in school events, professional development opportunities, and curriculum development discussions.

Requirements

• Recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, B.Ed, QTS, or equivalent
• Specialism or strong experience in Design & Technology or a related practical discipline such as STEAM, Product Design, or Engineering.
• Minimum of three years relevant teaching experience.
• Strong practical and workshop-based skills with confidence using a range of tools and materials.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety requirements in practical learning environments.
• Experience with IPC/IMYC or the British curriculum is an advantage.
• Native or fluent English speaker.
• Creative, organised, and enthusiastic about inquiry-based and hands-on learning.

Salary & Benefits

• Very competitive international salary.
• Flights or relocation allowance.
• Medical insurance.
• Accommodation allowance.
• Pension contribution or completion bonus at the end of the contract.
• Two-year renewable contract.
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities.