Head of Design & Technology
HEAD OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS with TLR2B
Posted: Tuesday 18th March 2025
Closing Date: Friday 28th March 2025, 9am
Job Starts: September 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 31st March 2025
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Head of Design & Technology to lead a successful and supportive team. The appointed person will be required to teach across KS3 and KS4, with the ability to teach all ability ranges as well as academic and vocational courses. This role involves managing the DT and Food Preparation Teams (including technicians). The timetable will be mostly DT but there may be some Food Preparation lessons. You will also be responsible for the management of effective and efficient teaching and learning support in key areas of the school. You will conduct regular meetings, professional development and coaching with staff, setting targets and improving performance. In addition, you will be responsible for overseeing the extra-curricular provision in the Design & Technology Department. We have a range of departmental initiatives which provide opportunities for the right candidate to cultivate their creative capabilities.
The Design & Technology Department is committed to providing high quality teaching and learning for all students and the post represents an ideal opportunity to work in a happy, friendly and positive environment. The Design & Technology Department is highly valued by the school, offering an ambitious curriculum with plans to expand further.