Deputy Head of Design TechnologyEDV/2026/RSFC/40817

Southwold Primary School; Wroughton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pension Scheme

Employer contributions above national

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Job summary

The Ridgeway School and Sixth Form College in Wroughton is seeking a Deputy Head of Design Technology, with proven experience in wood, metal and plastics. The role leads the department, raises teaching standards and collaborates with senior leaders to drive attainment across the department.

This permanent, full-time position (32.5 hours) sits within The White Horse Federation, offering CPD, a supportive leadership team and a salary on the MPS-UPS scale.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a design technology department.
• Ability to raise standards of attainment and monitor progress.
• Capability to deputise for the Head of Department.

Responsibilities

• Help the Head of Department raise standards of attainment and monitor progress.
• Assist the Head of Department to be accountable for student progress.
• Deputise for the Head of Department.
• Support development and enhancement of teaching practice.
• Ensure a broad, balanced curriculum aligned with school policies.
• Manage department staff, resources and portfolio.

Skills

Woodworking

Metalworking

Plastics

Job description

About This Role

Note: Please note that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, early application is encouraged.

The role: Deputy Head in Design Technology - Must have experience of working with wood, metal and plastics.

Contact: Permanent, Full Time, All Year Round

Hours: 32.50

Salary: MPS - UPS

Vacancy Details

The Ridgeway School and Sixth Form College is a large secondary school based in Wroughton. Our students are proud of our school community and enjoy fast-paced and highly rewarding environment with extensive extra-curricular opportunities.

If you are looking to continue your teaching career in a challenging and rewarding role within our school, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help every child in our school reach their potential.

All About You

Do you have what it takes to join us? The Deputy Head of Department we would like to join us will:

• Help the Head of Department to raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole department area and to monitor and support student progress.
• Assist the Head of Department to be accountable for student progress and development within the subject(s).
• Deputise for the Head of Department.
• Support the development and enhancement of teaching practice throughout the department.
• Support the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, and ensure student provision in subject, in accordance with the aims of the school and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and the Leadership Team.
• Support the leadership, management and development of the Department.
• Support the Head of Department to manage and deploy department teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the department and to support the designated department portfolio.

Why Work for us?

We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:

• We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
• We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.

The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and South East England, committed to providing the very best education for our students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us.

The Advantages of joining our Federation

In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, Save Money On Holidays, Clothing And Much More

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension / Leave and Service

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year

Ready to Apply?

We hope we have done enough to give you a flavour of what it is like to work here. If you would like to come and join us, then please apply today – we are looking forward to hearing from you.

The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.