Director of Design & Technology

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wickersley Partnership Trust seeks a Director of Design and Technology to lead a dynamic team across schools, shaping curriculum, pedagogy, and student attainment. You will champion high standards, drive innovation, and model excellent practice within the department.

The role requires substantial DT experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to the Trust’s vision and values. You will collaborate with senior leaders to ensure effective teaching, wellbeing, and outcomes for learners across

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status and substantial experience in Design and Technology education.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent understanding of curriculum development and quality assurance processes.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to the vision, values, and goals of the Wickersley Partnership Trust.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Design and Technology across Trust schools.
• Develop and quality-assure schemes of learning aligned to the National Curriculum.
• Lead curriculum development and drive improvements in student attainment.
• Model outstanding teaching practice and raise teaching standards across the department.
• Support professional development and grow talent within the Design and Technology team.
• Oversee resource management and budgetary accountability within the department.
• Represent the Trust at meetings with governors, staff, and parents.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Quality assurance

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified teacher status

Substantial experience in Design and Technology education

Job description

Join Our Team as Director of Design and Technology!

Are you passionate about Design and Technology and ready to lead a dynamic team towards academic excellence? We are seeking an exceptional Director of Design and Technology to drive innovation and success across schools, transforming how students engage with Design and Technology.

Responsibilities Include:

Quality Assurance and Curriculum Development:

• Ensure that schemes of learning for all secondary groups are highly effective, in line with National Curriculum expectations, and tailored to prepare students for further education.

• Stay abreast of best practices and research, interpreting findings to enhance the curriculum and meet the unique needs of the Wickersley Partnership Trust.

Strategic Leadership and Development:

• Lead by example, embodying the vision, purpose, and values of the Trust for students, staff, governors, and parents.

• Promote an ethos and educational direction that fosters effective teaching, successful learning, achievement, and wellbeing.

• Ensure that leadership, management, finance, and administration support the Trust's vision, aims, and values.

Teaching and Learning Excellence:

• Deliver engaging and effective Design and Technology lessons that motivate, inspire, and improve student attainment, modelling outstanding practice.

• Maintain high standards of teaching and learning to raise attainment and ensure all students make excellent progress.

• Uphold high standards of student behaviour in accordance with Trust and school policies.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Build a positive and collaborative team ethos within the Design and Technology department, celebrating strengths and fostering innovation and success.

• Support and develop professional learning opportunities for Design and Technology educators, identifying and nurturing talent.

• Plan, allocate, and evaluate work, delegating tasks and responsibilities effectively.

Resource Management and Accountability:

• Work with senior colleagues to recruit, deploy, and develop staff effectively to enhance educational quality.

• Assist in setting priorities for expenditure, allocating funds, and ensuring efficient administration and control.

• Hold accountability for outcomes in Design and Technology education across Trust schools and support leaders in implementing Trust behaviour policies.

General Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the strategic management and development of Trust schools, maintaining awareness of curricular, pastoral, and administrative aspects.

• Promote Trust policies and procedures to support staff in their roles and represent the Trust at relevant meetings and functions.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Qualified teacher status and substantial experience in Design and Technology education.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• Excellent understanding of curriculum development and quality assurance processes.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to the vision, values, and goals of the Wickersley Partnership Trust.