Director Of Learning - IT Specialism

Aspire People; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking secondary school in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Director of Learning to oversee vocational education with an emphasis on Information Technology. This full-time, permanent role offers a chance to lead curriculum development and drive educational standards while mentoring a dedicated team. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and making a significant impact on students' vocational learning.

Benefits

Professional development focus

Supportive leadership team

Strategic leadership opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience teaching IT at GCSE level essential, A-Level desirable.
• Track record of raising attainment in vocational settings.
• Leadership experience in a school environment necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of vocational subject teachers.
• Oversee curriculum design and delivery in IT and vocational subjects.
• Plan and deliver intervention and enrichment programmes.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Planning

Safeguarding

Inclusive Education

IT Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant Degree

Job description

Director of Learning - Vocational Offer (IT Specialism)
Small Heath
Start Date: September 2025
Full-Time | Permanent | Leadership Pay Scale

A forward-thinking secondary school is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Learning - Vocational Offer to lead the strategic development of vocational education, with a key focus on Information Technology across KS3-KS5.

Key Responsibilities:

-Lead and manage a team of vocational subject teachers

-Oversee curriculum design, delivery, and quality assurance in IT and vocational subjects

-Drive high standards in teaching, learning, and student achievement

-Plan and deliver intervention and enrichment programmes

Act as the Quality Nominee for the vocational curriculum

-Support departmental staff development and training

Requirements:

-Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree

-Experience teaching IT (GCSE essential, A-Level desirable)

-Strong track record of raising attainment

-Leadership experience within a school setting

-Ability to manage staff, curriculum planning, and performance data

-Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

Why Apply?

-Strategic leadership opportunity with whole-school impact

-Supportive leadership team and professional development focus

-Opportunity to shape and grow a vocational provision

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.