Director of Vocational Learning (IT Specialism)

ABC Teachers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Teachers seeks a passionate Director of Vocational Learning (IT Specialism) for a respected secondary school in Yardley, Birmingham. This full-time, permanent role starts in September 2025, focusing on leading vocational subjects and supporting a dynamic teaching team. Ideal candidates will have QTS with IT specialism and experience in a secondary education setting.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent classroom practice at secondary level.
• Experience or clear potential for middle leadership responsibilities.
• Ability to obtain suitable references and hold the Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of vocational subjects including IT.
• Line manage and support subject leads within the vocational faculty.
• Drive curriculum innovation and ensure high standards of teaching.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Commitment to Inclusive Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Director of Vocational Learning (IT Specialism) (Full-Time, Permanent)

Yardley, Birmingham

£31,650 - £43,606 per annum

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum requirement for this position is a suitable qualification to teach i.e PGCE, with valid QTS/QTLS

September 2025

Are you an ambitious and experienced IT specialist ready to take the next step into middle leadership and drive vocational learning across a thriving secondary school in Yardley?

The School and Role

ABC Teachers is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Director of Vocational Learning (IT Specialism) to join a respected secondary school in Yardley from September 2025. This is a permanent, full-time position ideal for an experienced teacher ready to lead and manage a dynamic team across vocational subject areas. This inclusive and community-focused secondary school in Yardley prides itself on offering a broad, balanced curriculum that prepares students for life beyond the classroom. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school has a supportive leadership team and a clear focus on raising aspirations, particularly through vocational pathways. Staff are well-supported, and leadership development is a key priority.

The role:

• Lead the development and delivery of vocational subjects including IT, Sports Studies, PSHCE, Citizenship, and Health & Social Care

• Line manage and support subject leads and staff within the vocational faculty

• Deliver engaging IT lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4

• Drive curriculum innovation and ensure high standards of teaching and learning across vocational areas

• Work closely with SLT to raise achievement and enhance student engagement in vocational education

Requirements

The successful Teacher will have;

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in IT or Computing

• Proven track record of excellent classroom practice at secondary level

• Experience or clear potential for middle leadership responsibilities

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Commitment to inclusive education and vocational curriculum development

• Ability to obtain suitable references, a valid DBS Check and hold the Right to Work in the UK (ABC Teachers do not offer sponsorship)

All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

What we offer

As a teacher, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are an individual who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, please contact Amisha Parmar on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).