Head of Design Technology

Strategy Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational staffing agency is seeking a Head of Design Technology for a secondary school in Braintree, Essex. This full-time, permanent position will start in January 2026, and the school covers subjects like Food, Graphics, Resistant Materials, and Textiles. The role includes leading the department and ensuring standards and compliance, while the successful candidate must meet eligibility checks for UK employment. Competitive salary MPS/UPS England + TLR offered.

Benefits

Parking onsite

Close to Braintree train station

Qualifications

• Experience with Food, Graphics, Resistant Materials, and Textiles.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure and full references.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Design Technology department.
• Oversee curriculum development and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies.

Job description

Strategy Education are working with a mixed secondary school in Braintree, Essex who are recruiting for a Head of Design Technology to start January 2026.

Head of Design Technology

Subject areas: Food, Graphics, Resistant Materials, Textiles

Full time and permanent from January 2026

School is located in Braintree, Essex

Salary: MPS/UPS England + TLR

Parking onsite and the school is close to Braintree train station

Why Should You Work With Us?

Strategy Education have been working with Secondary Schools in the Essex area for over 10 years. We provide the schools with temporary and permanent staff that match their expectations. By working with us, you will be offered work that matches your requirements and career aspirations.

The successful Head of Design Technology will be subject to a variety of checks including eligibility to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full references including one from your most recent employer. Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be considered for this Head of Design Technology post, please apply today.