Head of Design Technology

TES FE News; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Farnborough seeks an innovative teacher to lead the Technology Department. The role involves curriculum development and leading a team while ensuring effective and inclusive teaching practices. A successful candidate should have a passion for Design Technology and demonstrate the ability to inspire diverse students. This full-time position is available from January 2026.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Strong focus on staff wellbeing

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Dynamic and motivated teacher required with a passion for design technology.
• Experience in raising student achievement across different abilities is essential.
• Must demonstrate effective and inclusive teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of teachers within the Technology Department.
• Develop the curriculum moving forward.
• Deliver inspirational learning experiences for students.

Skills

Passion for Design Technology

Effective communication skills

Ability to raise student achievement

Innovative pedagogical practices

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Job Overview

Salary: Main Pay Range / Upper Pay Range depending on skills and expertise demonstrated at interview plus TLR 2b.

Contract type: Full time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2026

The Role

The successful candidate will need to be an innovative, dynamic and highly motivated teacher to take on the leadership of the Technology Department. You will be leading a talented, hardworking and supportive team of teachers, but you will also have the ability to develop the curriculum moving forward. The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a keen interest in developing their leadership skills and innovative pedagogical practices.

The Candidate

We are seeking a candidate who will be ambitious for our students with a passion for influencing curriculum design and innovative practice, and for identifying and developing student potential is key. A keen desire to make a difference and a belief that a good school can and does make a significant difference to students\' life chances and achievement, including the wider skills needed in life.

You Will

• have a passion for Design Technology which is evident in your teaching
• demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver inspirational learning experiences for students
• have an understanding of how to promote effective and inclusive teaching and learning
• be able to evidence success in raising student achievement across a broad range of abilities through successful assessment, monitoring and evaluation of student progress, and the range of strategies that could be used to address underachievement
• possess good communication skills with students, colleagues and parents
• demonstrate a strong desire to undertake Continuing Professional Development to inform teaching

The Department

The Technology Department is embarking on an exciting journey of growth at Bohunt Farnborough. We offer Textiles, Design & Technology and Food Preparation & Nutrition at GCSE and wish to grow this offer further. Our facilities are excellent and the department is ready to flourish in the years ahead and build on its current success.

Our School

Bohunt Farnborough continues to go from strength to strength. In 2025, our GCSE results improved once again, continuing a trend of record-breaking outcomes year after year. In 2024, we were proud to be recognised as one of the top 5% most improved schools in the country—a testament to the dedication of our staff, the resilience of our students, and the unwavering support of our families. This momentum was further acknowledged during an Ofsted pilot visit in July, where inspectors praised the rapid progress of the school under their new framework.

As part of the Bohunt Education Trust, our vision is clear: the highest expectations, an ethos of ‘enjoy, respect, achieve’, unparalleled opportunity, and highly effective teaching combine to develop students who are true game-changers. We are committed to nurturing young people who are not only academically successful but also confident, compassionate, and ready to shape the world around them.

At Bohunt Farnborough, we understand that every student is unique. That’s why we offer bespoke guidance to help each individual discover future pathways—even those they may not yet have imagined. Our curriculum is designed to inspire, challenge, and enrich, while our culture of kindness and hard work ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We Offer

• A culture of bespoke professional development from our own leadership academy
• Robust focus on staff wellbeing
• The opportunity to make a difference
• Dedicated co-planning time during the school day to support your workload
• Happy and enthusiastic students who want to learn
• The benefit of being part of a multi-academy trust offering collaboration, support of experienced colleagues across our schools and greater opportunities for career progression

We would welcome an application from you if you feel that you are the dynamic and passionate teacher we’re looking for. School tours or telephone conversations with the Headteacher are welcomed on request.

Closing date: 9am Monday 22nd September. We expect interviews to be held Thursday 25th September. We reserve the right to interview earlier for the right candidate.

Applications

Please apply via the TES website. Alternatively, an application form can be found on our website: https://www.bohuntfarnborough.com/staff/vacancies/ Emailed applications can be sent to [e-mail]

Bohunt Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

Appointments will be made subject to pre-employment checks, receipt of satisfactory references, enhanced DBS check including online/social media checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries
• Book and Periodical Publishing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TES FE News by 2x

Hare Hatch, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Woking, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Winnersh, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Isleworth, England, United Kingdom 5 hours ago

Customer Solutions Engineering (CSE) Manager

Woking, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Head of Department - Design and Technology

High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago

Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Change Communications Manager - Project One

Slough, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.