Head of Design & Technology

Thehambleschool; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 55.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free on-site parking

Discounted childcare placements

Zusammenfassung

The Hamble School in Hampshire is seeking a dynamic Head of Design & Technology to lead a successful department offering GCSE Design Technology, GCSE Food and Nutrition and GCSE Engineering. The role is suited to a motivated Middle Leader aiming to drive further progress and develop leadership skills across the faculty.

The school provides excellent facilities including dedicated workshops, engineering rooms and a Food and Nutrition room, with strong professional development and a commitment to

Aufgaben

• Lead the Design & Technology department to continue high-quality teaching and learning.
• Drive improvements in outcomes and develop leadership skills for aspiring or established Middle Leaders.
• Oversee whole-school teaching and learning responsibilities as appropriate for the role.

Jobbeschreibung

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Working Hours:

32.5

Establishment Name and Location:

The Hamble School, Satchell Lane, Southampton

Closing Date:

28/10/2026

Job Category:

Teaching

Local Authority:

Hampshire

Phase of Education:

Secondary

Job Introduction

January or April 2027 start date

We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic leader , who has high expectations and continuously strives for the very best outcomes . This an exciting opportunity to join The Hamble School. Our vision 'We Care, We Aim High, We Learn and Achieve Together ' encapsulates the work we do every day. Our intake numbers are increasing – we currently have 1,090 students. In March 2025 we were graded as 'Good' in all areas by Ofsted and we are continuing to ensure that we provide the very best education for all our students . This position would suit an aspiring Middle Leader or an established Middle Leader looking for a new opportunity to drive forward a department and develop leadership skills . Whole school teaching and learning responsibilities will be available for the right candidate.

The Design & Technology Department is a particularly successful department in the school. Students have the opportunity to study GCSE Design Technology, GCSE Food and Nutrition and GCSE Engineering . Option numbers are high and last year students in Design Technology, Food and Nutrition and Engineering achieved positive outcomes . The Design & Technology Department has excellent facilities – a dedicated block of classrooms and workshops, including computer rooms . In addition, there are two fully equipped Engineering rooms and a Food and Nutrition room in other parts of the school .

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Head of Design & Technology who has the drive and commitment to give our students the best possible learning experiences . This is an opportunity for a new or experienced Middle Leader to continue to build on the excellent progress already made .

The Head of Department will have drive, commitment to improve outcomes and a 'can do' attitude. In return, we can offer you:

• a positive and optimistic working environment focused on staff well-being, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour;
• strong internal (Middle Leader and ELT programmes are available) and external training development opportunities (we are part of PiXL, have strong ties with local school consortia and support staff to do NPQs);
• personal career development to assist you in the fulfilment of your ambitions;
• a well-equipped campus with excellent gym and swimming facilities run by Everyone Active which staff can take advantage of for free, access to leisure and sports classes at heavily discounted membership rates and preferential rates for family members;
• the opportunity to apply for discounted childcare placements with Hamble Early Years Centre, based directly next to the school;
• free on-site parking and good local public transport links to the school (bus/ rail).

The Hamble School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment . All successful candidates will be subject to DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.