Head of Design Technology

TN United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wakefield seeks a Head of Design and Technology. The role involves providing leadership, managing resources, and developing a high-quality curriculum. Ideal candidates will be passionate about enhancing student learning experiences and driving departmental success.

Benefits

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a Design and Technology department.
• Ability to manage resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to secure high-quality teaching.
• Identify priorities for improvement within the department.
• Manage resources efficiently to support teaching.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Design and Technology

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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Head of Design and Technology

Salary: L1 – L5 (£49,781 - £54,939)

Job type: Full time Permanent

Start date: 01/09/2025

Apply by: 20/05/2025

Interview date: 22/05/2025

An appointment as Head of Design and Technology with a specialism in Resistance Materials is an opportunity to join a highly successful team of talented, committed staff, enthusiastic, friendly pupils, and a community of supportive families and a highly dedicated Trust.

We believe that our success derives from our inclusive, pupil-centred focus; our commitment to the continuous review of curriculum; our focus on CPD; and a strong belief in the need to work within a set of values which underpins all that we do.

Our pupils love Design and Technology and enjoy learning graphics, resistant materials, and textiles across the year and like being challenged to think about how we can find solutions to key problems through clever design.

We need a leader with subject expertise to shape this.

If you are passionate that pupils in every school should access a rich DT curriculum, meaningful enrichment, and opportunities to think beyond the curriculum, then this is the role for you. We are looking for an excellent Head of Department, or someone looking to step up to that level for the very first time, to complement our brilliant team and to continue to drive results and the development of our pupils.

In particular, the post holder will:

1. Provide professional leadership and management to the Department in order to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources, and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.
2. Identify priorities for improvement within the department and contribute to school self-evaluation and improvement planning.
3. Manage resources efficiently so that teaching and learning are effectively supported in the department.
4. Lead, manage, and develop the Department curriculum team.

The Design & Technology Department:

Our design and technology department is a friendly, supportive, and high-performing team of teachers. You will be joining a dedicated team of expert teachers, passionate about delivering outstanding lessons. The department is extremely well resourced with subject-specific equipment, covering Design and Technology, Food Technology, Art, and Textiles.

The department is further supported by highly skilled and experienced technology technicians within food technology, design, and workshop practicals.

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organization

Our single goal is ‘Students First’ and you will be joining a strong team of professionals working towards this sole aim. We pride ourselves on strong leadership, excellent outcomes, and high expectations of all.

You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience.