Head of Technologies

inploi; Bury; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bury is seeking a Head of Technologies. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary Technology Faculty and ensure a high-quality curriculum that facilitates student progress. The role demands a motivated and innovative educator with leadership experience in various subjects. A commitment to safeguarding and high standards is essential. This position offers a collaborative work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Strong leadership team

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a curriculum across multiple subjects.
• Passion for teaching Design & Technology.
• Ability to foster strong faculty identity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technology Faculty to ensure high-quality curriculum.
• Create links between subject areas for cohesive teaching.
• Drive improvement and exceptional progress for all students.

Skills

Classroom practitioner

Leadership in education

Innovative teaching methods

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

HEAD OF TECHNOLOGIES TLR1A (TLR1B will be considered for the right candidate)

We are seeking to appoint to the post of Head of Technologies a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher who is an excellent classroom practitioner to take responsibility for leading all departments within the faculty. Being an enthusiastic and motivated Design & Technology teacher is desirable for this post.

The successful candidate will lead a Technology Faculty comprising Design & Technology, Engineering, Food, Health & Social Care, Computing and Business. A key part of the role will be to create a strong faculty identity that highlights and develops links between the subject areas and ensures a high-quality curriculum is provided in each discipline that leads to outstanding progress for all students.

About The Derby High School

The Derby High School is the highest performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester and has sustained this position for a number of years. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum and aspire to be a beacon of practice in the Technologies subjects. This is a great opportunity to lead a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking faculty. We are an over-subscribed 11-16 co-educational school situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this has been recognised by Ofsted. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.

We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with a:

Benefits and Opportunity

• Successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
• School that has high expectations of all who work here
• School that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
• School that works effectively with all stakeholders
• School that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
• Motivated, hardworking and collaborative senior leadership team
• Strong middle leadership team who are highly professional and work well together
• Supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
• Caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
• Collaborative school that works with other schools and organisations to share and develop practice in Teaching & Learning

We will encourage you to be innovative and creative in your approach to teaching and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.

Application and Safeguarding

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form together with the supporting statement and email to Mrs S Silgram-Clynes, Headteacher’s PA at [e-mail]

CLOSING DATE: 9am on 26th September 2025

Posted applications should be sent FAO Mrs Silgram-Clynes at the school address.

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