Head of Technology

THE HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL; Bradford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bradford is seeking an experienced Head of Technology to enhance the standards of teaching across multiple subjects. The ideal candidate will lead a committed team, ensuring high-quality curriculum design and effective assessment practices. Passion for Technology and a commitment to inclusive education are essential, along with emotional resilience and integrity. This full-time, permanent position offers excellent career development opportunities within a supportive staff team.

Benefits

Excellent career development opportunities

Whole-school leadership experiences

Supportive, friendly staff team

Qualifications

• Passion for Technology subjects and excellent classroom practitioner.
• Ability to develop a forward-thinking curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the Technology curriculum.
• Monitor standards and intervene to secure strong student outcomes.
• Lead on curriculum planning and teaching practices.
• Support staff development through training and feedback.
• Manage resources effectively for a stimulating learning environment.
• Promote Technology subjects' relevance to future careers.

Skills

Excellent classroom practitioner

Vision and leadership skills

Inspiring staff and students

Commitment to inclusive education

Emotional resilience

Job description

Diocese of Leeds - Bradford M.D.C
Mixed 11 - 18 Catholic Comprehensive School
643 on roll
Head of Technology (Business, Design Technology, Food Technology and ICT)
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2b
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start date: Easter 2026 (or earlier if possible)
Location: Keighley, West Yorkshire

About the Role

As Head of Technology, you will play a pivotal role in driving high standards of teaching and learning across the Technology subjects. You will lead a committed team, ensuring high-quality curriculum design, effective assessment, and excellent progress for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic direction for the Technology curriculum, ensuring it is ambitious, inclusive, and designed to inspire.
• Monitoring standards across the faculty and intervening effectively to secure strong student outcomes.
• Leading on curriculum planning, sequencing, assessment, and the consistent implementation of high-quality teaching practices.
• Supporting and developing staff through CPD, appraisal, feedback, and collaborative working.
• Managing resources effectively, ensuring a safe, stimulating learning environment and value for money across the budget.
• Promoting Technology subjects across the school, including their relevance to future careers and students' wider development.

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for their specialist subject.
• Vision and leadership skills to develop a forward-thinking curriculum.
• Inspiring staff and students alike, building positive relationships and modelling professional excellence.
• Committed to inclusive education and meeting the needs of all learners, including disadvantaged and SEND students.
• Demonstrates emotional resilience, integrity, and a strong alignment with our Catholic ethos.

Why Join Us?

The Holy Family Catholic School, part of The Blessed Christopher Wharton Catholic Academy Trust, serves Keighley and surrounding villages in a beautiful rural setting. We offer:

• Excellent career development opportunities
• Whole-school leadership experiences
• A supportive, friendly, and enthusiastic staff team

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applications for this position should be made using the standard CES application form. Only applications submitted using the CES application form will be considered.

We welcome and encourage candidates wishing to visit our school. Potential candidates should contact Michelle Clare at the above e‑mail address to make arrangements.

Telephone: [phone]

Closing date: Monday, 12 January 2026 at 9.00 am