Head of Technology & Design (Food Tech) – Lead & Inspire

Prospero Teaching; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Head of Technology to lead the Technology department across Key Stages 3 to 5 in a thriving secondary school in North West London. The role starts January 2027 (early start possible) and is a permanent, full-time post with MPS/UPS pay scale plus TLR2.

The successful candidate will develop curriculum provision, drive outstanding teaching and learning in technology subjects, and coach staff to raise attainment while upholding safeguarding and high professional

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching Technology at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for technology education.
• Previous leadership responsibility or the ability to demonstrate leadership potential.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Technology department effectively.
• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning across technology subjects.
• Monitor student progress and implement strategies to raise attainment.
• Support, coach and develop departmental staff.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement initiatives.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement and achievement.

Skills

Technology teaching

Leadership potential

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching Technology at secondary level

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Head of Technology to lead the Technology department across Key Stages 3 to 5 in a thriving secondary school in North West London. The role starts January 2027 (early start possible) and is a permanent, full-time post with MPS/UPS pay scale plus TLR2.

The successful candidate will develop curriculum provision, drive outstanding teaching and learning in technology subjects, and coach staff to raise attainment while upholding safeguarding and high professional