Lead Teacher of Technology - Oasis Academy Mayfield

Southampton City Council; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Counselling service

Eye tests

Cycle to Work

Healthcare plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Oasis Academy Mayfield in Southampton seeks a Lead Teacher of Technology to head the Technology department and inspire colleagues to achieve excellence. The role focuses on high-quality teaching, supportive leadership, and strategic improvement across the curriculum.

The successful candidate will oversee assessment, resources, and health and safety, with a commitment to raising attainment for all students and fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent classroom practice.
• Inspires and supports colleagues through effective leadership.
• Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Technology department, including departmental staff and technician support.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment and departmental improvement planning.
• Monitor progress and implement strategies to raise attainment for all learners, including disadvantaged and vulnerable students.
• Ensure effective management of resources and the highest standards of health and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching

Assessment

Health and safety

Job description

Lead Teacher of Technology (Design Technology or Food Specialism)

Are you an ambitious and inspirational Technology teacher ready to lead a thriving department? Oasis Academy Mayfield is seeking an outstanding Lead Teacher of Technology to join our middle leadership team and drive excellence across the department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner with a passion for high-quality teaching and learning, who can motivate both students and colleagues to achieve their very best.

As Lead Teacher of Technology, you will:

• Lead and develop the Technology department, including departmental staff and technician support.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
• Oversee curriculum development, assessment and departmental improvement planning.
• Monitor progress and implement strategies to raise attainment for all learners, including disadvantaged and vulnerable students.
• Ensure effective management of resources and the highest standards of health and safety.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a proven track record of excellent classroom practice.
• Can inspire and support colleagues through effective leadership.
• Has strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.
• Demonstrates resilience, enthusiasm and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Shares the values and ethos of Oasis and is committed to improving outcomes for all students

Our Offer to You:

• Recognition of previously continuous local authority/education service
• Opportunities for training and development internally and externally
• Access to a free 24/7 counselling service
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• A lively environment with colleagues who care
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
• The opportunity to work with a variety of professionals in the academy