Team Leader of Design & Technology

Academy Transformation Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Westbourne Academy is seeking a Team Leader of Design Technology to influence the department's development. The successful candidate will inspire a strong curriculum offer, engage students, and benefit from extensive personal development opportunities. Join a committed team to transform learning and aspirations in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Continuous personal development programs

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on major high street brands

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and inspirational team leader.
• Ability to teach across key stages.
• Experience in shaping departmental direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Design Technology department and develop curriculum.
• Inspire students and faculty as a role model.
• Provide support and training for team members.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Teaching

Engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

We are recruiting at Westbourne Academy!

Team Leader of Design Technology

• Required: 01 September 2025
• MPS/UPS • Full Time or part time
• TLR 2: £7,773

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Team Leader of Design Technology with the vision, drive and energy to play a major role in the development of the department. The successful candidate will be a role model for the team, leading by example in all aspects of school life, developing a strong team to ensure the best curriculum offer possible for our students.

The ideal candidate will be an ambitious professional with the ability to teach across key stages, someone who can bring out the best in every child and make all aspects of the Design Technology curriculum engaging.

The successful candidate will have a meaningful opportunity to shape the future direction of the department and will benefit from the support of an experienced staff body, as well as access to extensive training.

About Academy Transformation Trust

We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform the learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

What’s in it for you?

Access to continuous personal development programs. A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance program (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.

To learn more and to apply please visit our website.

Westbourne Academy is part of the Academy Transformation Trust family, whose mission is to transform learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

For Further information and to apply online, please visit our vacancies page.

Westbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check,and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2024.We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

Closing date: Thursday 03 July 2025, 09:00am

Interview date: To be confirmed