Head of Design and Technology Salary: L1 - L5 (£49,781 - £54,939) Job type: Full time Permanent Start date: 01/09/2025 Apply by: 20/05/2025 Interview date: 22/05/2025 An appointment as Head of Design and Technology with a specialism in Resistance Materials is an opportunity to join a highly successful team of talented, committed staff, enthusiastic, friendly pupils and a community of supportive families and a highly dedicated Trust. We believe that our success derives from our inclusive, pupil-centred focus; our commitment to the continuous review of curriculum, our focus on CPD; and a strong belief in the need to work within a set of values which underpins all that we do. Our pupils love Design and Technology and enjoy learning graphics, resistant materials and textiles across the year and like being challenged to think about how we can find solutions to key problems through clever design. We need a leader with subject expertise to shape this. If you are passionate that pupils in every school should access a rich DT curriculum, meaningful enrichment and opportunities to think beyond the curriculum, then this is the role for you.We are looking for an excellent Head of Department, or someone looking to step up to that level for the very first time, to compliment our brilliant team and to continue to drive results and the development of our pupils. In particular, the post holder will: Provide professional leadership and management to the Department in order to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students Identify priorities for improvement within the department and contribute to school self-evaluation and improvement planning. Manage resources efficiently so that teaching and learning is effectively supported in the department. Lead, manage and develop the Department curriculum team.The Design & Technology Department: Our design and technology department are a friendly, supportive and high performing team of teachers. You will be joining a dedicated team of expert teachers, passionate about delivering outstanding lessons.The department is extremely well resourced with subject specific equipment, covering Design and Technology, Food Technology, Art and Textiles. The department is further supported by highly skilled and experienced technology technicians within food technology, design and workshop practical's. What's in it for you: Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme An Employee Assistance Programme Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisationOur single goal is 'Students First' and you will be joining a strong team of professionals working to this sole aim.We pride ourselves on strong leadership, excellent outcomes and high expectations of all. You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)