HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (DESIGN) Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We run our own prestigious and well-established Summer School for children aged 8-16 from approximately 40 nationalities. Each year we create a vibrant international community where our staff play a critical role in creating a happy and formative summer experience for our students. We are looking for a Head of Department (Design) to lead our busy summer school Design & Technology department. You will oversee a programme of Design for all summer school students, supporting them to learn new skills and engage creatively with the materials and equipment you provide. You will lead a team of Design teachers and staff assistants, ensuring a professional approach to summer school operations at all times. Applicants must hold a teaching qualification. Experience of teaching in an educational, boarding or summer school environment is also required. The Head of Department is required to be available from Tuesday 2 nd to Monday 29 th July (including mandatory induction). Residential position with full board. Competitive Salary. Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. We are recruiting on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date. Interviews will be online. If you’re excited to learn more, please contact gissgordonstoun.org.uk or call the office on 01343 837821. Please complete the following application form Application Form – New Senior Staff Closing date: 30 April 2024 About the School Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.