Curriculum Leader of Design Technology, Food and Art Department
Position: Curriculum Leader of Design Technology, Food and Art Department
Employment Type: Full-time and part-time applicants will be considered
Start Date: 22nd August 2025
If you are seeking a new opportunity to lead a passionate and dedicated team in a thriving, successful school, this could be the position for you. The role of Curriculum Leader of Technology, Food and Art offers excellent prospects for professional development within one of the best performing schools nationally.
About the role
We are looking for a professional and dynamic teacher to lead our highly successful DTFA Department. We encourage applicants from all subject areas within the discipline.
The ideal candidate will have experience across a range of disciplines from Food to Art and Technology, with a passion for teaching in a top-performing school. We are particularly interested in developing further in Art/Textiles. The individual should have high expectations of achievement, outstanding classroom practice, and the ability to inspire passion for their subject in others. We welcome applications from candidates with highly effective interpersonal skills, energy, enthusiasm, and the ability to lead a team and develop the Department further.
About us
Manor High School is an exceptional 11-16 school based in Oadby, Leicestershire. It is the highest achieving secondary school locally, consistently performing well above average. This success results from the hard work and dedication of all staff. With around 950 students, we benefit from a culturally diverse population of well-motivated students with high aspirations. Our department's outcomes reflect these high standards of achievement and contribute positively to whole school results.
We are committed to a 1-2-1 iPad scheme, launched this year for KS3 and extending into KS4 next year, enhancing learning significantly in the DTFA department. The scheme has been well received by students and staff alike. Full training will be provided, utilizing both internal and external experts, including our Apple Learning Coach.
Our school is built around four core values: Excellence, Inspiration, Resilience, and Respect. These are embodied by staff and students in all we do. Our students are eager to learn and share our passion for education and the arts.
We support your professional growth with dedicated instructional coaching for each staff member, with full training provided. There is also an opportunity to coach.
This position is a regulated activity requiring an enhanced criminal records check, including a barred list check.
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