A vibrant and innovative secondary school in Slough is seeking a visionary Head of Design & Technology to lead its creative and technical department from September. This is a full-time, permanent position for a leader who is passionate about engineering, product design, and the future of manufacturing. The school is looking for a "hands-on" leader who can manage a diverse department and ensure that D&T remains at the heart of the school’s STEM strategy. The Role Strategic Oversight: Defining the direction for D&T, including Food Technology, Textiles, and Product Design. Technical Leadership: Ensuring that CAD/CAM, 3D printing, and traditional workshop skills are integrated effectively into the curriculum. Safety & Compliance: Taking overall responsibility for Health & Safety within the workshops, ensuring all equipment is maintained and staff are correctly trained. Results-Driven: Monitoring and evaluating student progress to ensure the department consistently meets or exceeds national benchmarks. STEM Integration: Working closely with the Science and Maths departments to lead whole-school STEM projects and competitions. The Ideal Candidate Will Have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in a relevant technical discipline. Experience in a middle leadership role within a D&T department. Comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation (DATA certification is highly desirable). A passion for innovation and a commitment to keeping the department at the cutting edge of design technology. The ability to inspire and lead a team of teachers and technicians. School Information This school in Slough is known for its exceptional facilities and its supportive, well-structured leadership. The D&T department benefits from recently refurbished workshops and a dedicated budget for new technology and materials. Salary MPS/UPS TLR 1 Application To apply for this Head of Design & Technology position in Slough, please submit your CV outlining your leadership experience and technical specialisms.