We are seeking an exceptional Head of Design & Technology (Product Design Specialism) to lead and inspire our Design & Technology department. This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary educator with a strong background in Product Design to shape a forward‑thinking curriculum, champion creativity and innovation, and drive outstanding student outcomes. You will combine strategic leadership with hands‑on expertise, fostering a culture of high standards, technical excellence, and imaginative problem‑solving. You will oversee curriculum development, staff mentoring and resource management, ensuring that teaching reflects industry best practice and equips students with the skills, confidence and ambition to excel in the world of design and technology. You will play a leading and highly visible role in the improvement of teaching and learning of the Faculty and academic success of all students, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement and leading in the monitoring, evaluation and review of standards and provision in the subject area.

To support teachers across the Academy in their teaching and learning To deliver CPD including whole staff training and small‑group sessions for teachers at a range of levels/abilities To lead an area of Teaching and Learning across the academy (area agreed through discussion at interview) including the development of clear intent, plan for successful implementation, and monitoring of impact through MER To remain up to date with literature on the theory of learning and models of instructional coaching To chair or co‑chair a staff "working group" and implement strategies across the academy To lead a "subject society" for sixth form students To work with the Academy's philosophers (more able learners) by leading and/or supporting a philosophers academy programme for a specified year group To teach consistently outstanding lessons, and to be able to articulate the techniques that make outstanding teaching so that they can be replicated across the academy To conduct lesson observations, learning walks and workbook scrutiny (as part of MER) and provide meaningful feedback To line manage teaching staff within the academy To lead on areas within the subject area (area agreed though discussion at interview) Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, be able to show evidence of ongoing professional development Demonstrate outstanding teaching practice and excellent behaviour management Have experience of lesson observations and giving robust feedback Have experience of improvement planning and of implementing a range of strategies to raise student achievement, with evidence of success Be able to contribute to improving the quality of learning and teaching and curriculum Have a proven track record of excellent results at KS3 and KS4, and, ideally, experience of teaching to KS5 Have experience of high quality pupil tracking and feedback practices Ideally, have experience of working with governors and of working in more than one school In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

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