Head of Design Technology

Head of Design Technology Vacancy - January Start - 6k TLR

Location: March, Cambridgeshire
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: January 2027
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR
School Type: Secondary Academy

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious Design Technology Teacher to join a secondary academy in March, Cambridgeshire, as Head of Design Technology.

The school is looking for a strong classroom practitioner who can take responsibility for the leadership and development of Design Technology across the academy. This could suit an existing Head of Design Technology, 2iC or Subject Lead, as well as an experienced DT Teacher with additional responsibilities who is ready to take the next step into departmental leadership.

The Role

As Head of Design Technology, you will:

Lead and develop the Design Technology department

Take responsibility for curriculum planning and development

Support high standards of teaching and learning across the department

Monitor pupil progress and help drive improved outcomes

Lead, support and develop colleagues within the department

Promote an engaging and ambitious DT curriculum

Teach Design Technology across KS3 and KS4

Contribute to the wider development of the academy

The Ideal Candidate

We would be interested in hearing from candidates who:

Hold QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Have strong experience teaching Design Technology at secondary level

Have experience teaching areas such as Product Design, Resistant Materials, Graphics, Engineering or related DT specialisms

Have previous leadership or additional responsibility experience, or are ready to step into their first Head of Department position

Have a strong understanding of the KS3 and KS4 Design Technology curriculum

Are confident leading curriculum development and supporting other teachers

Have high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Design Technology specialist looking to take ownership of a department and play an important role in the continued development of DT within the academy.

Applications are welcomed from existing Heads of Design Technology, Second in Department, DT Subject Leads, Curriculum Leads and experienced Design Technology Teachers looking for progression.

If you are interested in discussing the role and school in more detail, please apply with an up-to-date CV and a member of the Nala Global team will be in touch

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