About this role
🌟 Head of D&T and Hospitality - Innovate. Lead. Create.
Take on a transformative leadership role where your passion for Design & Technology can shape a culture of creativity, problem‑solving, and technical excellence. This is your opportunity to lead a dynamic D&T faculty, elevate teaching and learning, and inspire students across D&T, Engineering, Hospitality and beyond.
🔧 A Role with Real Influence
As Head of D&T, and Hospitality you will define the strategic direction of a subject that empowers young people to design, make and think differently. You’ll champion high‑quality teaching, raise standards, and ensure every student—whatever their starting point—achieves exceptional outcomes. This role suits a leader who thrives on innovation, challenge, and meaningful impact.
🛠️ What You’ll Lead
A bold, future‑focused vision for D&T that raises aspirations and celebrates creativity
High‑quality teaching and learning through coaching, modelling, and evidence‑informed practice
A knowledge‑rich curriculum that builds technical skill, design thinking, and real‑world application
Rigorous assessment and data practice that drives progress and closes gaps
A collaborative, high‑performing team where staff grow, innovate, and excel
Quality assurance systems that secure consistency, excellence, and continual improvement
Enrichment opportunities including clubs, competitions, workshops, trips, and industry partnerships
🎨 What You’ll Do
Lead and inspire staff through coaching, CPD, and performance management
Design and refine curriculum and schemes of learning across all key stages
Model exceptional classroom practice and support colleagues to do the same
Use data intelligently to shape interventions and raise attainment
Oversee practical work, health & safety, and examination processes with precision
Champion behaviour excellence and a culture of high expectations
Teach engaging, challenging lessons that spark creativity and deepen understanding
🌈 What We’re Looking For
A passionate D&T specialist with strong subject expertise
A leader who motivates, develops, and brings out the best in others
A strategic thinker committed to inclusion, high standards, and continuous improvement
Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
A role model who embodies professionalism, positivity, and ambition
💼 What We Offer: More Pay, More Time, More Support
We proudly invest in our staff and offer a sector‑leading employment package, including:
Sector‑leading pay - 5% above national scales
Three additional INSET days each year dedicated to planning and development
Health Cash Plan to support essential medical costs
Guaranteed personal day - one paid day off annually for personal use
Outstanding CPD with clear pathways for progression
Wellbeing support including counselling, legal and financial advice
Retail discounts through Westfield Rewards
📅 Ready to Shape the Future of Design & Technology?
If you’re excited by the chance to transform outcomes, inspire young people, and lead a talented team, we’d love to hear from you.