Head of Department Design Technology

St Edward’s Church of England Academy Head of Department Design Technology Contract: Full-time, Permanent Grade: MPR/UPR (FTE: £37,870 - £56,154 per annum) + TLR2c (£8,611 per annum) Start date: 01 September 2026 St Edward’s Church of England Academy is a thriving, inclusive and values driven school that continues to grow in both size and ambition. As part of this continued development, we are seeking to appoint an innovative and passionate Head of Design Technology to lead and further develop this important subject area. Design Technology at St Edward’s is about creativity, confidence and real world application. The successful candidate will shape a curriculum that equips students with practical skills, resilience and problem solving abilities, while fostering pride in craftsmanship and design thinking. We are a school that believes strongly in supporting our staff to do their best work. Staff wellbeing, manageable workload and respect for home life are central to our culture. Leaders work collaboratively to ensure expectations are clear, purposeful and sustainable. The successful candidate will: • Provide strong and inspirational leadership of the Design Technology department • Develop and deliver an ambitious, inclusive and engaging curriculum for graphics, resistant materials and food technologies • Champion creativity, innovation and high standards of practical work • Support, develop and inspire colleagues within the department • Contribute positively to whole school improvement and shared leadership • Share our commitment to enabling students to live life in all its fullness This role is ideal for a leader who is passionate about practical learning and believes in education as a powerful tool for transformation. As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer: • A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond) • Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Deve