Head of D&T and Hospitality

🌟 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.