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Head of Design and Technology

Head of Design and Technology

Tes Schools Recruitment

Lewisham

  • Expired
Salary:
Competitive salary plus benefits
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2025
Apply by:
4 February 2025

Job overview

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Head of Design and Technology to join a High School based in Lewisham.

The High School is looking for a well-qualified, enthusiastic and dynamic teacher to lead their vibrant Design and Technology department. 

As Head of Design and Technology, you will ensure the smooth running of the department, leading with assurance and clarity on teaching, learning and innovation within Design and Technology. You will ensure that high standards of teaching and learning are delivered, resources are used efficiently and effectively, and the curriculum is managed and developed in accordance with school policy.

You will be a passionate individual, who is strongly motivated and keen to make themselves an active part of this thriving community. With a strong track record of DT teaching up to and including A Level, you will demonstrate excellent subject knowledge, practical skills and workshop experience, including the ability to teach CAD/CAM. You will also possess strong leadership and decision-making skills, including experience in a management role (e.g. as Deputy Head of Department).

The Design and Technology Department

The department is vibrant and forward-thinking, with passionate, dedicated staff and students. The subject performs strongly at GCSE and A Level and most Product Design (DT) A Level students go on to study a wide variety of design courses at prestigious universities. The DT department is looking forward to the new build which is upgrading and rehousing the department in a modern and exciting environment, from Summer 2026, which will showcase the subject further.

Why John?

The High School is a selective school with a mission to ensure that every girl reaches her full academic potential. Their rich and diverse curriculum, with a full range of subjects as well as excellent enrichment provision outside of lessons, enables their students to develop the skills and personal attributes to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities of an ever-changing society. 

They are ambitious and forward thinking, looking to ensure their school continues to offer an outstanding education to their young people as well as the very best in pastoral care. Tolerance and mutual respect are a cornerstone of their ethos alongside an education which delivers a contemporary, innovative understanding of what it means to educate the ‘whole child’. 

They offer a competitive salary and benefits package and a strong professional development programme. These benefits include:

  • Competitive salaries and pay progression
  • Access to extensive professional development opportunities
  • Training grants for qualifications
  • Generous pension schemes
  • Free school lunches
  • Financial guidance and support
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts
  • A discount of up to 50% on fees for children

They reserve the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged. References for candidates invited to interview will be taken before the interview.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: AD2159440 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.

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