Head of Design Technology & Food

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified Head of Design Technology & Food with the energy, vision, and commitment to lead the department and teach pupils of all ages and abilities up to and including GCSE.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued development of a strong and effective department within our successful all-through school. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of an ambitious, inclusive, and engaging curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4, combining strategic leadership, curriculum development, and high-quality teaching to ensure excellent outcomes for all students.

We are looking for a candidate who can inspire both pupils and staff, foster creativity and innovation within the curriculum, and make a positive contribution to the wider life of the school.

An excellent induction programme is provided for new staff.

Buxton School offers:

• A wide range of opportunities for Staff CPD

• A supportive Governing body and experienced Leadership Team

• A creative and inspiring curriculum

• An on-site Staff Gym

• An employee assistance programme through which you can access up to 3 free counselling sessions per year with BACP accredited counsellors

• Access to the ‘Techscheme’ which enables you to purchase the latest technology pre-tax

• Access to the ‘Cyclescheme’ which enables you to purchase bicycles pre-tax

• One paid wellbeing day off each year for staff who have been with us for two terms

• A strong commitment to your professional development and career management

• An opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic and creative team

• A two-week October half-term break

• One paid wellbeing day off each year for staff who have been with us for two terms

• A supportive environment in which your enthusiasm will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded

• An opportunity to think and work within practice that is centred on the whole child, from 3.5 months to 16 years

• A complimentary termly lunch for all staff

We believe that we can transform the learning of generations of children by having the full range of children on one site led by staff and supported by a community who share common values, learning and curriculum aims, polices, and practices in our All-Through school.

Find Out More and Apply

For further information about the school, please visit https://www.buxtonschool.org.uk/

If you have any questions prior to applying, you can contact Lauren-Marie Haywood, PA to Executive Headteacher, at recruitment@buxtonschool.org.uk

To apply, please complete our application form and return this via email to recruitment@buxtonschool.org.uk

CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Friday 18th September 2026.

Interviews to be held the following week.

We may call applicants for an interview and appoint before the deadline if we are especially interested in their application.

Buxton School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.