Job description

Role: Head of DT
Location: Braintree
Pay Rate: £140 – £240 per day
Start Date: As soon as possible

A thriving secondary school in Braintree is searching for an experienced Head of DT to lead its Design & Technology department. As the Head of DT, you will oversee curriculum planning, departmental organisation, and the development of high-quality teaching.

Key Responsibilities as Head of DT:
• Lead the DT department, including curriculum planning and staff oversight
• Teach DT specialisms to KS3–KS4
• Oversee assessment, progress data, and exam preparation
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in practical spaces
• Drive enrichment, design projects, and extra-curricular opportunities

Essential Requirements:
• Experienced Head of DT or aspiring middle leader
• Strong knowledge across DT specialisms
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

If you are a dedicated Head of DT ready to drive excellence in Braintree, we encourage you to apply.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in the Head of DT role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.