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Head of Design & Technology - Abingdon - September 2025

Academics
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1TU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A secondary school in Abingdon is seeking a qualified Design & Technology Teacher or Design Specialist for the Head of Department role starting in September 2025.
  • Candidates must hold QTS and have proven leadership experience, along with a passion for their subject and strong classroom management skills.
  • The position is ideal for experienced teachers looking to advance their careers by leading a successful department.
  • The school values excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to improving student outcomes and school life.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, following the M1-UPS Pay Scale, and applicants should have experience working in KS3-KS5.

Head of Design & Technology Opportunity - Secondary School - Abingdon

Are you a qualified Design & Technology Teacher or Design Specialist with leadership experience looking for a Head of Department role within a secondary school in Abingdon?

Academics Ltd are working with an outstanding school in Abingdon who are looking to appoint a Head of Design & Technology to join them in September 2025. We are looking to appoint a fully qualified teacher (with QTS) who has proven leadership experience, is passionate about their subject, and can lead a team with high expectations and strong classroom management. This is also a great opportunity for an experienced teacher looking to take the next step in their career and lead a successful department.

The school are looking for a Head of Design & Technology who:

  • Is passionate about their subject and has excellent leadership skills to inspire and manage a team* Is interested in the science of learning and is committed to continuous improvement* Can demonstrate excellent organisational and inter-personal skills, with the ability to manage and lead a team effectively* Has a clear vision, energy, and commitment to all aspects of school life* Has a desire and passion to make a real difference to the lives and life-chances of our students* Design & Technology Specialist* QTS (with PGCE in Secondary Design & Technology) required - Applications from experienced teachers welcome* Experience working in KS3-KS5 with leadership experience

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary - M1-UPS Pay Scale* Ongoing career support from your dedicated consultant

If you are an experienced Design & Technology Teacher with leadership experience, or a passionate teacher looking to step into a leadership role in Abingdon, and would be interested in this opportunity to grow as an educator and leader, then please apply through this advert.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.