Director of Learning - Technology, Textiles and Engineering

Darwen Aldridge Community Academy, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 3HD

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 April 2026 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  26 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2B
• Additional allowances:

  Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education

  🌟 Join the Aldridge Education Family! 🌟

  Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

  ✨ Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you! ; 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits. ; 💬 Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it. ; ⏰ Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you. ; 🚗 Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered. ; 🏦 Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. ; 🤝 Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!

Director of Learning - Technology, Textiles and Engineering job summary

🚀 DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY, TEXTILES & ENGINEERING 🚀
Lead Innovation. Shape the Future. Inspire the Next Generation.

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for cutting-edge technology, creative design, and hands-on engineering?

We are seeking a bold and dynamic Director of Technology, Textiles & Engineering to drive excellence, spark innovation, and transform learning experiences. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to redefine how technology and creativity intersect while leading a thriving department at the forefront of digital innovation, sustainable design, and engineering excellence.

In this role, you will inspire and lead a high-performing team across Technology, Textiles, and Engineering, shape a forward-thinking curriculum that blends digital skills, design thinking, and practical innovation, and champion emerging technologies. You will also drive student achievement, foster a culture of creativity and problem-solving, and build strong partnerships with industry to ensure learning remains relevant and future focused.

💡 What We are Looking For
✅ Proven leadership experience in Technology, Engineering, or Design education
✅ A passion for innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning
✅ Strong strategic vision with the ability to deliver results
✅ Confidence in leading change and inspiring both staff and students
✅ A commitment to excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Darwen Aldridge Community Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1065 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Darwen Aldridge Community Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/darwen-aldridge-community-academy

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