
Head of Department-Design Technology (Engineering/Construction Specialism)
Rossington All Saints Academy, Not Yet Obtained, South Yorkshire, DN11 0BZ7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter or September 2026
Closing date
4 February 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
26 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Engineering
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR to UPR3
Additional allowances
TLR 2B £5866.00
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential
- Good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Design Technology (A/C)
- Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C)
- Strong and secure subject knowledge in Design Technology up to GCSE and/or A Level (A/I)
- Evidence of good student examination results (A/I/R)
- Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R)
- Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R)
- Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students (A/I)
- Good understanding of curriculum developments in Design Technology (A/I)
- Experience of leading a team (A/I/R)
- Excellent classroom practitioner that can model best practice (A/I/R)
- Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I)
- Understands how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I)
- Understands principles of quality learning, teaching and assessment including Academy review and self-evaluation (A/I/R)
- Able to apply effective practice and research evidence to improve outcomes (A/I) • Confident in the use of standard ICT packages and how these can be used to enhance student learning (A/I)
- Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I)
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I) • Strong enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I)
- Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas (A/I)
- Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential safeguarding issues (A/I/R)
- Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents/carers (A/I/R)
- Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R)
- Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R)
- Desirable
- Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R)
- Strong and secure subject knowledge in your subject area up to A Level (A/I)
- Curriculum design and management (A/I/R)
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on yourFinancial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
- Membership to theTeachers’ Pension Scheme
- Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
- Access to anextensivediscounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
- 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
- Gym & fitness discounts
- Cycle to Workscheme*
- Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
- Access to an industry leadingEmployee Assistance Programme
- Menopause Support Service
- TrainedMental Health First Aidersin all our settings
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Online searches will be completed for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed during the recruitment process.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.
We won't discriminate unfairly against applicants who reveal they have a criminal conviction or where a DBS check reveals a criminal conviction or other information.
We will consider applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications, although this depends whether the job is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Rossington All Saints Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 858 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Rossington All Saints Academy website
- Email address
- dawsh@theallsaints.net
The Academy is looking to build on the success of recent years, and you will be joining an academy where all students are valued, regardless of their background or ability. We treat our young people with respect and give them all the opportunity to achieve their potential. Our goal is for all our students to leave us as happy, well-qualified, confident young adults who go on to excel in the local sixth-forms, colleges, universities, and the wider world.
We are within easy reach of the motorway network with the Academy being situated minutes from the M18 and A1. Our amazing building offers exceptional facilities, we have superb sports facilities, modern science labs and excellent technology spaces.
Why join us?
Staff across the trust are talented and enthusiastic, and all contribute to the trust’s success story.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…
Financial Wellbeing:
· Membership to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
· Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
· Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
· 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
· Gym & fitness discounts
· Cycle to Work scheme*
· Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
· Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
· Menopause Support Service
· Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.
Arranging a visit to Rossington All Saints Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dawsh@theallsaints.net.
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