Head of Technology

Brigshaw High School, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 2HR

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  26 February 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subjects: Design and technology, Food technology
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS / UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2b

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and inspirational Head of Technology to lead our successful and expanding faculty. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Technology across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. The successful candidate will drive up standards across all disciplines, share best practice to ensure consistency, and lead the development of a rich and inclusive enrichment programme that engages and inspires all students.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner, passionate about providing a high-quality education that raises achievement and fosters exceptional progress. You should have a genuine enthusiasm for helping students explore diverse places and understand the complex interactions between human and physical environments. Additionally, you must possess the ability to effectively engage and inspire students across a wide range of needs and abilities. The role will involve teaching across all age and ability ranges.

What the school offers its staff

All staff benefit from a comprehensive professional development package, which includes:

● 1:1 coaching for personalised growth.

● Regular deliberate practice sessions to refine skills.

● Dedicated time for subject-specific pedagogy.

To support staff wellbeing, we have implemented a variety of initiatives, including:

● A two-week half-term break during the winter term.

● A centralised detention system to reduce administrative burden.

● No requirement for staff to undertake lunch duties.

● A staff wellbeing group to ensure their voices are heard.

● A sensible approach to marking and feedback, focusing on impact rather than workload.

● We also recognise the value of small gestures, such as providing cake, breakfasts, and other treats, to show our appreciation.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all children regardless of age, gender, religion or beliefs, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. All adults in our schools have a full and active part to play in protecting our children from harm, and that the child or young person’s welfare is our paramount concern. We ensure that everyone understands their roles and responsibilities in respect of safeguarding and is provided with appropriate training to recognise, identify and respond to safeguarding concerns relating to children and young people.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Head of Technology - Applicant Brief - February 2026.docx (1) (2).pdf - 700 KB (opens in new tab)

About Brigshaw High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1332 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Brigshaw High School website
• Email address: hr@brigshawtrust.com
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brigshaw-high-school

Our mission at Brigshaw High School is to provide a cradle to career education that allows our children to enjoy lives of choice and opportunity. Our shared ambition is underpinned by a commitment to our values of equality, integrity, respect and resilience. We aim for an aspirational culture built upon love, structure and high expectations for all.

Brigshaw High School is proud to be part of Brigshaw Learning Partnership (BLP) together with six primary schools across East Leeds. Being part of the BLP family enables effective relationships to be built with families, strengthens our practice and provides children in the local community with a coherent cradle to career education.

We are openly focused on the educational outcomes for all and firmly believe that placing the student at the centre of everything we do will ensure that those whom we teach leave with the best possible grades and go on to achieve wonderful things in life.

Brigshaw High School has a reputation for commitment to students of all abilities and a renowned level of pastoral care. This is the result of a dedicated and highly effective team of staff ensuring that pupils have every opportunity to succeed in a huge variety of activities in and out of the classroom.

Arranging a visit to Brigshaw High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@brigshawtrust.com.

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