Lead Teacher of Technology

Oasis Academy Mayfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9NA

42 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  17 October 2026

• Closing date

  28 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Design and technology
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2a (£3,527)

Lead Teacher of Technology job summary

Lead Teacher of Technology (Design Technology or Food Specialism)

Are you an ambitious and inspirational Technology teacher ready to lead a thriving department? Oasis Academy Mayfield is seeking an outstanding Lead Teacher of Technology to join our middle leadership team and drive excellence across the department. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner with a passion for high-quality teaching and learning, who can motivate both students and colleagues to achieve their very best. 

As Lead Teacher of Technology, you will:

• Lead and develop the Technology department, including departmental staff and technician support.

• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.

• Oversee curriculum development, assessment and departmental improvement planning.

• Monitor progress and implement strategies to raise attainment for all learners, including disadvantaged and vulnerable students.

• Ensure effective management of resources and the highest standards of health and safety. 

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a proven track record of excellent classroom practice.

• Can inspire and support colleagues through effective leadership.

• Has strong communication, organisational and analytical skills.

• Demonstrates resilience, enthusiasm and a commitment to continuous professional development.

• Shares the values and ethos of Oasis and is committed to improving outcomes for all students

Our Offer to You

When you join the Oasis family there are a number of benefits you will receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include, but are not limited to: 

• Recognition of previously continuous local authority/education service

• Opportunities for training and development internally and externally

• Access to a free 24/7 counselling service

• Free eye tests

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Healthcare cash plan

• A lively environment with colleagues who care

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people

• The opportunity to work with a variety of professionals in the academy

Application Procedure

Please take time to look over the recruitment information provided. For further information or an informal discussion about the role and the Academy, please contact the academy on the main school telephone number. 

Further information and an application pack can be found on our website. The application form and details are contained under Find out more about this opportunity. 

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable field of candidates is received, therefore early applications are encouraged.

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

Oasis Academy Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role

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 Oasis Academy Mayfield

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 884 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Oasis Academy Mayfield website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oasis-academy-mayfield

As part of Oasis, we passionately believe in its' ethos. At Oasis Academy Mayfield, we are committed to delivering excellence for everyone, entitling our students, staff and community to an exceptional education. It is our responsibility to provide the highest standards of teaching and learning, enabling students to achieve their very best, preparing them for life in the 21st century. We strive to every student to make outstanding progress throughout their time at the academy, regardless of their individual challenges or starting point on entry. This focus stands resolutely alongside the wider vision of Oasis Community Learning and the Education Charter.

We encourage our students and staff to follow the Mayfield Way; Be Kind, Be Determined and Be Proud.

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