Subject Leader for Design Technology & Food

Subject Leader for Design Technology & Food Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2b (£6,056) Site: Thomas Deacon Academy Closing date: 9am on Friday 22nd May Start date: September 2026 Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. Can you lead Design Technology and Food with confidence? Will you lead your team with courtesy, compassion and commitment? If so, Thomas Deacon Academy is looking for you! Your role: As Subject Leader, you will drive high-quality teaching and learning across Design Technology and Food, shaping an ambitious, well-sequenced curriculum from Key Stage 3 to GCSE level. This is a leadership role rooted in practical learning where students design, make and cook, and you will play a key part in raising standards and inspiring achievement. A core part of this role is a clear commitment to teaching both Design Technology and Food, ensuring a broad, engaging curriculum for all learners. You will bring strong subject knowledge in Design Technology and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching. Confident in your use of digital tools, you will have experience of CAD/CAM, systems and control, and product design, using a range of strategies and technologies to engage learners effectively. In the classroom and as a leader, you will demonstrate confidence in your practice, the courage to try new approaches and the curiosity to stay at the forefront of curriculum and pedagogy. You will support and develop colleagues, model high expectations and foster a culture built on courtesy, commitment and compassion. Most importantly, you will share our belief that, with the right support, challenge and care, every student can thrive. About us: This is a place where creativity matters. You will work in an inspiring Norman Foster-designed building, within a large, forward-looking academy and department that values both academic success and character development. As part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust, you will benefit from high-quality professional development, clear progression opportunities and the chance to collaborate with like‑minded colleagues across the Trust. You will be trusted to be creative, supported to grow in confidence and encouraged to shape your career, whether you are early in your journey or looking for your next challenge. Design and Technology and Food are part of a large DAPA department that also includes, Art, Drama, Dance, Music and Food. Across the department, we have a number of dedicated classrooms well equipped for a variety of specialist techniques and processes. Staff work collaboratively and supportively at all key stages. They can develop curriculum projects aligned with their strengths while building new skills, ensuring provision remains relevant to Creative, Technical and Manufacturing industries and engaging for pupils. If you are ready t