Head of Department - Design & Technology
Please apply via the following application link: https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/310978HSJ
UNITY SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
St Edward's Church of England Academy
London Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9NX
Tel. 01708 730462
Email: info@steds.org.uk
Headteacher: Ms Jodie Hassan
Head of Department - Design & Technology
Contract Hours: Full Time
Salary: MPR/UPR (FTE: £37,870 - £56,154 per annum) + TLR2c (£8,611 per annum)
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
St Edward’s Church of England Academy is a thriving, inclusive and values driven school that continues to grow in both size and ambition. As part of this continued development, we are seeking to appoint an innovative and passionate Head of Design Technology to lead and further develop this important subject area.
Design Technology at St Edward’s is about creativity, confidence and real world application. The successful candidate will shape a curriculum that equips students with practical skills, resilience and problem solving abilities, while fostering pride in craftsmanship and design thinking.
We are a school that believes strongly in supporting our staff to do their best work. Staff wellbeing, manageable workload and respect for home life are central to our culture. Leaders work collaboratively to ensure expectations are clear, purposeful and sustainable.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide strong and inspirational leadership of the Design Technology department
- Develop and deliver an ambitious, inclusive and engaging curriculum for graphics, resistant materials and food technologies
- Champion creativity, innovation and high standards of practical work
- Support, develop and inspire colleagues within the department
- Contribute positively to whole school improvement and shared leadership
- Share our commitment to enabling students to live life in all its fullness
This role is ideal for a leader who is passionate about practical learning and believes in education as a powerful tool for transformation.
As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:
- A wide range of CPD opportunities (both in school and beyond)
- Opportunities for career progression (including the opportunity to participate in the Trust’s Leadership Development Programme)
- A supportive working environment.
We can offer you excellent career development in a supportive environment. We are situated in Romford within easy travel and road links to both London and Essex.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, or you would like to visit the school, please contact the Maria Driscoll (Headteacher’s PA) on info@steds.org.uk
We look forward to receiving your application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.
To apply, please visit https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/310978HSJ
Closing Date: 11th May 2026, 09:00am
Interviews: From Wednesday 13th May 2026
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
Salary range
- £37,870 - £56,465 per year