Head of Design & Technology - Cardinal Wiseman School

Overview

TMS/UPS plus TLR2b

Are you a passionate and innovative leader in the field of Design & Technology? Cardinal Wiseman School in Coventry is seeking a dynamic Head of Design & Technology to join our dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Design & Technology department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement a creative and engaging curriculum that fosters artistic expression and academic excellence.
• Support and mentor staff within the department, promoting professional development and collaborative working.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages all students to explore their creative potential.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Proven experience in teaching and leadership within a Creative Arts setting.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to promoting the arts and enhancing the cultural life of the school community.

Why Join Us?

• Health and Wellbeing Cover - Including cashback on optical, dental, therapy treatments, discounts at many high-street retailers, and access to a wide range of wellbeing services
• 24/7 Counselling & Support Line - Confidential support whenever you need it
• Generous Pension Scheme - Helping you plan and invest in your future
• Opportunities for Progression - We're committed to your career growth, with clear development pathways, regular reviews, and access to internal and external training to help you reach your full potential
• A Supportive and Inclusive Workplace - Where your wellbeing comes first

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead Design & Technology at Cardinal Wiseman School to new heights, we would love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged, please get in touch to arrange.

The Romero Catholic Academy operates a refer a friend scheme of £200 for the referrer. If you have been referred to this vacancy by a current employee, please highlight this within the section headlined "Where did you first hear of this vacancy?" on the application form. All rules relating to the referrals are provided within the TRCA Refer a Friend Policy on our website.

We are committed to safeguarding children. As part of the pre-employment process, an enhanced DBS Check, Prohibition Checks, Childcare Disqualification (where appropriate) and Online/Social media screening will be undertaken in addition to other relevant background checks. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Safeguarding is our top priority, and we encourage all applicants to review our safeguarding and child protection policy which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our students.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.