Job Introduction
Head of Technology
GBP £32,916 – £51,048 per year + TLR2B £5,643
For an exceptional candidate, Cantell School is prepared to offer a generous relocation package.
Full Time, Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Application Deadline: 8th May 2026
Cantell School is proud to be a heavily oversubscribed, inclusive comprehensive school with a student intake that reflects a wonderfully diverse and vibrant local community. Our fundamental mission is to provide an exceptional learning experience for every student so that they may lead a happy and successful life now and in the future.
In March 2024, we were judged outstanding in all areas by Ofsted. Whilst we are honoured to receive such an accolade, we must be clear that this does not define us. What makes us stand out in the crowd is the strength of relationships between our diverse student and staff body. It is one of the reasons why Cantell is a great place for students to learn and staff to work!
We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and imaginative practitioner to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will continue to build on our success, showing the drive and determination for continuing school improvement and raising attainment.
The post provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career within an attractive and well-resourced working environment supported by a talented and dedicated team of staff,
and would be suitable for an exceptional teacher looking to move into middle leadership or an experienced subject leader. A teacher with Technology and Resistant Materials as a specialism is advantageous.
"After eight wonderful years at Cantell School, retiring from my role as Head of Design & Technology fills me with gratitude and pride. It has been a true privilege to work alongside such dedicated and passionate staff, and to teach committed students whose motivation to learn inspires me every day. As a department, we are fortunate to be well-resourced and supported by a team of outstanding technicians who work tirelessly to enable both staff and students to thrive. It is a wonderful environment to work in, and I wish the new Head of Department every success in taking this fantastic team forward"
Head of Design and Technology
The successful candidate will:
- Teach Technology across KS3 and KS4, including the delivery of GCSE specifications
- Demonstrate strong leadership and subject knowledge
- Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive
- Contribute to curriculum development and the wider work of the Technology Department.
- Maintain high expectations of behaviour, progress, and achievement
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support whole‑school priorities and enrichment opportunities
- Demonstrate excellent organisational, communication, and classroom‑management skills
- Plan and deliver quality-first teaching, underpinned by adaptive teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners, including students with SEND
- Use assessment effectively to track and monitor student progress, adapting teaching in response to individual needs
- Champion Cantell School’s focus on EMPOWER skills
- Work closely with the SEND team and support staff to ensure appropriate scaffolding, challenge and access for all students
- Organise and support trips, visits and workshops that build students’ knowledge
- Liaise effectively with parents, carers, support staff and external providers, including attending parents’ evenings
- Engage fully with the school’s CPD programme, including training related to SEND, adaptive teaching and inclusive practice
We will offer the successful applicant:
- A committed and extremely supportive staff team
- An extensive and personalised CPD programme
- A culture that values adaptive teaching, inclusion and collaboration
- A thriving community of students and parents/carers
We wish to appoint someone who:
- Is a qualified teacher with the ability to teach Technology
- Has knowledge of GCSE Technology specifications
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive practice and adaptive teaching
- Is reflective, collaborative and eager to develop their practice
- Is committed to raising aspirations and outcomes for all students, including those with SEND
- Brings energy, creativity and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school
The school is committed to safeguarding children and all applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Although applications will be processed as they arrive, an earlier closing date may be made before this if a successful candidate is found.
An application form is available on our website www.cantell.co.uk For further details or to arrange a visit, please contact a member of the HR team by email recruitment@cantell.co.uk
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
