Head of Design & Technology
Prospero Teaching is working with a well-established secondary school in Southampton who are seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Design & Technology / Creative Subjects to join their leadership team from September 2026.
This is a key leadership role within the secondary phase, offering the opportunity to take strategic ownership of the Creative curriculum, with oversight of Design Technology, Food Technology, Art, Drama, and Music. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping curriculum direction, driving high standards of teaching and learning, and ensuring strong progression for students across Key Stages

The Role:
Lead and manage the Creative curriculum across the secondary phase
Hold specific subject leadership responsibility in Design Technology or Food Technology
Teach high-quality lessons within your specialist subject
Set and deliver a clear strategic vision for Creative subjects
Support, mentor, and develop colleagues within the department
Ensure curriculum coherence and progression across Drama, Art, Music, DT, and Food
Monitor standards of teaching, assessment, and outcomes across Creative subjects
Balance classroom teaching with wider responsibilities as a Head of Curriculum
Contribute positively to the school’s wider leadership and development priorities

The School Is Looking For:
A qualified teacher with QTS/QTLS
A strong subject specialist in Design Technology or Food Technology
Proven experience teaching at secondary level
Experience in curriculum leadership or middle leadership
A highly organised professional who can manage multiple priorities effectively
Someone who maintains high classroom expectations while leading strategically
A collaborative leader who can inspire both students and staff

Contract Details:
Position: Head of Design & Technology / Creative Subjects (Secondary)
Location: Southampton
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: UPS £47,472 - £51,048
TLR: £4,305.60

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
QTS/QTLS required
Strong secondary classroom experience essential
Leadership experience within a curriculum area desirable
Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided)

Eligibility:
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
Two recent professional references

What Prospero Teaching Offers:
Confidential support throughout the application process
Expert guidance preparing for leadership interviews
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and leadership development
A dedicated consultant with experience supporting senior and middle leaders
Access to long-term and permanent leadership opportunities

If you are an experienced DT or Food specialist ready to step into a senior curriculum leadership role, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the Creative subjects within a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV to register your interest.