At Humphrey Perkins School we believe in being kind, working hard, and taking responsibility. We believe school should be a calm, inclusive and safe place, where teachers can get on and teach, and pupils can get on and learn without disruption. We are seeking a passionate, committed and inspiring Head of Design Technology to lead our brilliant faculty.
We pride ourselves on kindness, looking after each other and a sense of community, and we always welcome new teachers warmly and with enthusiasm. We firmly believe in academic excellence for all pupils, no matter their background, and work as a team to get the very best outcomes.
We are currently looking to recruit a:
Head of Design Technology (preferably with a Food Technology background but not essential) – on a permanent contract starting Friday 21 August 2026 – Full Time.
Based at Humphrey Perkins School, part of the Lionheart Educational Trust.
Salary: Main or Upper Pay Range plus TLR2b (£5871)
We are looking to appoint an outstanding head of department who can lead the Creative faculty in delivering consistently high-quality lessons for our pupils. This is a great opportunity for a motivated and effective teacher to join our excellent school, and continue their career in teaching and learning leadership.
The sense of community is key at our school, and we always welcome new teachers warmly and with enthusiasm. As part of our school community, you will play a key role in shaping academic progress of pupils within your year group, while delivering high quality ADT teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4. We firmly believe in academic excellence for all no matter background, and work as a team to get the very best outcomes for our pupils, whilst also placing huge value in their holistic development.
Interviews will be held as soon as possible.
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications and interview early if we receive a high volume of applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, and references will be sought at the shortlisting stage.
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
Humphrey Perkins school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out online checks for anyone who is shortlisted, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check (including a barred list check).
If you would like to come and visit the school or have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the school.
Please note CVs WILL NOT be accepted.
Humphrey Perkins School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.