Head of Design and Technology, Secondary School

Job Overview

Arbor School seeks a Head of Design and Technology to lead the Food Technology and Resistant Materials department in the Secondary School.

The successful candidate will be proficient and experienced in teaching Design and Technology across GCSE/iGCSE and A Level/BTEC levels. The role involves leading the team and overseeing Design Technology across KS3, KS4 and KS5.

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of students in line with Arbor’s Safeguarding framework, policy and Code of Conduct.
• Promote Arbor’s vision, mission and values positively and actively.
• Ensure practice aligns with the Arbor Staff Handbook and the Outstanding Support framework.
• Implement school policies, procedures and expected practices as directed by the Senior Leadership Team.
• Support the development and review of the Design Technology curriculum and schemes of work at KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Prepare, deliver and evaluate schemes of work in accordance with National Curriculum requirements, emphasising challenge, pace, high‑order questioning and thinking skills to achieve highest grades at KS3, KS4 and KS5.
• Maintain a well‑ordered, safe and stimulating learning environment; lead by example to encourage high‑standard display work and celebrate successes.

• Native‑level English language skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design Technology or a similar field, with a PGCE in Education with QTS or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years experience teaching Design and Technology in the UK or an accredited British school overseas.
• Track record of outstanding GCSE and/or A Level examination results.
• Track record of outstanding teaching and learning and ability to create a caring and nurturing classroom environment.

Competitive tax‑free compensation package in accordance with school policy and UAE labour law regulations.

Submit a CV with a recent photograph and a letter of application (no longer than two pages) outlining your educational philosophy and suitability for the Arbor School.

The Arbor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All appointments are subject to CV and qualification checks, interview, identity checks, criminal record checks and successful references. All appointments require approval from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.