Teacher
HEAD OF DT VACANCY
Salary: M1 – UPS 3 (£32,916 - £51,048) plus TLR 2B (£5,872)
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
CEO: Mr T.B. Tapping
Headteacher: Mrs F Cessford
ST BEDE’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL AND BYRON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
At St Bede’s Catholic School and Byron Sixth Form College, we are proud to be a community where every young person is supported, challenged and inspired to become who God calls them to be and to set the world ablaze with their gifts, talents and purpose. Our school is a vibrant community that places faith, excellence and the flourishing of both students and staff at the heart of everything we do.
As a valued member of the Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, we benefit from belonging to a strong family of schools across East Durham, South Tyneside and Sunderland. United by a shared mission Better Schools, Better Communities, Better Futures in Christ our Trust is committed to developing exceptional learning environments where every child can thrive spiritually, academically and personally.
We take staff wellbeing seriously. Our Workload and Wellbeing Charter reflects our commitment to ensuring colleagues feel valued, supported and able to flourish in their professional lives. We believe that when staff thrive, students thrive.
Safeguarding is fundamental to all we do. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is dedicated to promoting the welfare of children and young people and responds in line with local safeguarding procedures. All posts within the Trust require an enhanced DBS check.
We are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Head of Design Technology who shares our belief that Design Technology has the power to ignite curiosity, creativity and confidence in every learner. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious subject leader who wants to shape a curriculum that opens doors, feeds imagination and equips students to understand the relevance of design in their lives and the world they are called to transform.
As Head of Design Technology, you will:
- Lead and develop a committed team who share your passion for the subject.
- Shape a curriculum that inspires students to think critically, be creative, and recognise the role of design and technology in everyday life.
- Foster a culture in which students explore ideas with confidence and joy, understanding how innovation and design help them make sense of the world around them.
- Contribute to a collaborative, ambitious and supportive school community that strives for excellence in all areas.
We offer you the chance to teach an exciting and ambitious curriculum, lead a dedicated and enthusiastic department, and work with students who show immense promise and enthusiasm for learning.
All application documents should be fully completed and submitted by email to recruitment@st-bedes.org by 9.00 am on Monday 16th February 2026. Applications are required and CV’s will not be accepted. For enquiries regarding this role, please contact the school on 0191 5876220
Interviews to be confirmed.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.