Waterfront UTC is seeking to appoint a highly effective Head of Design, Technology & Engineering, to start from April OR September 2026.

The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership across the department. This is an exciting time to join the team as we build on our T-Levels, with the introduction of a T-Level in Engineering. The role is responsible for curriculum quality and development, line management of staff including professional development, oversight of resources and health and safety, and collaboration with Senior Leaders and industry partners to ensure strong learner outcomes and continued departmental growth.

This is a full time, permanent role, paid on the STPC Main/Upper Pay Range, dependant on experience, with a TLR2a of £8,611.

The school is offering a recruitment incentive of £5,000 which is split into the following payments - £2,500 subject to the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period, and a further £2,500 to be paid upon one year service. 

What can we offer you? 

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.  

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.  

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust 

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer: 

• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Health Checks 
• Access EarlyPay
• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 – 12 week courses
• Discounted gym membership 
• CPD afternoons
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the school office by calling 01634 505800 or via email to office@waterfront-that.org.uk 

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.