Head of Design Technology

Set in 200 acres of Suffolk countryside overlooking the Stour Estuary and within an hour of London, Royal Hospital School (RHS) is a leading, co-educational boarding and day school providing a full and broad education, fit for the modern world.

In 2025, RHS entered an exciting new chapter as part of the Inspired Learning Group (ILG). This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver an exceptional education while preserving everything that makes RHS unique, our traditions, our character, and our community spirit.

The Royal Hospital School has the following vacancy:

Head of Design Technology

(Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 & A Level)

Royal Hospital School is seeking a forward-thinking and ambitious Head of Design & Technology to lead a successful department with outstanding resources in a school that values and promotes the Creative Arts and STEM.

The role would suit an excellent D&T teacher ready for leadership, or an experienced Head of Department seeking a new challenge. As the role encompasses oversight of Food Technology, the ability to teach Food Technology to at least Key Stage 4 is preferred.

Close for Applications: 28 January 2026

Interviews: 6 & 9 February 2026

Applications should be made online via TES following the ‘apply’ link. To see details of other vacancies please visit our website VACANCIES - Royal Hospital School

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The Royal Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share our commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.