Package Description
Location: Repton Prep
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Highly competitive
Benefits: Private Medical Insurance, Group pension scheme
Required from January 2027
Job Introduction
Repton Prep is looking to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Design & Technology, who is an outstanding classroom practitioner with the skills and experience to deliver first class teaching and outcomes for our pupils.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the leading Prep Schools as a Head of Department, working alongside teachers who promote excellence both in and out of the classroom, in 55-acres of inspirational facilities. We offer a diverse and inclusive working environment for ambitious and passionate teachers.
The successful applicant will have the ability to use their talents to help enrich the quality of DT opportunities available to pupils, be a role model, and play a full part in the engaging life of our day and boarding school. As the Head of Design & Technology, they will drive the strategy forwards for this flourishing department and enjoy a close and collaborative relationship with the Senior School.
The closing date for applications is 10:00am on Monday 7th September 2026.
Should you have any questions, or wish to complete an offline application form, please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR team via [email protected].
Main Responsibilities
As Head of Design and Technology, you will be involved in multiple areas of the School, including Teaching, Pastoral and Whole School responsibilities, not limited to:
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To teach a timetable of lessons to pupils from years 3-8 as directed by the Deputy Head Academic
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Promote DT internally and externally, by organising special events, exhibitions and trips, displays of subject work, and contribute annually to the school magazine.
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To be a Form Tutor within Years 5-8 (as directed by the Deputy Head Pastoral and Boarding).
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Contributing to either the day or boarding duty rota schedule (depending on resident status).
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Contributing to the activities programme by offering after school activities, as allocated according to areas of interest or specialism.
Please refer to the Head of DT Job Pack for the full list of Roles and Responsibilities.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will likely be able to demonstrate the following key qualities:
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An excellent teacher– energetic, pragmatic, robust and resourceful, putting the pupils at the
forefront of decision making.
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Experienced in using IT in the classroom and for administration and manipulating data.
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Good honours degree and relevant teaching qualification – QTS essential.
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A sound understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection issues.
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Have the skills to be a part of an inclusive and diverse school community, valuing and promoting inclusion.
Please refer to the Head of DT Job Pack for the full list of Key Qualities.
About Repton School
Repton is the ancient capital of Mercia, and the School, founded in 1557 from a bequest from Sir John Port of Etwall, was established on the site of a 7th century Anglo-Saxon Benedictine abbey and latterly a 12th century Augustinian priory and the School today incorporates many of the original buildings from the estate.
The School has over one thousand pupils across the Prep and Senior School, making it large enough to achieve excellence in and out of the classroom, yet small enough for individuals to grow and succeed. Repton and Repton Prep have always enjoyed a very close relationship and in 2020, the schools became a through-school.
At Repton Senior, each pupil, whether day or boarding, is a member of a House. Academic standards are high and creative activities, including music, art, drama and design, flourish. The School has a national profile in sport, in particular in football, hockey, cricket and swimming. Our pupils thrive both in and out of the classroom and they develop the skills, qualities and values that will lead to a successful life.
Repton was one of the first British schools to set up overseas schools with the establishment of Repton School Dubai in 2007, and the development of a community of international schools is key to Repton’s future vision. Currently, Repton has schools in Dubai (2), Abu Dhabi (2), China, and Egypt, with plans to open a further four more over the next few years. Repton also includes five schools in the UK (Repton, Repton Prep, St Wystan’s, Vinehall and Marlborough House) with the ambition to grow its UK family of schools.
