Subject Lead for Design & Technology EDV/2026/OIEA/46414

About This Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

If you are an experienced leader and teacher who is passionate about your subject, ready to lead and inspire a team, and committed to driving excellence in teaching and learning, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

At Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy (OIEA), we are committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning, fostering an environment where students and staff can thrive. Our academy is known for its calm, purposeful atmosphere, driven students, and dedicated staff. We work together to provide outstanding opportunities, supported by cutting-edge facilities.

We are looking for brilliant leaders and teachers to join this forward-thinking Academy and develop the quality of teaching and learning within their subject area. We are seeking to employ teachers who have a thirst to develop young people and build teams committed to academic and pastoral success. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in influencing positive learning outcomes for our students, both within your own subject area and whole school.

This is an exciting time to be joining our Academy. Our latest building houses the English, Science and Modern Foreign Languages departments in state-of-the-art facilities. Our success to date is due to the fact we live and breathe our CARE values of Courage, Ambition, Respect and Excellence. These values help to determine our strong culture and create a climate in which every member of the school community is able to develop and improve. We are relentlessly positive and passionately care about the community that we serve.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive

Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve

Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We offer a competitive package of benefits for our staff including:

• A network of exceptional support staff, teachers, middle and senior leaders.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to achieve career development through excellent CPD opportunities (at a trust and school level)
• Vivup – lifestyle saving, cycle to work scheme, car salary sacrifice scheme, and employee assistance programme
  
  

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please contact Mrs Meakin, PA to Principal on 0115 9303724 or by emailing kmeakin@oiea.co.uk.

To apply, please submit an application via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 2nd February 2026

Interviews to be held as soon as possible after the closing date.

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All of our academy policies can be found here: policies