Total 2 Manager level Information Technology job vacancies in Blandford, Dorset, DT11 0QS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Design Technology department to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.

• Set and maintain the highest standards of student achievement and conduct, fostering an environment of excellence.

• Develop a rigorous and engaging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners, preparing them for academic and vocational success.

• Work closely with senior leadership to implement whole-school initiatives aimed at raising standards and expectations.

• Inspire and motivate students of all abilities to develop their creativity, problem-solving skills, and passion for Design Technology.

• Provide guidance, support, and professional development for staff within the department, ensuring effective teaching strategies are shared and implemented.

• Monitor and evaluate the progress and attainment of students, ensuring that all achieve their full potential.

• Lead extra-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities within Design Technology to inspire a love for the subject.

• Maintain a safe and stimulating learning environment in compliance with health and safety regulations.

Person Specification:

• A proven track record of excellent teaching and learning within Design Technology.

• A commitment to high standards and the belief that every student can achieve their potential.

• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire staff and students alike.

• Expertise in designing and implementing a challenging and innovative curriculum.

• An understanding of the latest developments in Design Technology and education.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive approach to raising standards and securing high achievement.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a leadership role within a school environment.

• Experience of developing successful extracurricular programmes in Design and Technology.

• Familiarity with working in an academy setting.

What the school offers its staff

What we Offer:

• We pay an average of 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector
• Three extra INSET days for planning
• At least one personal day a year
• Cash towards medical treatment
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Support for your wellbeing
• Exceptional curriculum resources
• Expert subject advice
• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• A vibrant school culture committed to high standards and achievement.
• State-of-the-art facilities for Design and Technology education.
• An environment where creativity is valued and students are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Software Engineering Manager (Women in Tech, Agile)
Bournemouth, London or Manchester
£80000 + 16% Bonus + Hybrid Working + Healthcare

Your new company
I am engaged on a project to recruit a Software Engineering Manager to join one of the leading Healthy living brands in the UK. You'll officially be working in the Financial Services sector with access to excellent benefits and support, leading Engineering projects and teams for a company which genuinely encourages wellness and has a positive impact on people's lives.

This role is offered with hybrid with 2 days or 14 hours per week (however you wish to divide it up) in one of their main 'home' office locations; Bournemouth, Manchester or London.

Your new role
This is a technical leadership position, you will have ownership over 1 of their 4 customer journeys which are central to the businesses growth. You will have been involved in the presentation of solutions regularly to both technical and non-technical team members.

You will need to provide technical leadership, line management and coaching and mentoring and take full responsibility for all work delivered by the SW Engineering teams, ensuring delivery is on time and within budget.

You'll form part of the Engineering management team helping to champion Agile for the business (it's fast paced and reactionary). Never satisfied with the status quo, you constantly push improvements forward and happily manage upward to make progress.

The key element that ties their mission together - they reward people for making positive/healthy lifestyle choices, and this extends to their employees. They are constantly launching new partnerships with the biggest brands which means the Dev team needs to operate with the mentality of a start-up, it's constantly changing and is truly innovative. If you're looking for the stability of a household name, without the bureaucracy associated with a corporate, then I am sure this will be of interest.

What you'll need to succeed
We're looking for an experienced Software Engineering Manager with 2+ years in a similar position. You may have progressed from a myriad of different backgrounds but must have enteprrise level Engineering Management experience.

We're looking for strong experience engaging with Senior Stakeholders across multiple locations and Strong Leadership of a Software Development team. You will have excellent organisation and communication skills and whilst specific technical skills are not required, the environment will be (.Net, Java, React, Angular, SalesForce).

Ideally we would like someone with Insurance or Financial Services experience for the role, a relevant degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science and definitely strong Agile/Scrum expereince.

What you'll get in return
You'll work for an award-winning bluechip company with an excellent reputation, both in the market and amongst its employees, one that champions diversity and Women in Technology.

The benefits are market leading and include a 16% bonus scheme, 6% matched pension, Flexible Working, Health Insurance, Health & Wellbeing Incentives, almost unlimited Training & Development Opportunities, up to 30 days holiday + bank holidays, Reward & Recognition Schemes and multiple companywide events/socials.

What you need to do now
At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology.
To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Business Director on 0333 010 5724.

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