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Subject Lead - Design & Technology, Engineering and Food Preparation & Nutrition 12 month fixed term contract Locations: Manchester, Milton Keynes, London or Guildford South: 48,418 - 55,571 North: 46,500 - 53,370 Smart Hybrid Working Closing date is 11:59pm on the 6th July 2025. Are you passionate about D&T, Food and Engineering? Would you like to work in a role where you will be supporting customers, retaining and growing market share in these subjects? This is a truly great time to join AQA, the leading provider of accessible qualifications and support services for teachers and students in the UK The role will require extensive national travel to represent AQA, meet with customers and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders What's in it for me? A 35-hour working week with 25 days annual leave, rising with service, with bank holidays and extra closure days around Christmas on top An excellent contributory pension which could see up to 18.5% combined contribution Private Medical Insurance and a Health Care Cash Reward Plan A new Electric Vehicle Leasing Scheme Up to 5 days for volunteering Newly refurbished offices with a variety of individual and collaborative workspaces What will I be doing? Responsible for planning, monitoring and delivering Customer and Product priorities within the D&T subject area You will be responsible for setting and meeting challenging goals and milestones Use relevant systems, reports and dashboards to plan and record delivery for your subject area to meet delivery targets. Engage with and influence subject level stakeholders such as subject associations and learned societies to build advocacy and support and to provide both stakeholder and customer insight to inform current and future developments Lead and support projects or workstreams within Customer and Product which are of a commensurate level to your role, maximising development opportunities Engage with key stakeholders to support effective planning and delivery of priorities e.g., Product Management, Marketing, Sales, Customer Training and Events and Customer & Product Planning Manager. Ensure your work supports continuous improvement in process and delivery, to drive customer experience and satisfaction levels Be a brand advocate for AQA with customers and associates. What will I need to succeed? Expertise in the subject area to degree level. An excellent understanding of the subject landscape and current pedagogy People leadership skills Previous or current teaching experience or ability to demonstrate credibility with teachers Excellent communication, presentation and training skills in line with AQA brand and tone of voice Stakeholder management and collaborative working Influencing and brand advocacy The ability to interpret data to inform decision making, monitor delivery and impact to customers Modelling of organisational leadership habits and values and behaviours An understanding of AQA's assessment products, processes and practices relevant to your subject(s) How do I apply? Read the full job description below, then upload your most recent CV with a cover letter explaining how your skills and experience match what we are looking for. Interviews will be over 2 stages, one on Teams and one face to face. First stage - 10th July via MS Teams Second stage - 14th July, face to face AQA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any other aspect which makes people unique. #PRO22 TPBN1_UKTJ