Vacancy: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Published 30th September 2025
Location: England (meetings held in-person and online)
Remuneration: Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Time Commitment: Approximately 1 to 2 days per month
Are you passionate about shaping the future of education and inspiring the next generation of designers, engineers, and innovators?
The Design & Technology Association, the leading UK charity dedicated to supporting and promoting the teaching of design and technology (D&T) in schools, is seeking a visionary and strategic Chair of the Board of Trustees.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and influential organisation at a pivotal time for education and industry. As Chair, you will guide the Chief Executive, Tony Ryan, and the Board in setting the strategic direction, ensuring strong governance, and championing the value of D&T in preparing children and young people for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
We are looking for someone who:
- Brings strategic leadership experience, ideally at board level, within education, industry, or the charitable sector.
- Is a strong communicator and collaborator, able to inspire and unite stakeholders around a shared vision.
- Has a deep commitment to educational equity and innovation and understands the transformative power of Design and Technology.
- Can act as an ambassador for the Association, building relationships with government, industry, educators, and funders.
What we offer:
- The chance to make a lasting impact on education and society.
- A committed and expert Board of Trustees.
- A passionate and professional staff team.
- A platform to advocate for a subject that is vital to the UK’s creative, engineering, and manufacturing future.
If you believe in the importance of D&T education and want to help shape its future in schools across England, we would love to hear from you.
To apply or request an information pack, and/or discuss the post with member of the Board, please contact: Brenda van Beijnum (brenda.vanbeijnum@designtechnology.org.uk).
Closing date: 24th October 2025
Interviews:
- Zoom meetings: weeks beginning 3 and 10 November
- Formal interviews: weeks beginning 17 and 24 November
