Head of Department for Design Technology (Engineering Specialism)

Overview

What skills and experience we''re looking forEssential

Good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Design Technology (A/C)Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C)Strong and secure subject knowledge in Design Technology up to GCSE and/or A Level (A/I)Evidence of good student examination results (A/I/R)Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R)Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R)Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students (A/I)Good understanding of curriculum developments in Design Technology (A/I)Experience of leading a team (A/I/R)Excellent classroom practitioner that can model best practice (A/I/R)Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I)Understands how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I)Understands principles of quality learning, teaching and assessment including Academy review and self-evaluation (A/I/R)Able to apply effective practice and research evidence to improve outcomes (A/I)Confident in the use of standard ICT packages and how these can be used to enhance student learning (A/I)Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I)Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I)Strong enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I)Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas (A/I)Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential safeguarding issues (A/I/R)Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents/carers (A/I/R)Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R)Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R)Desirable

Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R)Strong and secure subject knowledge in your subject area up to A Level (A/I)Curriculum design and management (A/I/R)What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…Financial Wellbeing:Membership to the Teachers’ Pension SchemeTechnology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*Access to an extensive discounts platformPhysical Wellbeing:24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you and your householdGym and fitness discountsCycle to Work scheme*Free annual flu jabMental Wellbeing:Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance ProgrammeMenopause Support ServiceTrained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settingsCommitment to safeguarding

Online searches will be completed for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed during the recruitment process. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. We won''t discriminate unfairly against applicants who reveal they have a criminal conviction or where a DBS check reveals a criminal conviction or other information. We will consider applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, experience, knowledge and qualifications, although this depends whether the job is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act ..... full job details .....