[ref. i90943218] Head of Design and Technology - Bolton
Head of Design and Technology
Salary: Mainscale (T1 to T9)
£31,650 to £49,084 per annum
Plus TLR 1D £9,782
Permanent
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Head of Design and Technology. We are looking to appoint a Head of Design and Technology who is committed to supporting student enjoyment and progress in our Technology Department. We are looking for an ambitious, inspirational, enthusiastic Head of Department with a proven track record of increasing outcomes, who is passionate about their subject.
This position would suit someone new to post or an experienced Head of Department. Whilst there is a preference for someone with a Design Technology or Graphic Design background, we welcome applicants from all Technology backgrounds.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and forward thinking school, which puts students at the centre of all we do. You will be joining a Staff Team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly. We are an ambitious community, committed to our young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions.
We strive to meet the needs of every learner; we enthuse them, motivate them and support them to achieve their potential. We celebrate all success and truly believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter.
Harper Green is looking for its Head of Design and Technology to;- be an excellent practitioner with an openness to new and innovative ideas
- have high expectations of standards and achievement for staff and students
- be flexible, collaborative & resilient
- be an accomplished teacher of one of the Technology disciplines, with a proven track record of curriculum design to improve student outcomes
- contribute to the school’s extracurricular programme
- have the highest of ambitions for our students, the school & yourself
- be a positive role model
- an aspirational supportive Leadership Team and Governing Body.
- ambitious, motivated students and supportive parents
- enthusiastic, willing and professional staff
- a network of outstanding practitioners to collaborate with & learn from within the school and wider Trust
- a happy, supportive working environment with high expectations and standards
A full information pack which includes the job description and person specification is on the Trust website.
If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, please contact the HR Team at vacancies@harpergreen.net
To apply, please click on the link, and register for an account to complete our online application form: www.leverhulmeacademytrust.org/Vacancies/
Required for Easter or September 2025
Closing date: 9am on Monday 20th January 2025
Interviews will be held on Thursday 23rd January 2025
The trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible.
Harper Green School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in team work and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.
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