Head of Design Technology
What skills and experience we're looking for
Excellent subject knowledge across Year 7-13
An understanding of the importance of impactful teaching and learning
Knowledge of the range of strategies which impact on students’ progress and outcomes
Evidence of excellent progress in own lessons
To be able to evaluate good teaching and learning in other’s lessons and provide supportive and constructive feedback to secure improved staff practice and student outcomes
An understanding of the Ofsted framework.
Knowledge of relevant associations and external bodies
Knowledge of statutory responsibilities including safeguarding
Abilities And Skills
Essential
Excellent teacher of Design Technology with consistently strong demonstrable student outcomes
Ability to use assessment data to analyse students’ progress to secure improved outcomes
Ability to use comparative data to inform school improvement and intervention planning
Show excellent time and management skills and analyse, prioritise and meet deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a range of stakeholders, teachers; parents/carers and students
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, ability to plan and prioritise time effectively
Ability to hold others to account
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of the wider school team
Ability to use IT effectively for teaching and leadership/management tasks
What the school offers its staff- A welcoming and supportive environment
- Effective professional support and development
- Opportunities for leadership development
- Successful GCSE and A Level Design Technology teaching
- Excellent facilities
- A forward-looking school where excellent teachers can transform lives
- Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme
- Eye Care scheme with Specsavers
Commitment to safeguarding
Shires Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.