* Providing a safe and caring environment
* Investing in ourselves to ensure everyone achieves success
* Respecting and valuing everyone and embracing diversity
* Building strong partnerships within our local community
* Continually preparing to meet future challenges
Professional Development
Essential Qualified Teacher Status Successful participation in CPD relevant to the post Experience in teaching Design Desirable Degree or equivalent in the relevant subject Further qualification(s) relevant to the post Experience in teaching textiles and timbers. Application Essential Well written and well-presented application that addresses the requirements of the post Curriculum and Leadership skills Essential Commitment to raising student achievement across the whole ability and behavioural range Successful experience of teaching the relevant subject at secondary level Successful experience of contributing to the design of the curriculum and lessons A commitment to the use of ICT to support learning and the wider aspects of the role Evidence of the ability to analyse student achievement data to inform action Commitment to working within the Design Department and to forming strong links with all other departments Desirable Successful experience of using ICT to support learning Successful experience of leading Design enrichment activities within a school context Teaching and Learning Essential Good teaching and pastoral skills Good behaviour management skills A commitment to seeking student views and encouraging them to be active partners in the learning process and within school life them to be active partners in the learning process and within school life Desirable Evidence of an ability to teach excellent lessons which maximises student progress Evidence of reflecting on own teaching and developing own craft as a teacher Personal Qualities Essential Good health, attendance and punctuality record. A mature, positive approach to working with colleagues. Willingness to dress professionally in accordance with the culture of the school