What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Design and Technology to join our Extended Leadership Team at The Spires College. This is an exciting opportunity to take a new department and make it into something exceptional. It would suit an ambitious teacher who has established themselves as an excellent classroom practitioner and is now seeking the opportunity to develop leadership skills in order to progress their career. Alternatively, there is opportunity for an already experienced Head of Department looking for a new challenge in a school that supports its teachers to thrive.
At the College, we are passionate about teaching and learning and would love to hear from you if you share our belief in the power of education to transform lives. If you are ready for the next step in your career and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you. We would welcome applications from teachers of any of the subjects that sit within our Design and Technology Department.
The successful applicant will:
• be an exceptional classroom practitioner, who is able to teach Design and Technology, Textiles or Food Technology across Key Stages 3 to 5;
• be committed to working in a close, collaborative team;
• have experience of developing the work of colleagues at various professional stages;
• have the ability to motivate and inspire others;
• be able to use a strong pedagogical understanding to develop and ensure the successful delivery of the curriculum;
• be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life.
What the school offers its staff
The College is a close community, with a shared desire to be the best we can be. We are committed to staff’s professional development and invest heavily in ensuring our teachers grow and flourish as practitioners.
We offer:
• the opportunity to be part of a successful and supportive team of professionals;
• excellent professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including significant leadership development opportunities towards senior leadership;
• the opportunity to work to your own initiative whilst receiving ample guidance and support;
• the opportunity, support and resources to create something brilliant that will enhance children’s life chances;
• an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment;
• a modern, purpose-built building and facilities.
• further benefits including free access to the college gym, discounts for external gym memberships and retailers, a salary sacrifice scheme to assist with large value transport purchases, free annual flu immunisations and access to a 24 hour employee assistance programme..
The Spires College is a co-educational, 11-18 Bilateral School with a selective stream. We are a friendly, caring school which puts the needs of our children at the heart of all we do.
Further details about the role
For further details about the college and the role, please see the attached brochure.
Commitment to safeguarding
The college is committed to safeguarding and to the promotion of the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list information.