About the Academy
Outwood Academy Haydock is an 11–16 academy based in the former mining village of Haydock, within the large Merseyside town of St Helens, and we are proud to say that our recent OFSTED inspection in September 2024 cited that the school is a 'Good' school. Part of the Outwood Family since 2022, we are a welcoming and supportive academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. We are proud of our curriculum, which is designed to stretch and enrich our students’ experience and, coupled with our relentless focus on learning, ensures everyone has the right to learn. We believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. With a holistic view of education, we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding.
About the Department
The Technology Department at Outwood Academy Haydock is a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. You'll join a dedicated team of expert teachers, passionate about delivering outstanding lessons within our state-of-the-art facilities in the school's Science and Technology block. Our enthusiastic educators are further supported by a highly skilled and experienced Technology Technician.
The department boasts an exceptionally well-resourced and culturally rich curriculum, featuring cutting-edge classroom technologies that empower teachers to deliver dynamic and inspiring learning experiences. We nurture a close-knit and supportive team environment – a true family dedicated to maximising the potential of every student and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the future.
The department has made significant strides in recent years, achieving our highest-ever results in Hospitality & Catering and Engineering, all of which were in line with or above national averages. We have also expanded our curriculum offer to reintroduce Textiles and are currently in the process of reintroducing Product Design into the curriculum.
We are a highly successful department with a tremendous track record in extra-curricular activities. In recent years, we have consistently finished in the top ten of the prestigious V&A Innovate challenge, culminating in an outright victory in 2023 and a category win in 2022.
We are now seeking to appoint another vibrant and dynamic teacher, who is a workshop specialist, to join our fantastic team. We are totally committed to providing the very best education for every child, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment. We aim to instil a love of learning and a love of the Technologies in every child in our care.
As we continue to improve and progress, help to take us to the next level.
Our Commitment
As a member of the Outwood Family of Schools, we believe in putting Students First, raising standards, and transforming lives.
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For further information or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Richard Weaver, Head of Faculty for Technology, Art and Computing, by email at r.weaver@haydock.outwood.com, who will be happy to assist.
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Closing date: Midday on 3 February 2025.
Interview date: 7 February 2025.
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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.