What skills and experience we're looking for
• Good honours graduate with qualified teacher status
• A very successful teaching record
• Experience of teaching at Key Stages Three and Four
• Experience of teaching multiple strands of DT
• Proven track record of improving standards within a department or team
• Experience of successful line management or mentoring
• Further professional qualifications such as an NPQ
Knowledge and understanding:
• A thorough understanding of a teacher’s role in safeguarding young people
• Strong subject knowledge, including knowledge of the National Curriculum and Key Stage Four specifications
• Understanding of how pedagogy in your subject is specific and distinct to generic teaching strategies
• Good understanding of the features of strong classroom practice, including evidence-informed teaching
• Understanding of strong summative and formative assessment practices
• Knowledge of the features of effective professional development
• Knowledge of specifications for multiple technology qualifications
• Knowledge of up-to-date curriculum research, including curriculum design and implementation
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to developing our staff through first class induction and high-quality professional development. As a result, a large proportion of JMHS staff have achieved promotion to middle and senior leadership positions.
A lovely small market town
Free onsite parking
membership of pension scheme
Flexible working options considered
Commitment to safeguarding
JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an on-line Google search