Teacher of Engineering/Design Technology

What skills and experience we're looking for

A degree in Design Technology/Engineering or equivalent.

Qualified Teacher Status

Evidence of commitment to own professional development.

Teaching across the age 11-16 age range in training or in post;

Excellent classroom practitioner;

A keen interest in developing teaching and learning within your subject area;

A good understanding of planning and assessment techniques;

The ability to create a stimulating learning environment;

High expectations of self, colleagues and learners;

Good communication skills.

A proven track record of achieving excellent results.

A positive role model for young people;

Passion for teaching;

Commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility;

Punctual and well organised;

Reflective, resilient and resourceful.

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to the professional development of our staff and have a schedule of CPD throughout the year. Other CPD courses are offered to staff to meet their career development/progression needs.

We have a 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme.

All staff are auto-enrolled on the teacher pension scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.