We are a dedicated, creative and highly successful team of subject specialists, supported by 3 technicians. The department occupies 9 specialist classrooms including a catering kitchen, which are all equipped with PCs and projectors.We share a workroom and prep room, which becomes a place for the team to congregate during breaks, fostering an extremely supportive and friendly atmosphere. All of the team are engaged in research-led development projects to collaboratively improve our practice, and our culture of sharing ideas and strategies leads to innovative and dynamic teaching across the year groups.At Key Stage 3, all students balance different skills through a common creative approach and rotate between the Design Technology specialisms of Product Design, Food Prep & Nutrition, Textiles. Art & Design and Computing are taught as discrete subjects.At Key Stage 4, students can choose from 7 KS4 courses to study in Years 10 and 11. As a team we are looking to continually improve our delivery of content through sharing best practice. Our curriculum is carefully structured and well-resourced, and seeks to foster a love of the subject in all learners. We make full and creative use of online resources.We particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience in teaching Product Design.What we can offer:Experienced and supportive School Leadership TeamOpportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional DevelopmentLocal Government Pension schemeOccupational HealthEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to work schemeFree on site ParkingJob DetailsHours of Work: 1 FTEPosition: Permanent PostLine Manager: Vice PrincipalThe salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience.Application ProcessPlease complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people. #J-18808-Ljbffr