Teacher of Design Technology
Honiton Community College, Honiton, Devon, EX14 1QTThis job expired on 10 May 2021 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
10 May 2021 at 9am
Date listed
19 April 2021
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Job role
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Working pattern
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- MPS
Teacher of Design Technology job summary
We are looking to appoint an ambitious NQT who has outstanding potential or an experienced teacher with excellent credentials.
The successful candidate will easily forge positive professional relationships with students. You will have high expectations and excellent subject knowledge with a love for Design and Technology and dedication to supporting students to be successful and enjoy their learning. You will want to continue developing your teaching skills and make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the College.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of highly respected, friendly and supportive colleagues and work in a thriving and forward-thinking school, situated in a beautiful part of rural East Devon. A new purpose built Design Technology building opened in 2015 and is a real asset to the College. The Design Technology area (picture below) is spacious, carefully maintained, well-resourced and supported. The rooms comprise workshop space, CAD/CAM area including laser cutter and 3D printer, heat treatment area, office/preparation area. The department is ably supported by a skilled technician. Design Technology is a popular subject choice for our students, results are good and we are ambitious for the future.
The successful candidate will:
• Promote Design at all levels through inspiring students to be actively interested in Design and Technology.
• Develop professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate and keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and in the curriculum area of Design and Technology.
• Encourage Design and Technology learning through extra-curricular activities.
• Maintain a high quality learning environment within the Design and Technology area and work closely with Technical support staff.
Potential candidates should outline their strengths and experiences in their application. The ability to teach GCSE / A Level Design Technology is essential. In addition, the potential to offer a second subject would be desirable.
In recent years, Honiton Community College has become a popular and successful school, with a flourishing Sixth Form, a much-improved academic record, exceptional extra-curricular richness and diversity, and it continues to raise its standards and outcomes. Our students are outstanding and they deserve outstanding teachers.
The college provides excellent opportunities for professional development.
An Enhanced DBS is a requirement of this post, as Honiton Community College is committed to safeguarding its students and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Honiton Community College is committed to safeguarding its students and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
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About Honiton Community College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
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- School size
- 731 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Honiton Community College website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- jbigmore@honitoncollege.devon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 07815 710659
Honiton Community College has become a popular and successful school, with flourishing Sixth Form, much-improved academic record, exceptional extra-curricular richness, diversity. Our students are outstanding, they deserve outstanding teachers. The provides excellent opportunities for professional development.
Arranging a visit to Honiton Community College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jbigmore@honitoncollege.devon.sch.uk.
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