Teacher of Design Technology Selston High School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Job description
Salary: Qualified Teacher: Main/Upper Pay Scale £24,373 to £40,688 per annum
Unqualified Teacher: Unqualified Scale £17,681 to £27,964 per annum
Hours: 0.8 FTE, consideration for 1 FTE is available for the right candidate
Contract term: Permanent
Start date: January 2020
The school
Our aim at Selston High School is to inspire every member of the school community to achieve their full potential and enjoy their time with us. As a caring community school we recognise the importance of our values which include respect for all, trust, pride, recognition and celebration of success.
The role
Selston High School are looking to appoint an inspirational Teacher to join a committed and hardworking team, teaching Design technology to KS3 within our ‘good’ school. As the Teacher of Design Technology you will have the opportunity of delivering Design Technology alongside a brand new course, in WJEC Constructing the Build Environment.
We welcome applications from both qualified and unqualified Teachers. This role would suit a Teacher of Design and Technology who is willing to train and deliver the construction course alongside the existing Design Technology Teacher.
The person
The ideal candidate for this role will have background in Design Technology. They will have a genuine desire to help and support our young people throughout this course. You will be enthusiastic and self-motivated with a passion for teaching and learning.
The school encourages visits and will invite any candidate to contact them for further information regarding this role.
Why join us
Our academy is part of The Two Counties Trust. The Trust has a forward-thinking HR strategy with all the professional benefits that this brings for our staff. We make a significant investment in all of our employees to ensure we can recruit and retain the most talented people.
We offer:
Highly competitive pay and pay progression opportunities. Our salaries for leadership and teachers on the Upper Pay Scale and in receipt of a TLR are above national pay scales and our minimum hourly rate for support staff is £9.00.
Free car parking.
An increasing array of employee benefits and lifestyle options including discounted healthcare, gym membership and extensive high street retail discounts.
The ability to request flexible working.
Entry to a career average pension scheme.
A full induction and a strong commitment to your professional development.
Opportunities to experience and share practice in our partner schools across the Trust.
A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment with a dedicated team of like-minded professionals.
Excellent opportunities to develop your skills and to progress your career.
The closing date for applications is: Monday 16 December 2019
Interviews will be held on: Date to be confirmed after the closing date
We are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people. Any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure, receipt of references and successful completion of vetting procedures.
We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and candidates who meet the minimum job criteria will be given an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at interview.
Essential educational requirements
Degree in a relevant subject.
Essential qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status or completion of training programme.
Essential skills and experience
Relevant teaching experience in secondary education, either through a training programme or current post.
Experience of using data to inform planning, target setting and to secure improvements.
Experience of successfully implementing successful teaching and learning strategies.
Excellent subject knowledge with a passion for the subject area.
Knowledge of the National Curriculum including latest developments, initiatives and current issues.
Knowledge of effective assessment strategies.
Clear understanding of successful strategies for raising achievement.
Good knowledge of pedagogy, how students learn and teaching styles.
Understanding and commitment to social inclusion.
About Selston High School
Selston High School, part of The Two Counties Trust
- Address
- Chapel Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG16 6BW
- Phase
- Secondary
- Type
- Academy
- Website
- Selston High School website (opens in a new window)