Subject Leader of Design and Technology

ASCAT; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution in Hemel Hempstead as a Teacher of Design and Technology. In this vital role, you will inspire students of all ages by imparting essential skills in a safe and engaging environment. The school offers a supportive atmosphere with professional development opportunities, allowing you to make a significant impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about education and committed to fostering a love for Design and Technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Potential Recruitment Allowance

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Experience in delivering Design and Technology lessons.

Responsibilities

• Teach students the importance of safety in workshops and food preparation.
• Deliver engaging lessons that promote a love for Design and Technology.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Understanding

Engagement Techniques

Workshop Safety

Extra-Curricular Commitment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant Specialist Qualifications

Job description

Are you an inspirational, experienced and dynamic Teacher of Design and Technology, who is seeking a new challenge? If so, you could be the right fit to join our teaching team in Hemel Hempstead.

Overview of the role

You’ll be responsible for teaching students from various ages and abilities the importance of working safely in the workshops and food preparation areas.

The right candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification
• Relevant specialist qualifications and experience (e.g DATA accreditations)
• Ability to deliver engaging Design and Technology lessons and promote a love for a range of working methods and machinery
• Understanding of curriculum and assessment requirements for Design and Technology
• Enthusiasm and commitment to extra-curricular Design and Technology activities for the enrichment of learners and the wider school community

Why John F Kennedy Catholic School?

You’ll be offered professional development opportunities and guidance from the senior leadership team. You’ll be joining a friendly team where commitment to raising standards in education for our students is vital. If you are a passionate and dedicated Design and Technology Teacher looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students, we encourage you to apply.

There may be a recruitment allowance available for a suitable candidate.

All Saints Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two satisfactory references must be provided, and any other safeguarding checks that are required at the time of appointment will be applied to the pre-employment process. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to safeguarding checks being met successfully. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment should it deem pre-employment checks as unsatisfactory.

Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the Trust/School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in the latest version of KCSiE.

By signing the application form I understand that I am giving my consent for the Trust/School to carry out an online search if I am shortlisted for this post. The search would be part of the Trust/School's due diligence in line with the latest KCSIE guidance and would be limited to identifying any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. I understand that the Trust/School might want to explore any such incidents or issues with me at interview.