Teacher in Design Technology - Full-time/Part-time

Herne Bay High School, Herne Bay

Ref:KCC886-5448-219T
Posted:20/05/2019
Pay:MPS/UPS Sept19/Jan 20 Start
Start Date:Sep 2019
App Close Date:14/06/2019 at 15:00
Interviews:TBC

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Role: Teacher in Technology

If you would like to know more about us then please contact the school at k.eagle@hernebayhigh.org for a personal visit and to meet the department

For the right candidate we can support all forms of flexible working from NQT to those with lots of experience.

We can support a September 2019 or January 2020 start

Details about the post

Design and Technology is taught on a half yearly rotation with Food Technology during year 7 and 8. Students follow a forward thinking curriculum that develops their understanding of key knowledge alongside practical skills. In year 9, students can choose to continue with the subject area and complete an introductory unit in preparation for further study at KS4. We currently offer OCR Design and Technology, WJEC Engineering and WJEC Hospitality and Catering at KS4. The popularity of the area has been steadily increasing with a pleasing number of students choosing this as an option from year 9 onwards. The department is well resourced in terms of curriculum time and latest equipment in order to deliver a cutting-edge curriculum. There are 2 workshops with traditional machinery, 1 computer room with a bank of 25 computers, 2 theory-based rooms and 1 CAD/CAM room which is resourced with a laser cutter, vinyl cutter, 20 computers with access to SolidWorks and 2D Design, five 3D Printers, CNC Router and milling machine.

We are looking for someone who wants to contribute to designing an engaging and exciting Design and Technology curriculum. The ability to deliver engineering, polymers, metals and timbers will be advantageous.

The successful applicant will be joining a highly supportive and collaborative department. We welcome applications from NQTs or from more experienced teachers who are looking to further develop their career.

Applications considered upon receipt. Interview date to be confirmed.

To apply, please submit a completed application form to Mrs K Eagle, k.eagle@hernebayhigh.org

Please do not apply for this position unless you are as committed to safeguarding, the prevention of extremism and radicalisation; and promoting the welfare of children as we are at Herne Bay High School. Applicants must be willing to undergo comprehensive child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Information about the school

Herne Bay High School is a large hugely successful Single Academy Trust that serves the Herne Bay coastal area of North Kent. We have a comprehensive intake and are significantly oversubscribed in all year groups and in June 2022 Ofsted rated the school good with an Outstanding 6th form provision. Whilst academic rigour and examination success is at the forefront of our development, we passionately believe that a broad, balanced approach to education is important and as such we place great emphasis on the Creative and Performing Arts, Technology, and Sport as a key part of a young person’s early educational journey. Herne Bay High School is also a champion of collaborative practice, with current memberships to the East Kent Learning Alliance (EKLA), East Kent Schools Together Network (EKST), and the Coastal Alliance Co-Operative Trust (CACOT). Due to continual growth, we are looking to recruit a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated leader, who can contribute to the continued development of the school. All staff joining HBHS will benefit from • High quality personalised professional development • Fantastic career opportunities • Full programme of induction and support • Being part of a school that values it employees • Complimentary Benenden Health Care

Job Contact Information

Name:Kellyanne Eagle
Address:Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7NS
Telephone: (01227) 361221
Email: k.eagle@hernebayhigh.org

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