Teacher of Design Technology (maternity cover) - Brighton

Teacher of Design Technology (maternity cover) / Brighton / February 2025 / MPS/UPS

We seek to appoint an engaging and inspirational teacher, with an ambition to achieve the very best possible outcomes for students in Design Technology. This role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to teach Design Technology, as well as potentially some Food & Nutrition. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly effective and collegiate department, and to teach in a school where teachers are supported and encouraged to thrive and develop. This is a superb place to work.

This is an ambitious school, where they believe that every child can succeed. If you are a great classroom teacher, a self-reflective practitioner, a highly effective communicator and have the ambition to develop your career, then please apply to join in creating an 'ethic of excellence' for all our students.

This school is a 'good' school, with 'outstanding' behaviour and safety. The school achieves positive value-added in our exam results, stretches our most able, and supports our most vulnerable. They innovate in the classroom, placing huge value on teacher-led action research and professional development. They work in partnership with schools locally and nationally and believe in collaboration and school-led improvement.

The recent Ofsted report stated that:
"They are polite, friendly and welcoming to visitors. They feel safe and know who to turn to if they have a concern for themselves or for someone else."
'The governing body actively support the school's ethos of inclusivity and diversity.'
'Pupils enjoy their lessons.' ' teachers know their pupils well.'
'Leaders have designed a curriculum that is rich and challenging for all.'
'Teachers have strong subject knowledge, and this is evidenced through their strong exposition in the classroom.'
'The curriculum includes a focus on enrichment and extracurricular activities to inspire and enthuse pupils.' 'Pupils appreciate the many opportunities to develop their interests and talents.'
'Leaders, staff and pupils create a positive environment in which bullying is not tolerated.' 'Behaviour is well managed.'
'Leaders ensure that there is a strong culture of safeguarding at the school.'
'Leaders share an aspiring vision for ensuring that all pupils experience a high-quality education. This is demonstrated through strong shared values, policies and practice.'
'Staff say that leaders are supportive and mindful of their well-being.'

If you would like to join, and feel you could thrive in a collegiate and positive atmosphere, then please read the accompanying person specification and job description and consider if you possess:

• Excellent subject knowledge
• A track record of positive impact upon student outcomes
• Knowledge and experience of effective teaching of Design Technology
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and resilience
• High expectations of all students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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