Curriculum Area Leader - Technology
Ribblesdale High School
Lancashire
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS plus TLR 2.3 (£7,033.00)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2023 or as soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2023
Job overview
We are looking for a dynamic and talented practitioner, with a passion and flair for technology, to lead this successful and vibrant area of our school. The high calibre of candidate required for this post reflects our school’s continuing commitment to further developing this area of our provision. We want to receive applications from aspirational colleagues who possess excellent subject knowledge and have experience of successful leadership. If you have the skills and knowledge to create and foster an ambitious, innovative culture across the various disciplines of technology, we want to hear from you!
At KS3, our pupils study a range of subject specialisms to prepare them for the different pathways we offer at KS4: GCSE, NCFE and BTEC qualifications. The faculty is well resourced and comprises five subject specialists, including a Subject Lead for Hospitality and Catering, and two technicians. Significant investment has taken place over the past decade and the faculty boasts some of the best equipment of schools across the region. We have a number of 3D printers, 2 laser cutters, 2 fully equipped workshops, a food technology room and a newly refurbished graphics / food demonstration room. There are also plans to invest in a further workshop in the near future.
We are an outward looking faculty who seek to foster positive links within the local community and beyond. Faculty staff have a good relationship with the Child Computer Interaction department at UCLAN University with whom frequent collaboration takes place as part of our school's Enrichment programme. The Design Technology department has recently been awarded funding as part of the Royal Society's Partnership grant scheme to run a unique STEM based project with a local Engineering company.The department also received funding in 2021 affording pupils a range of opportunities including presenting at COP 26, taking part in the Royal Society Student conference, and contributing to the Royal Society Summer Science exhibition. At the exhibition, pupils were invited to attend a fully funded 3-day trip to London where they met with Royal Society fellows and also visited the Houses of Parliament, whilst also finding time to experience some of the other things that the capital has to offer!
Excellent outcomes and expanding numbers of pupils studying at KS4 make joining the team at this exciting time a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate. This role offers the successful applicant an opportunity to further develop an increasingly thriving area of the school as part of a cohesive, forward-thinking and ambitious team.
Please send in your application form and a supporting letter of no more than 3 sides of A4 (Arial 11) detailing the qualifications, skills and experience which equip you for this role to vacancies@ribblesdale.org no later than 9.00am on Monday 6th February 2023.
Full details of this position can be found on this dedicated link:
http://ribblesdale.org/working-ribblesdale
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 8th February 2023.
Interviews to be held on Wednesday 22nd February 2023.
About Ribblesdale High School
Ribblesdale High School is a co-educational secondary school based in Lancashire, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school founded in 1932.
The school is situated in the market town of Clitheroe, at the heart of the Ribble Valley.
Headteacher
Anne-Marie Horrocks
Values and vision
Ribblesdale High School has a long and distinguished tradition of meeting the needs of many young people who have grown up, lived in and appreciated the local area and contributed to its economy.
Independence is central to pupils’ experiences at the secondary school. Students are encouraged to be responsible in the community and in their learning.
Ribblesdale High School prides itself on what it considers to be excellent pastoral care and on challenging its students to perform. High aspirations for each pupil help to secure a culture of ambition and aspiration. Staff are expected to personalise learning to secure the best for each and every child.
Ofsted report
“Teaching is good. Teachers’ questioning is used well to push students to think hard and express themselves fully. This enhances their oral and communication skills. Students’ behaviour is good. They conduct themselves well in lessons and as they move around the school. Students’ attitudes to learning are positive. They work hard and follow instructions well. They enjoy their learning because activities capture their interest. Students’ attendance is above average and they are always punctual to school and lessons. They arrive to lessons well prepared for learning.”
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