Deputy Faculty Leader / Head of Design Technology (Resistant Materials)

Deputy Faculty Leader / Head of Design Technology (Resistant Materials)

Required for 1st September 2022

Full Time MPS/UPS - TLR2B - £4,782 

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head of Design Technology with a specialism in Resistant Materials. The appointed person would also form part of the Technology Faculty Leadership team, by fulfilling the role of Deputy Faculty Leader for Technology.  

This is a fantastic opportunity for existing Heads of Design Technology or an exceptional teacher of Resistant Materials to further their experience by contributing to the leadership of our large ‘Technology Faculty’.  As the existing Head of Faculty has an additional Trust wide role, we are looking for an individual who would be able to confidently lead the faculty whilst they are fulfilling trust-wide responsibilities.  

Tupton Hall School is part of Redhill Academy Trust.  The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.  The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Not only are we are looking for an exceptional teacher, but we are also looking for a teacher who could contribute to our emerging programme of vocational qualifications.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to consistently model best practice teaching and share this expertise with colleagues.

• Want to work with children of all abilities and be driven to meet their needs through strong teaching and a visionary curriculum offer.

• Be a committed, caring and compassionate individual capable of building strong relationships with students and staff

• Have experience of teaching GCSE and A Level teaching.  

• Have experience of teaching or an understanding of BTEC and other vocational related qualifications.

We offer:

• A shared moral commitment to secure the best outcomes for all students

• An opportunity to work with talented and committed staff

• Support from a forward thinking and dynamic team of leaders across the school

• A wonderfully diverse range of students who are keen to learn and participate in the life of the school

• A committed Governing Body and supportive parents

For further details about the school please contact Mrs A Neville, Senior Assistant Headteacher on 01246 863127 or by email at a.neville@tuptonhall.org.uk

We have exceptional Technology facilities, therefore school viewings are very welcome. To arrange a school viewing, or ask any faculty related questions, please email  c.dixon@tuptonhall.org.uk

Application forms can be downloaded from our academy’s website or by contacting Mrs Featherstone (Personnel Officer) enquiries@tuptonhall.derbyshire.sch.uk

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date: Midday,  Friday 20th May 2022

Interviews: Wednesday 25th May 2022