Design and Technology Teacher

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title:        Design and Technology Teacher

Salary:      Up to £41,000 per annum

Location:       Lamledge School, Shifnal, Shropshire

Hours:            40 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Contract:       Permanent; Term Time         

• Are you a dedicated and innovative Design Technology Teacher?
• Are you ready to shape young minds and unleash creativity?
• Do you have the ability to change an “I cant” attitude to an “ I can”?

If so then you are the person we are looking for!

A little about us:

At Lamledge School, we believe in empowering pupils through hands-on learning experiences. Our commitment to excellence extends to our Design Technology department, where we strive to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and a love for innovation.

Lamledge School provides specialist education to pupils with social, emotional and behaviour difficulties. We are within a commutable distance of Telford, Dudley, Stourbridge, Shrewsbury, Stone, Walsall, Wolverhampton and surrounding towns. We are looking to expand our staff team and we hope that we can find the perfect person to join the Lamledge team.

The ideal teacher:

We are looking for a creative, active and open-minded Design and Technology Teacher to join our family feel team. You must have a keen interest in encouraging and inspiring even the most challenging of minds and behaviours. We are looking for Teachers, who want to get involved and have their ideas heard. You must be resilient, caring and adaptable. As a part of your role as a qualified Design and Technology Teacher, it is desirable that you have a skills to offer Construction at Key Stages 4 and 5.

Job Role:

• To secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improve standards of learning and achievement for all pupils in consultation with the Headteacher
• In consultation with the Headteacher, undertake other identified areas of responsibility as necessary to ensure effective delivery of the school’s curriculum
• Guide pupils through hands-on projects, encouraging creativity and problem-solving.
• Instruct pupils in the use of design tools, software, and technology equipment.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive classroom environment.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and integrate the latest advancements into your teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary learning experiences.

Essential Criteria

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent 
• Equivalent to A Level in a Technology subject
• Commitment to continued personal and professional development.
• To be able to teach engaging Design and Technology lessons using you own initiative whilst having an excellent knowledge of the national curriculum.
• Maintain effective behaviour management.

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. Subject to Terms and Conditions