Head of Design and Technology
Westleigh High School
Wigan
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- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS + TLR 1B
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2018
- Apply by:
- 17 October 2017
Job overview
Head of Design and Technology
Salary: MPS +TLR 1B
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: January 2018
Application deadline: Wednesday 18 October 2017 (by 12 noon)
Interview Date: Friday 20 October 2017
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, motivational and ambitious Head of Design and Technology with a strong proven track record of driving subject improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and creative leader to play a crucial role in moving the school towards outstanding.
The successful candidate will need to have the ability and aspirations to rapidly improve the progress of our students. In addition the ability to think creatively, be proactive and bring with you a laser sharp focus on standards are all essential requirements. We are looking for exceptional candidates who have an ambition to make a difference. You will be joining the school at an exciting time in its growth and evolution and will have the opportunity to shape the way we move forward. If you feel you have the skills and drive to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Westleigh High School is a highly successful, co-educational 11-16 comprehensive school. It has an excellent reputation for achievement and is at the heart of community developments.
“The new leadership team’s plans to improve the school are clearly thought out, sharp and robust. Leaders demonstrate clear capacity to take the school forward.”
“There are strong relationships between pupils and staff. Most pupils want to do well for themselves and their teachers. A renewed approach to teaching, learning and assessment provides a strong foundation for pupils to ‘Aspire and Achieve Together.’
“The Headteacher is relentless in his drive to ensure that only the best standards of behaviour are acceptable in the school.” Ofsted – December 2016
Visits to the school are actively encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Mrs P Lennon, PA to the Headteacher, at enquiries@admin.westleigh.wigan.sch.uk or by telephoning 01942 202580.
Further details and application forms are available from the school website www.westleighhigh.co.uk or by contacting the school. Completed applications are returnable to the Headteacher: Mr Carlton Bramwell, Westleigh High School, Westleigh Lane, Leigh, WN7 5NL.
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About Westleigh High School
Westleigh High is a co-educational secondary school of around 853 students aged 11-16. Our school is committed to achieving excellence; through sustained action and dynamic improvement, we are well on the way to making this vision a reality. Teaching and learning is at the heart of everything we do, underpinned by a mastery curriculum, strong sense of discipline and high aspirations. Staff are ambitious and united in their desire to play an integral role in Westleigh’s success. For any teachers considering joining our school, there has never been a better time to be on board. The school is experiencing a significant period of change, with an improved learning environment and investment in facilities. Committed to CPD, Westleigh High’s workforce is more skilled than ever before.
Located in Leigh, near Wigan, the area has a proud industrial history and strong working class values. Our ethos is to ‘aspire and achieve together’ which encapsulates the values shared by the school and the community within which it resides. Now designated an area of Greater Manchester and with easy access to Liverpool, Leigh has the advantage of proximity to the vibrant, cultural heritage of both great cities.
Westleigh High has vision - “The new leadership team’s plans to improve the school are clearly thought out, sharp and robust. Leaders demonstrate clear capacity to take the school forward.” Ofsted – December 2016
Westleigh High has heart - “There are strong relationships between pupils and staff. Most pupils want to do well for themselves and their teachers. A renewed approach to teaching, learning and assessment provides a strong foundation for pupils to ‘Aspire and Achieve Together.’” Ofsted – December 2016
Westleigh High has strength - “The Headteacher is relentless in his drive to ensure that only the best standards of behaviour are acceptable in the school.” Ofsted – December 2016
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