Head of Engineering
UTC Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- M4 to M6 with TLR (£36,051 to £41,333 plus TLR 2b £5,028)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 18 April 2024
Job overview
UTC Oxfordshire is seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Head of Engineering to lead the department and ensure progress and success. The successful candidate will be someone with an engineering background and the necessary skill set to drive standards to excellence and the ability to make real impact on the lives and opportunities of young people.
Our most recent OFSTED inspection (December 2023) saw the school judged as ‘Good’ which goes to prove our success in providing quality education.
At UTC Oxfordshire we pride ourselves on our strong team; we have high staff retention which we believe is due to the unique curriculum, a strong and supportive team who are passionate about providing the best opportunities to our young people, alongside excellent training and flexible work opportunities.
As a growing school we are keen to hear from those with experience to add value to our current structure.
We can offer:
- An exciting opportunity to work as a growing and supportive team
- An environment where the focus is upon high quality teaching and employment outcomes
- A unique curriculum with outstanding facilities and cutting edge ICT and technology to support learning.
- An opportunity to develop your teaching career
- A commitment to professional development
- Focused teaching – only KS4 and KS5
- Fully supported laptop provided with latest software to simplify your workload.
You can find out more about Engineering at UTC Oxfordshire here: UTC Oxfordshire Engineering
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for UTC Oxfordshire, then please complete an application together with a supporting letter and return to hr@utcoxfordshire.org.uk
Application Closing Date: 9am, Thursday 18th April 2024
Interviews: Thursday 25th April 2024
This role is not suitable for NQTs and applicants must hold QTS
We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022’.
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About UTC Oxfordshire
UTC Oxfordshire is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form, serving students from the age of 14-19. Situated in Harwell near Didcot the UTC has a maximum capacity of 600 students. It is part of the Active Learning Education Trust and works with industry partners: BMW Mini, UK Atomic Energy Authority, Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), RM Education, Reaction Engines and Bloodhound SSC and Academic Partners: Oxford Brookes University, Royal Holloway (University of London) and Reading University.
UTC Oxfordshire opened in 2015 and allows for students to specialise in either science or engineering.
Executive Principal
Sam Knowlton
Values and vision
UTC Oxfordshire’s vision is to provide science and engineering excellence for all students, offering a wide range of opportunities and vocational experience to allow them to succeed. UTC Oxfordshire's focus is to nurture mature, professional, talented, confident and successful students who grow into confident learners, equipped with knowledge, skills and a good attitude. UTC Oxfordshire works to employ passionate staff who have relevant knowledge and experience of industry to help engage pupils and make learning enjoyable. Work placements are encouraged; students make the most of the school’s strong industry links, preparing them for their future career. Strong working partnerships between parents and school, the school and industry are at the heart of driving academic progress in our students. Furthermore, the student’s wellbeing and personal development are supported through a strong pastoral care system and dedicated pastoral team.
Ofsted
The Ofsted report for UTC Oxfordshire is available on this site: www.utcoxfordshire.org.uk/ofsted-report
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