Lead Teacher of Design and Technology

We are looking for an experienced teacher to join our school as a Lead Teacher of Design and Technology on a full time, permanent basis from September 2024. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting our teaching and learning team, alongside the Assistant Principal for Classroom Practice, to build and realise the shared vision of excellence and high standards for all students. This would include developing the pedagogy within the department, delivering CPD, and increasing the enrichment opportunities we offer to the students. They would work with Trust wide lead practitioners to continue to improve the outcomes of the department and train and support new teachers looking to start their teaching journeys. Other responsibilities include supporting the leadership of the Design and Technology department by being accountable for the teaching and learning across a variety of specialisms (Food Technology, Textiles, Product Design and Construction at KS4). 

We are looking to grow our Design & Technology department by increasing our KS3 curriculum hours to allow all our students full access to all specialisms, taught in subject specialist rooms by specialist teachers. At KS4 our most popular options include Hospitality & Catering, Product Design and Construction, and we aim to be able to offer these subjects to more students by expanding the department. 

Ormiston Horizon Academy is a special place for our students, staff, and wider community. We continuously strive to provide the highest possible quality of education for the young people we work with. Our students are an exceptional group of talented individuals who thrive on the range of experiences that they are offered at OHA. We firmly believe the relationships between teachers, students and parents/carers are key to the success of the academy. 

Our core values of: Respect, Resilience and Responsibility permeate around our academy and our wider school community. We are proud of our students and our students are proud of their school.

Why join Ormiston Horizon Academy? 

• Recently OFSTED rated GOOD. 

• Experienced DT Team currently consisting of 5, including 3 teachers and two technicians.

• Excellent facilities across our DT, Textiles, Construction and Food Tech Rooms. 

• An inclusive and supportive environment.

• Ample on-site parking.

• On site gym. 

• Well-being Wednesdays: An early finish on the last Wednesday of each term.

We endeavour to give students as many opportunities and experiences as we can and would like to use this role to develop students encounters with professionals, workplaces, and opportunities. 

If you are a dedicated teacher who shares our values, we would love to hear from you! 

Informal visits and conversations about the post are most welcome. For more information and to apply, please contact Hayley McDonagh on the below details:

T: 07936 047 096

E: Hayley.McDonagh@hays.com

Closing Date: 9:00am Friday 5th April 2024

Interview Date: TBC

Early enquiries and applications are encouraged as we may interview suitable candidates sooner.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.