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Second in Design Technology

Second in Design Technology

Matthew Moss High School

Rochdale

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
April or September 2017
Apply by:
7 December 2016

Job overview

Second in Design Technology 

Reference: S/4088/127

MPS/UPS +TLR 2b 

Start date: Flexible either April or September 2017   

This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious, inspirational and well qualified teacher of Technology to join a school internationally acclaimed for the quality of its innovative practice.    

Matthew Moss High School is the only UK school appearing in the Innovation Units influential publication “10 schools for the 21st Century” and one of only five UK schools to be designated by the Ashoka organisation as a Changemaker school.

The school receives visitors from the UK, Scandinavia, India and Australia who come to learn and share practice and we have strong links with the University of Bristol.

The culture of the school is one of high standards achieved within a context of positive, respectful and friendly relationships between all members of the community. Thoughtful, effective and satisfying hard work goes hand in hand with enjoyment and having fun at Matthew Moss.  

Learning is extremely well-resourced within a very high quality environment, the site having been extensively remodeled during recent years. ICT provision, especially with regard to the employment of hand-held devices for both learners and staff, is particularly impressive. The 4D immersive learning space within the school remains the largest installation of such technology in the UK.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher with the ability to lead a motivated team to challenge and engage learners through a passion for Design Technology. You will be visionary in your approach to delivering a Design Technology Curriculum which compliments our schools ethos. If you would like the opportunity to work in a school where learning beyond the classroom is paramount and you have the vision and drive to join our successful team, we would like to hear from you.    

Further information and an application form can be found on the school website www.mmhs.co.uk. To arrange a visit, please contact Joanne Clarkson on 01706 632910.       

To apply please complete the application form and submit it with a supporting letter (2 sides A4) to the Headteacher describing how project-based learning with real-world exhibition can create high standards in Technology.  

Applications should be submitted to recruitment@mmhs.co.uk  

The closing date for applications is 9am on Wednesday 7th December. 

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 13th December.   Headteacher: Mr Mark Moorhouse   

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS and background check.

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About Matthew Moss High School

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Matthew Moss High School is a mainstream, co-educational, non-denominational, community secondary school for children aged 11-16. It is situated in Rochdale, Lancashire, and there are 780 pupils on its roll.

The school boasts excellent facilities, including a 4D Learning Environment (the largest in the UK), a 3G astroturf pitch and a state-of-the-art Bouldering Room. All new pupils are allocated a tutor group, where they will be among peers from different year groups. The school believes this mix of ages helps children to integrate and to build confidence.

Headteacher

Mr Chris Jennings

Values and vision

Matthew Moss High School’s mission is to empower young people to develop a love of learning, in order to help them gain satisfaction from education and to hone skills that are of significant value to others. It believes that the desire to learn is universal and that with hard work anything can be achieved.

Teachers operate under a strategy of individual care, developing their knowledge base and skills with “adult-to-adult discourse”, which aims to challenge and critique.

Ofsted report

“The headteacher is ambitious and tenacious in his drive to improve the school further. He is well supported by the whole school community. Leaders and managers have an honest understanding of the school’s strengths and weaknesses. The quality of teaching continues to improve and this is having a positive impact on pupils’ progress. Pupils who speak English as an additional language attain well in comparison to their peers nationally. Pupils feel safe and enjoy coming to school. The school is harmonious. Diversity is promoted and celebrated.”

View Matthew Moss High School’s Ofsted report

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