Subject Lead of Design & Technology

The main teaching role will be to teach Design and Technology up to A Level, and to lead the development of the school’s Greenpower F24 and F24+ teams.

He/she will manage the Design and Technology curriculum, share in the School’s aims and ambitions, and make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the School.

Specific Responsibilities

Departmental planning

• Ensure that the Design and Technology curriculum fully meets the needs of all students and that it is effectively delivered in all respects.
• Develop appropriate specifications, resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in line with the overall School’s development plan.
• Present information and evaluation reports to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Arrange and promote activities across the department to foster personal development, commitment and enthusiasm in students
• Collaborate and contribute positively to School and departmental initiatives, implementing new ideas and working as a team member to ensure a high quality of teaching and learning.
• Lead the development of the school’s Greenpower F24 and F24+ teams.

Teaching, assessment and reporting

• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons in line with the departmental scheme of work and external examination specifications.
• Set and instil high expectations across the subject at all levels.
• Assess, record and report on pupil attainment, learning and progress, working to Departmental deadlines. Keeping a record of marks and assessments and using this information to inform teaching and learning, adapting methods as required to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils.
• Set and mark classwork and homework regularly in accordance with Departmental and School policies.
• Support the invigilation, supervision, marking and moderation of examinations and coursework or controlled assessment as required.
• Prepare for and attend Parents’ Evenings and other parent-teacher events as required, maintaining constructive and developmental dialogue with pupils and families.
• Provide guidance and advice to pupils regarding GCSE, A Level, Higher Education and career choices as appropriate.

Professional development

• Keep abreast of developments nationally in your subject area.
• Participate as required in the School’s appraisal system.
• Regularly review your methods of teaching and programmes of work.
• Engage in professional development by attending relevant courses and meetings as agreed with your Head of Department.

General responsibilities

• Maintain good order and discipline among pupils and safeguard their health and safety both at School and on organised events outside school.
• Maintain appropriate records and provide relevant, accurate and up to date information for registers and information management systems.
• Support and contribute to wider extra-curricular activities in the School.
• Be a reliable and committed form tutor, forming part of one of our Key Stage teams.
• Carry out cover and duties in accordance with published rotas.
• Attend staff meetings relevant to the curriculum, administration or organisation of the School, including pastoral arrangements, making a full contribution as required.
• Attend and participate in, as required, general School functions, assemblies, meetings, social and cultural events, including those held out of school hours during term time.
• Liaise and promote positive relationships with parents/carers and outside agencies regarding pupil progress and welfare issues.
• Promote the general progress and wellbeing of individual pupils and of any class or group assigned to you, including the monitoring of the personal and social needs of pupils and taking action where required.
• Assist in the promotion of the School’s reputation and in marketing activities, including attendance at open events.
• Participating in administrative and organisational tasks related to duties as described above, including the management or supervision of persons providing support for the teachers in School.
• Carry out any additional task reasonably requested by the Head or Assistant Heads.

OUR ETHOS

Our ethos at Derby Grammar School is one of "Excellence, Encouragement and Enrichment".

We employ outstandingly talented teaching staff who can ‘bring education to life’ for all pupils. They offer knowledge, experience and enthusiasm in abundance which stimulates a desire to learn. Our stunning Georgian buildings are advantageously fitted with modern learning facilities and specialist equipment, adding to the exclusivity of our academic offering.

Our small community is one of our biggest strengths as it allows all teachers to get to know pupils individually. We are proud of our fantastically flexible yet robust pastoral support system which is able to accommodate the needs and demands of each and every child who comes into our care. We empower pupils and having a supportive environment is central to achieving this. 

One of the many reasons why Derby Grammar School is so special is our ability to offer exclusive opportunities that serve to enhance pupils’ learning experience. We have partnerships with Hot House Music, London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA), Derbyshire Institute of Sport, the Gedeli B School in Tanzania among others. School life is wide-ranging and fun, with endless possibilities to explore new talents.

Derby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the Disclosure and Barring Service(“DBS”) filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants, including social media accounts, as part of their application.

Prior to employment commencing, successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. 

Successful applicants will also be required to produce evidence of qualifications, identity, and the right to work in the UK. Two references will be taken up, one of which will be with the most recent employer. They will also be required to complete our Health Questionnaire. 

All those working at Derby Grammar School share in our responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children and young people in our care.