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Teacher of Design & Technology - Resistant Materials or Engineering

Teacher of Design & Technology - Resistant Materials or Engineering

The Ferrers School

The Ferrers School

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Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
27 November 2019

Job overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, inspirational and highly motivated professional to play a key part in one of our creative subjects.  The successful candidate would join our Design Department and work with the team to drive up standards.  An ability to teach Resistant Materials or Engineering is essential and the ability to teach Art is desirable.

We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic teacher who can work with us as we strive to bring about rapid improvement to secure better progress for our learners.

The successful candidate will be a highly committed team player, with a true passion for Design and Technology and an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students. They will play a part in promoting the subject throughout the school 

We are looking for someone who understands the value of high-quality assessment and uses this to drive planning and progress.  The successful candidate will be expected to draw upon the latest resources and teaching methods in delivering Design and Technology across the ability range at KS3 and KS4.  Some KS5 teaching may be available depending on experience and specialism. 

We would welcome applications from any teacher who is keen to immerse themselves in a hardworking, supportive, forward looking department. 

We welcome applications from NQTs and we run a highly supportive and successful NQT programme. We also have a strong track record of leadership development and succession planning for an ambitious candidate who is keen to progress to leadership in the future. 

The Ferrers School is part of the successful and expanding Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust, a group of primary and secondary schools located between Stamford and Cambridge along the A1 - A14 corridor.  All the schools are growing and there is a need to develop capacity, expertise and excellence in our staff body.

The Ferrers School offers opportunities to become part of a team of staff who are making a real difference to the students they teach. CMAT, which was ranked 5th across all Multi Academy Trusts nationally in 2017 in terms of student progress, is a success story that continues to grow.

CMAT is also driven by our ability to adapt to the changing educational landscape led by determined staff who bring our academies alive with their enthusiastic personalities, unshakable work ethic and their commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences for our children. What makes The Ferrers School, and the Trust as a whole, different is that we know how to nurture and bring out the very best in our talented staff. 

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact us prior to applying and arrange a visit to find    out more about our school. Please contact Alison Davies to make an appointment on 01933 313411 or mail@theferrers.org

Details of the post and an application form can be found on our website:www.theferrers.org

Closing date:   9.00am Wednesday 27th November 2019

Interview date:  Wednesday 3rd December  2019

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.  Early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. 

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About The Ferrers School

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  • The Ferrers School
  • Queensway, Higham Ferrers, Rushden
  • Northamptonshire
  • NN10 8LF
  • United Kingdom
+44 1933 313411

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The Ferrers School is a mainstream secondary academy for children aged 11-18. It is situated in Higham Ferrers, Northamptonshire, and there are just under 1,000 pupils on its roll.

We care passionately about our staff, their well-being and their professional development and this is reflected in the fact that we are an enthusiastic team, committed to working collaboratively and sharing the very best practice.  We are seeking ambitious candidates who are keen to develop further and, as such, are committed to providing excellent CPD for the development of staff.  We are striving for the very best for our students and we are focussed on and passionate about learning.

This is an exciting time to be joining  the the school.  We have secured improving  outcomes over the last 3 years which were validated in our recent Ofsted report (July 2021) where The Ferrers School was found to be Good in all areas. These five areas are: ‘The Quality of Education’, ‘Behaviour and Attitudes’, ‘Personal Development’, ‘Leadership and Management’, and ‘Sixth Form Provision’.

Principal

Angela Smith

The Ferrers School is part of the Meridian Trust, a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 28 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

Values and vision

The Ferrers School motto is “Aspire, Achieve, Acclaim” and it is on these three values that its ethos is based. The school strives to instil the highest aspirations in each individual pupil and to help them gain confidence in themselves and their abilities. Teachers believe that all children can achieve their very best with the help and guidance of the school. Pupils are encourage to celebrate their achievements and those of their peers.

The secondary school hopes to send its pupils into the world as well-rounded individuals who are aspirational and high-achieving. The Ferrers School places value on learning, respect, punctuality, aspiration, celebration and success.

Why teach at The Ferrers School?

The Ferrers School offers you:

We care passionately about our staff, their well-being and their professional development and this is reflected in the fact that we are an enthusiastic team, committed to working collaboratively and sharing the very best practice.

We can offer you:

· a dedicated Senior Leadership Team who want to see their staff progress and flourish in their career

· a post with the potential for future progression both within this role and the wider trust.  Support from the wider trust including numerous CPD opportunities.

· A full induction programme alongside weekly training sessions and staff meetings to ensure effective communication.

· a successful teaching school within the CMAT trust and with a strong track record of staff development

· Employee Assistance Programme to help support you in everyday life as well as career decisions

· a strong team environment that takes staff well-being seriously

· ample on-site car parking.

Ofsted report

“Leaders have high expectations and ambitions for the school and have created an environment where students achieve well. The school’s focus on students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is good and students are being well prepared for their futures and for life in modern Britain. Students behave well. They are smartly dressed and look after the school’s buildings and grounds. Attendance is above average.”

View The Ferrer School’s latest Ofsted report

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