Teacher of Design and Technology

Giggleswick School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Design and Technology.

The role would suit a graduate or newly qualified teacher. They will have a passion to deliver first class teaching which will ensure all pupils make excellent progress, and in return will be supported to progress through the early stages of their teaching career within an independent boarding and day school.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who can bring energy, excitement, and innovation to the classroom. The role will also offer an opportunity for the candidate to develop their skills in other areas of the department depending on their skills and previous experience.

Any prospective candidate must show an active commitment to the values and expectations of our boarding community and to the welfare of the pupils within it. Enthusiasm to assist in a strong co-curriculum is an important quality of all who work at Giggleswick.

THE ROLE

Teaching duties

• All members of staff are expected to attend, as required, regular staff meetings, INSET, parents’ conferences and the monthly tutor meetings that are held to discuss pupil progress
• The school day begins with a regular pattern of Assemblies, Chapel and Tutor/Form periods which teachers attend. Teachers are also invited to support students at major school functions such as drama productions, the Spring Concert or Sports Day
• Teachers make a significant contribution to the coaching of games or sport; the Friday afternoon academic enrichment programme; the Outdoor Pursuits programme; and the Combined Cadet Force. This can include coaching, supervising, leading or training pupils on 3 or 4 afternoons each week, depending on academic teaching commitments.

Pastoral duties

• The School has a strong personal tutorial system and teachers provide additional pastoral care and academic advice and support for up to 8 tutees

• Teachers are expected to support all aspects of the boarding life of the school. This can include making a contribution to the weekend activity programme for boarders on Saturday evenings or Sundays; supervising events or activities; attending Sunday Chapel services; by organising and leading trips; or sharing a pastime

Other duties

• Teachers are assigned to a duty team which supervises school duties such as meals and weekend duties (e.g. detention) approximately every six weeks

• Once a year, teachers take part in an Exeat duty team to provide cover for the boarders who remain at School

• All teaching staff are expected to follow the Staff Code of Conduct and to follow the guidance laid out in the staff handbook

THE PERSON

Education & qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status, NQT or Degree in a design related subject

Knowledge & experience

·                    Experience of working with children and young people

·                    A secure knowledge of your subject

Skills

·                    Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop positive relationships with young people

·                    Have strong organisational and IT skills

·                    Able to engage pupils in learning through active teaching strategies

·                    Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing

·                    Able to demonstrate effective planning and teaching skills

·                    Able to present confidently to a large group of students

Personal qualities

·                    Commitment to and flexible with the demands of the role

·                    Demonstrates fairness and consistency in all dealings with pupils

·                    Energy and enthusiasm

·                    Able to demonstrate the positive values, attitudes and behaviour we expect from our pupils

·                    Reliability and integrity

·                    Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school

·                    A commitment to personal professional development and taking responsibility for it

·                    A positive motivation to work with children and young people

·                    Emotional resilience

Health & Safety

You have a legal duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others and you are expected to be familiar with, and adhere to Giggleswick School’s Health and Safety Policy

Child protection

Giggleswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be expected to support this approach in the context of your role and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Safeguarding policies and procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out your duties you become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare or children in the school s/he must report any concerns to the school’s child protection officer or to the Headmaster.

School values

Ensure your work, communication and approach conforms to the brand values and style of the School. Keep up to date, and comply with the Giggleswick School’s Rules, Policies and Procedures at all times, as detailed in the School handbook.