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Teacher of Design & Technology

Teacher of Design & Technology

The Westgate School

Slough

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Salary:
Teacher pay scale fringe
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2021
Apply by:
24 May 2021

Job overview

Are you passionate about teaching Design and Technology? Do you want to work in a forward thinking and innovative school which values its staff highly and wants to do the very best for its learners? Then come and join us at The Westgate School!

We are currently seeking for a creative and inspiring Teacher of Design and Technology to join our successful academy.   We are keen to recruit an effective practitioner of Product Design/Resistant Materials/Graphics and are able to accommodate any discipline within Design & Technology.  This post is open to NQTs as well as more experienced colleagues.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about teaching engaging lessons that will help students appreciate the importance of the subject and develop the skills they need for life.

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to develop, plan and deliver high quality and engaging learning experiences to all students

• Be a newly qualified or experienced teacher who is enthusiastic and shares the values of the school

The Westgate School offers:

• Free Medical Health Care Cash Plan for all staff

• Great facilities and well resourced Technology Department

• A friendly and supportive staff who are always happy to help each other and share good practice

• Strong support from line managers and SLT

• A strong CPD programme and the opportunity to deliver as well as receive training

• Access to a middle leader development programme

• Excellent career opportunities and progression, particularly as the school grows

• The opportunity to be part of a successful 11-18 provision with opportunities to teach in the sixth form in many subjects

• Dedicated NQT support including your own subject mentor, school NQT coach and reduced teaching timetable

• Free tea and coffee

  • Free on-site parking

This is an exciting time to join The Westgate School as our new buildings and expanding student numbers will bring new opportunities for us all. We are passionate about ensuring that our students are #equippedforlife, through our innovative curriculum and the wide range of experiences we provide for them. We are very proud to serve our local community and believe very strongly in our values.

The Westgate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening, including an enhanced DBS and past employer checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

If you believe that The Westgate School is for you then please do visit our career site where you can learn more about us.

If you are interested in joining us then please complete the TES application form.

We reserve the right to hold interviews as suitable applications are received.  You will only be contacted if you are successful in the shortlisting process.

Previous applicants need not apply

(no agencies)

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About The Westgate School

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+44 1753 521320

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The Westgate School is an 'Outstanding' academy based in Slough for students aged 11-18.

Our core values of ambition, reflection and kindness ensure that students are #equippedforlife.


Address: Cippenham Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5AH, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 1753 521320

Website: http://www.westgate.slough.sch.uk

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