Teacher of Design Technology - Maternity cover for two terms in the first instance

POST OF: Maternity Cover TEACHER OF DESIGN TECHNOLOGY with the  ability to teach across DT specialisms at Key Stage 3  

Swanshurst is a very successful and innovative school for girls with 1760 students on roll aged 11-19 years.  We are part of a strong network of local schools and are committed to working collaboratively with others.  We are a good school, where our students make excellent progress and achieve high academic standards. 

Our students are enthusiastic learners and show mutual respect for each other and their teachers. We offer a well-established programme of high quality professional development and excellent opportunities for career progression.  

Are you an outstanding, creative and inspirational Design Technology teacher with the ability to teach the new Design and Technology curriculum (with a previous specialism in Product Design or Fashion and Textiles) to Key Stage 4 and across the DT specialisms at Key Stage 3?  

Will you bring energy, enthusiasm and expertise that will help students to flourish and be able to inspire the planning for the new curriculum?  

We are looking for someone to cover maternity leave in the department (2 terms in the first instance).  The role will involve teaching across the DT specialisms at Key Stage 3.  If you tick all these boxes, then this job is for you.  

We would welcome applications from both experienced and Newly Qualified Teachers.   For further details and an application form please contact Sharon Mortimer on 0121 464 2410 or contact us online at www.swanshurst.org. Applicants requesting an online application form must also submit a signed copy of their application either at the point of being called for interview or as soon as possible after the closing date.   

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  12PM FRIDAY 24TH NOVEMBER 2017