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Role: Teacher of Design Technology (Maternity Cover)
Academy: Outwood Academy Haydock
Start Date: 22/02/2027 - August 2027 (to be discussed at interview)
Salary (Actual Salary): £34,069 (M1) - £52,835 (UPS3)
Working Pattern: 1 FTE with Part Time considered.
Are you a dedicated and highly effective educator committed to raising the achievement of all students within your subject area? Join us as a Teacher, where you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality learning, utilising a range of teaching and learning strategies to ensure student success.
This position requires a professional who is aware of strategies for improving learning, understands curriculum developments, and is creative in finding solutions to enhance student performance.
Welcome from the Principal:
I am truly proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Haydock. Nestled in the vibrant, historic community of Haydock, St Helens, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child.
What truly sets us apart is our incredible team. The staff at Outwood Academy Haydock are dedicated, passionate individuals motivated by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a deep commitment to our community. We value collaboration, innovation, and staff well-being, constantly striving to provide the very best learning experience for every child.
As a proud member of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people.
I look forward to meeting you.
The Technology Department at Outwood Academy Haydock is a vibrant, innovative hub of creativity. You will join a dedicated team of specialist teachers supported by a skilled Technology Technician, working in state-of-the-art facilities designed to inspire.
Our department offers a rich, well-resourced curriculum powered by cutting-edge classroom technology. Having recently expanded our Key Stage 4 provision to reintroduce Textiles and Product Design, we pride ourselves on delivering dynamic, future-focused education. We are also extraordinarily proud of our extra-curricular success, with our students frequently reaching national finals and winning prestige competitions such as V&A Innovate, Design Ventura, and the National Signet Ring Competition.
Above all, we operate as a close-knit, supportive team committed to bringing out the absolute best in every child. We are now seeking a creative, forward-thinking teacher of Art, Technology or Food Technology (full-time or part-time) who shares our passion for instilling a lifelong love of the subject. If you are ready to help take our thriving department to the next level, we would love to hear from you.
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The Teacher is expected to implement and use a wide range of teaching and learning strategies within the classroom, applying techniques like Assessment for Learning (AfL) to continually improve student performance. A core duty involves effectively using student level data to identify areas for development and raise standards.
This professional must be aware of strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students, alongside possessing a good understanding of curriculum developments within their specific subject area. The role requires maintaining high expectations for all students and effectively communicating with students and their parents, both orally and in writing. The teacher is expected to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing good practice across the department, and demonstrating creativity in problem solving and a willingness to adopt new approaches.
Essential qualifications include a degree in an appropriate discipline related to the relevant subject and a teaching qualification coupled with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Required experience includes recent and relevant teaching experience (either in employment or training) and experience of assessment at Key Stage 3 and 4.
The successful candidate will be confident in using standard computer packages (word processing, email, and spreadsheets) and understand how these tools can enhance student learning. The role demands high levels of professionalism, including the ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner, and a capacity to recognise potential child safeguarding issues.
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