The Netherhall School and Sixth Form Centre TEACHER OF DESIGN TECHNOLOGY REQUIRED: SEPTEMBER 2012 CLOSING DATE: Thursday 28 March 2013 (12 noon) INTERVIEWS: Week commencing 15 April 2013 Method of Application Please complete the application form and write a letter to the Principal comprising a maximum of two sides of A4 setting out why you are the right candidate for this post. Your letter & completed application form should be submitted either by post or email to office@netherhall.cambs.sch.uk CVs will not be accepted. Please ensure that your letter addresses the accompanying job description and person specification for this position. Candidates who have not heard from the school within 5 working days of the closing date may assume that their application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
School Website 22 March 2013 The Netherhall School & Sixth Form Centre, Queen Edith s Way, Cambridge CB1 8NN An 11-18 Specialist Sports College and Training School Principal: Mrs C McKenney TEACHER OF DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (Including Electronics) Permanent (MPS / UPS) Full Time (or substantial p/t) For September 2013: A suitably qualified and talented colleague with strong work ethic and enthusiasm to join the successful Design Technology department. You will be required to teach across all Key Stages. You will be expected to teach a range of subjects within Design Technology but experience of KS4 Electronics at GCSE level will be essential. We offer: A successful 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with a flourishing Sixth Form. Impressive subject facilities A vibrant, supportive community with friendly colleagues & students An Investor in People offering an excellent CPD programme for all staff and quality induction for new staff. Situated in Cambridge - a centre of excellence. To apply for this position please download an application pack from the school website www.netherhall.org or contact Valerie MacAndrew, PA to the Principal on 01223 868318. CVs not accepted Application deadline Thursday 28 March (12 noon) Interviews: w/c 15 April 2013 The school has a clear commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding Children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Check. An excellent environment in which to learn (OFSTED September 2010)
Department Overview Key Stage 3 The Netherhall School Design & Technology Department has a consistent record of success in a range of subjects over many years at both Key Stage 4 and 5. In Design & Technology we teach pupils to recognise and explore good design, to identify customer problems and needs, develop suitable solutions and prototypes, testing their ideas. Members of the department teach across a range of subjects within the D&T suite focussing mainly on their own specialist areas. In years 7 & 8 students study four subjects in mixed group, 2 subjects each year. The subjects are Resistant Materials, Electronics, Food and Textile. In year 9 they select two of these. Designing & Making Pupils will develop a range of skills and techniques that will combine a knowledge and understanding of material properties. Added to this the ability to use specialised manufacturing equipment to design and make quality products. Product Analysis Pupils will look at existing products and explore how and why they were designed the way they are. Later they will look at the effects of manufacturing on the product and the markets they are sold in. The Environment Environmental issues are now a vital part of the subject. Pupils are encouraged to consider sustainability in designs and the impact products make on the world around us. Recycling and reuse are also major considerations in the design of products as is energy efficient processing and manufacture. Healthy Living In food technology we look at the health issues associated with what we eat, analysing the effects of nutrients and energy values on the body. Pupils will investigate how nutritional information can be used in the design of food products and how this relates to its packaging. Developing Life Skills All the elements in Design & Technology are based on developing life skills that could be used after leaving school either as an occupation or to benefit their day-to-day living as an adult.
Key Stage 4 In years 10 & 11 pupils can choose as part of their options to study 1 or 2 of the subjects listed. Students can currently choose GCSE in Resistant Materials, Electronic Products, Graphic Products, Textiles Technology and Catering, also a Btec in Health & Social Care. Key Stage 5 As a department we have been successfully teaching A Levels in Product Design for more than 20 years. At AS & A2 we offer Product Design - Graphics Products /Resistant Materials (Edexcel Specification) & Health & Social Care (OCR Specification).
The Netherhall School SUBJECT TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION DESIGN TECHNOLOGY TITLE OF POST: REPORTS TO: SALARY RANGE: Subject Teacher Design Technology Head of Department / Line Manager MPS Job descriptions have been written to help produce an effective school. They are written statements of what the jobs involve, what teachers and support staff are expected to do and the responsibilities involved in the jobs, thereby providing a basic framework for the discharging of professional and managerial responsibilities. These basic frameworks provide a means by which job-holders and persons assuming the responsibility for the job-holders can mutually discuss the nature of the job. They are not meant to be static or exclusive. The nature of the work undertaken by the teaching profession, support staff and employees at the school means that flexibility in jobs is desirable and inevitable. It is the spirit in which jobs are performed which is important to an effective school. Senior Leadership Team Line Manager SUBJECT LEADER TECHNOLOGY SECOND IN Technology Teaching Staff X7 Support Staff TA s, Technician Core Purpose To provide outstanding learning and teaching for your subject(s) to ensure high achievement and attainment of all students To be overall accountable for pupil progress, standards and development within the classroom All teachers are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
The Netherhall School Key Areas Teaching and Learning Under the direction of the Head of Department (where appropriate): To contribute to the teaching of the department, as follows: i. by planning and preparing courses and lessons in accordance with departmental schemes of work. ii. by teaching pupils according to their educational needs iii. by setting and marking work carried out inside and outside school iv. by assessing, recording and reporting on the development, progress and attainment of pupils. To plan and prepare lessons and resource materials that lead to an appropriately differentiated curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils. To teach, according to their educational needs, pupils assigned to him/her in the allocated classes. Ensure the effective teaching of classes and individuals, so that learning objectives are met and best use is made of available teaching time. Establish and maintain a purposeful working atmosphere. Set high expectations of students behaviour through well-focused teaching and consistent application of the Behaviour for Learning Policy and other school systems. Establish a safe environment, which supports learning and in which students feel secure and confident. Use teaching methods which sustain the momentum of students work and keep all students engaged through: - matching the approaches used to the subject matter and students - clear structure and presentation of content - effective use of resources and time - providing opportunities for students to consolidate their knowledge and skills, both in the classroom and the setting of well-focused homework.
Meet the requirements of the Code of Practice, implement and keep records on individual education plans (IEPs) and report progress and concerns as required. Evaluate own teaching critically, including taking responsibility for professional improvements targets and monitoring progress. Assessment, Recording and Reporting: Mark and monitor students class and homework on a regular basis as required by subject and school policies. Assess and record student progress as required by subject and school policies, including National Curriculum and other standardised tests, and baseline assessment where relevant. Write reports and profiles as required and in accordance with the school s assessment, Recording and Reporting procedures. Leading and Managing Staff To support ITT,GTP, NQT and work experience colleagues in the department as required Communication and Liaison Communicate effectively with members of the department and wider staff through formal and informal meetings and briefings. Meet with line manager over matters relating to teaching and learning and personal professional development. Liaise with other key staff, including Key Stage Pastoral Leaders, SENCO, and Teaching Assistants etc on matters relating to teaching and learning. Liaise with parents (face to face, in writing and via telephone) on matters relating to pupil progress, work and behaviour. To liaise with partner schools, Efficient and effective deployment of resources Ensure the effective and efficient management and organisation of learning resources including ICT within the classroom. Use accommodation to create an effective and stimulating learning environment in which health and safety risks are properly assessed and conform to school and national requirements. To provide pupils work for display as a mechanism for encouraging pupils and raising their level of achievement.
Additional Specific Responsibilities (a) (b) (c) To be Tutor of an assigned Form/Tutor Group and carry out related duties in accordance with the general job description of Form/Group Tutors. To seek to maintain a high profile for the subject in the school through competitions, productions, trips etc. To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its ethos and to encourage staff and pupils to follow this example. 2. General Duties (a) To maintain good order and discipline among the pupils and safeguard their health and safety both when they are authorised to be on the school premises and when they are engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere. (b) To carry out a share of supervisory duties in accordance with published schedules. (c) To set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance. (d) To contribute to the supervision and so far as practicable teaching of any pupils whose teacher is not available to teach them subject to the conditions of employment. (e) To participate in appropriate meetings with colleagues and parents relative to the above duties. (f) To participate in the arrangements for performance management within the school. ADDENDUM 1. The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the statement of Conditions of Employment. 2. This job description allocates duties and responsibilities but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent on carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed. In allocating time to the performance of duties and responsibilities, the post-holder must use Directed Time in accordance with the school's published Time Budget Policy and have regard to clause 36(1)(f) of a Teacher's Conditions of Employment. 3. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed at least once every two years and it may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the holder of the post.
THE NETHERHALL SCHOOL - TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT Person Specification: Teacher Of Technology (MPS) Qualifications and Experience Essential Qualified Teacher Status Educated to degree level in a Technology related subject Experience of working in an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school (training or employment). Desirable Good honours classification A range of relevant in-service training qualifications. Other professional attributes relevant to teach Technology in schools e.g. DATA membership Qualification in Health and Safety (Safety Certificates for General workshop activities and Machines) Knowledge and Understanding Essential Up to date subject and National Curriculum knowledge. Knowledge of examination and vocational courses: GCSE, AS/A2, BTEC National Diploma. Knowledge and understanding of Assessment for Learning / Every Child Matters agenda. Has passion for teaching and is confident in planning the future development of Technology for all pupils in school related to national orders and initiatives. Understanding of Continuing Professional development. Desirable Experience of working with alternative courses, such as City & Guilds Recent experience of OFSTED. Experience in a Specialist school and/or Training School. Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements for the teaching of Technology Skills and Attributes (strategy, leadership and management) Essential Ability to teach high quality lessons across all areas of the National Curriculum and offer expertise in examination courses. Ability to use a range of ICT skills Ability to motivate and encourage students. Commitment to enrichment activities/ extra-curricular activities. Proven communication and organisational skills. Interpersonal skills and good sense of humour. Positive professional role model punctual and an excellent record of attendance Ability to establish effective structures and working relationships with colleagues. Ability to apply firm but fair discipline and develop relationships with staff and students. Ability to work independently. Confidence, tenacity and flexibility. Desirable Ability to think outside the box creative skills. Interest in wider research and publication of findings. Ability to drive the schools minibus. Is ambitious Elements of the person specification will be assessed through the following ways Letter of application, References Interview process (including lesson observation)
THE NETHERHALL SCHOOL POLICY STATEMENT on: CHILD PROTECTION Rationale: The Netherhall School fully recognises the responsibility it has under Section 175 of the Education Act 2002 to have arrangements in place to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The school also recognises its responsibility to follow the guidelines of the DfES document Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education (January 2007) with respect to the Safer Recruitment of staff. Through their day to day contact with students and direct work with families, staff at the school have a crucial role to place in noticing indicators of possible abuse or neglect and referring them to the appropriate agency. Purpose: To prevent the abuse or neglect of children via the teaching and pastoral support offered to students. To create and maintain a whole school protective ethos. To institute and implement procedures for identifying and reporting cases, or suspected cases, of abuse. To provide all staff with training which enables them to discharge their responsibilities with respect to Child Protection issues, including the provision of support to students who may have been abused. To prevent unsuitable people working with children our policy applies to all staff and volunteers working in the school, including community education staff and governors. Teaching assistants, mid-day supervisors, secretaries as well as teachers can be the first point of disclosure for a child, concerned parents may also contact governors. Guidelines: All issues concerned with child protection need to be handled by the staff with great care. Any concerns must be passed on to the Designated Teachers for Child Protection as soon as possible following the accepted Netherhall School procedures. Staff should read the Netherhall School Guidance for Safe Working Practices for the Protection of Staff and Children. Netherhall School procedures for Child Protection must follow an interagency approach as set down in DfES circular Safeguarding Children in Education. The school reserves the right to contact previous employers to ensure the safeguarding of children.
Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders The CRB Code of Practice Requires that the school sends a copy of its Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders to all job applicants. A Model policy statement is given below. In accordance with the Criminal Records Bureau Code of Practice this policy is made available to all Disclosure applicants at the outset of the recruitment process. The full CRB Code of Practice is available at www.disclosure.gov.uk. As an organisation which uses the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Disclosure service, the Governing Body of the school complies fully with the CRB Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a Disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed. We meet the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all job applicants will be subject to a criminal record check from the Criminal Records Bureau before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of convictions cautions and reprimands, as well as spent and unspent convictions. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. We are committed to the fair treatment of applicants, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependants, age, physical/mental disability or offending background. We promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. We select all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. A Disclosure will only be requested from the CRB for those positions where a Disclosure is required. All application forms and recruitment information will contain a statement that a Disclosure will be requested in the event of the individual being offered the position. We encourage all applicants called for interview to provide details of their criminal record at an early stage in the application process. This information should be sent under separate, confidential cover. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. At interview, or in a separate discussion, we ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that might be relevant to the position. Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the position sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a Disclosure with the person seeking the position before withdrawing a conditional offer of employment. We ensure that people at the school who are involved in the recruitment process have access to professional advice to identify and assess the relevance and circumstances of offences. We also ensure that they have received appropriate guidance in the relevant legislation relating to the employment of ex-offenders, e.g. the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working at the school. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of your offences.
Keyworkers Housing Scheme The Keyhomes initiative is designed to help key workers within the public sector to find affordable housing. Eligibility can vary between individual schemes and full details will be provided upon application, but if you work in any of the following areas, you may well be eligible for assistance: Qualified teachers in schools and sixth form colleges Children's social workers and qualified nursery nurses in LA nursery schools Local authority employed clinical staff Education officers for looked after children Social workers Connexions Advisors Occupational therapists Educational psychologists Speech and language therapists Rehabilitation officers for the visually impaired Qualified nursery nurses Planners employed by the Local Planning Authority delivering statutory planning services Qualified therapists To find out more about who is eligible and the options available, please visit the following website: www.keyhomes-east.org.uk If you are unable to access the link please phone Keyhomes East on 0845 456 6757 or email info@keyhomes-east.org.uk