Teacher of Design and Technology

Teacher of Design and Technology

Full time (maternity cover from September 2018)

MPS/UPS

We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic and committed teacher with the ability to teach across Resistant Materials, Engineering, Graphics and Construction at KS4 and preferably KS5. You will join a well-established and ambitious department dedicated to ensuring that all students achieve or exceed their potential.

Ashby School is a thriving, successful and over-subscribed 14-19 Academy with 1,700 students on roll including 600 post-16. With an excellent reputation within the local community the school is set in its own beautiful grounds in the popular market town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, which is close to several areas of outstanding natural beauty and with the newly created national forest on the doorstep. A recent Ofsted inspection found the school to be a ‘good school’ in all inspection categories.

The post offers an excellent opportunity for either an experienced teacher with a proven record of academic success or an individual who is relatively new to the profession. We offer an excellent induction programme within a supportive environment and are committed to high quality professional development and continuous improvement in both teaching and learning.

Lessons in our Design and Technology Faculty are delivered in a suite of well-resourced classrooms, fully equipped with a sound system, data projector, Apple TV, internet access and an extensive range of resources for both GCSE and A-level. The workshops are equally well resourced with traditional equipment and modern technology including 3D printers, laser cutters and a plasma cutter. We also have available a state of the art immersive 3D hub, further enhancing understanding in all subject areas and promoting creativity in learning. The school has excellent links with local high schools and collaborative staff training sessions are held to ensure positive progression for students. 

If you have energy, drive, a passion for your subject and the potential and ambition to be outstanding, we would welcome your application.

Ashby School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service.