Working with us
At Harris Academy Purley, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you. Working at Harris Academy Purley you will make a real difference to the lives of young people and their families in South London who value the learning and school environment we offer. Our school is oversubscribed; families from a number of boroughs choose us for the high standard of education we provide. Staff come from across London as well as Sussex and Surrey to work with us. You will be given ample opportunities to develop and progress your career and all staff are encouraged to develop their interests and areas of expertise. Our professional development is tailored to ensure all staff are able to continue learning regardless of their role or stage of career.
About this opportunity
We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy Purley as Head of Design and Technology.
Main areas of responsibility
* To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.
* To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.
* To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.
* To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.
* To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
* To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
* To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
Operational and Strategic Planning
* Formulate the subject improvement plans and lead development of syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies.
* Ensure delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost-effective curriculum and lead its development.
* Staff development – recruit, build and manage an effective team of motivated staff.
* Student outcomes – manage target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and maintain accurate student data.
* Pastoral system – act as a form tutor to a selected group of students.
* Teaching – act as an outstanding role model.
What we are looking for
* Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, with, ideally, management training.
* Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level.
* Experience of initiating and effectively managing change.
* Show evidence of raising achievement in current post and demonstrating good value added for groups.
* Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications.
* Good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking.
* Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement.
* Have excellent communication skills (speech and writing).
* Display excellent organisational skills.
* Be able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students.
* Be able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment.
What we can offer you
Teacher development
Professional development pathways are available through the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership, supporting collaboration, best practice and career progression.
Flexible working
We offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.
Benefits
* Competitive rewards and benefits package.
* Harris Allowance (£2,000 for Inner London, £1,500 for Outer London).
* Performance and Loyalty Bonus.
* Teachers Pension Scheme.
* Wellbeing Cash Plan.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve.
#J-18808-Ljbffr