What skills and experience we're looking for We welcome applications from candidates who are: • Enthusiastic and passionate about their subject, with the ability to instil a love for it in students of all abilities • Confident teaching across the full ability range and key stages • Committed to high-quality planning and creative teaching and learning • Consistent in using ongoing assessment and feedback to support student progress • Collaborative team players who are eager to share best practice and contribute to departmental improvement The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the GCSE and A‑Level Product Design curriculum and be confident delivering both workshop‑based and graphics‑focused projects. They should demonstrate proficiency in CAD/CAM, practical making skills, and technical drawing, with the ability to support students in developing high‑quality design outcomes. We are looking for someone who will bring energy, creativity, and dedication to the role and who will share in our commitment to excellence. If this sounds like you, we would be delighted to receive your application. What the school offers its staff We offer: • A friendly, vibrant, and caring school community – voted the happiest school in Barnet, and 38th Nationally (The Times and Sunday Times) • A commitment to supporting the whole person, encouraging staff involvement in community and charitable initiatives • An exciting opportunity to contribute to the next phase of development in our Design and Technology Department • A strong commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing CPD • A genuine focus on staff wellbeing, including half-termly wellbeing initiatives • An enterprising and ‘can-do’ culture that encourages innovation and initiative • A school that values and supports staff, offering opportunities for career progression and personal growth • Routine opportunities to be recognised through our “Extra Mile” awards • A dedicated Wellbeing Day for all staff after one year of service An additional day off in December for Founders’ Day, in recognition of staff commitment and service Commitment to safeguarding Finchley Catholic High School is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as such all candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.