Job Description
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About the role:
This is a rare opportunity to join our thriving and successful Art, Design and Technology faculty as the Head of Faculty.
You will be an experienced and enthusiastic teacher with experience of teaching Product Design across Key Stage 3, 4 and 5. You will also be able to line manage experienced teachers of Art, Textiles and Food Technology. There are Subject Leads for Art and Food Technology already in post.
You will also be the first Head of Faculty appointed by the Headteacher who joined the school in the Summer Term '24. The Headteacher will offer anyone interested in the post a tour of the school prior to interview.
We offer:
Well-equipped specialist rooms and facilities, including a Post 16 resource base, with every teacher having their own base
A high uptake at GCSE of Product Design, Food Technology and Construction
GCSE Technology subjects: Product Design, Food Technology and Textiles
Vocational Food and Construction courses available from September 2025
Excellent IT facilities
A dedicated and experienced technician
A supportive environment working with highly motivated staff
Commitment to further development of the curriculum, with line management from either the Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher
Work Schedule:
Full time, Permanent
How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Notley High School.
Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via Ceri Bird, Headteachers PA on Ceri.Bird@notleyhigh.com
Closing Date: Sunday 20th April 2025, at Midnight
Interview Date: Tuesday 29th April 2025
Further details are available from t: 01376556300 e: enquiries@notleyhigh.com
w: notleyhigh.com
Information about the School
At Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form, we are an ambitious inclusive 11-19 mixed comprehensive school that places the journey of the child at the centre of everything we do - learning together and succeeding together to be the best that we can be.
Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.