Job Description
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We are seeking an outstanding Design & Technology Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive school community on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The successful candidate will teach DT across Years 5 to 8, inspiring pupils to develop creative thinking, problem-solving skills, technical knowledge, and confidence in designing and making.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who enjoys working with young people and is committed to delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences in a well-resourced department.
What can Thorpe Hall School offer?
- Supportive leadership and a positive working environment.
- Enthusiastic students eager to learn and engage.
- State-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- the opportunity to be innovative and to develop new educational procedures and student experiences;
- an exciting, challenging and stimulating place to work in a friendly and welcoming environment.
- Competitive salary, Teachers' Pension Scheme, on-site gym & Employee Assistance Programme.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Can teach DT across Years 5-8 with confidence and enthusiasm.
- Has strong subject knowledge and practical workshop skills.
- Inspires creativity, innovation, and resilience in pupils.
- Has excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
- Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive staff team.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
For further information on the role please download the Job Information Pack
Thorpe Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, enhanced DBS, online check and a declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
Information about the School
Thorpe Hall is a non-selective co-educational day school of 500 pupils from Nursery to Year 11. The school is situated on a generous site on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea and has an excellent reputation as one of the leading independent schools in the area. More information about the school and the school’s prospectus can be found on our website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/