We are seeking to appoint to the post of Head of Technologies a highly motivated and enthusiastic teacher who is an excellent classroom practitioner to take responsibility for leading all departments with the faculty.

The successful candidate will lead a Technology Faculty comprising Design & Technology, Engineering, Food and Health & Social Care. A key part of the role will be to create a strong faculty identity that highlights and develops links between the subject areas and ensures a high-quality curriculum is provided in each discipline that leads to outstanding progress for all students.

The Derby High School is the highest performing school in Bury, Greater Manchester and has sustained this position for a number of years. We are passionate about delivering a high-quality and engaging curriculum and aspire to be a beacon of practice in the Technologies subjects. This is a great opportunity to lead a dedicated, hardworking and forward-thinking faculty.

We are an over-subscribed 11-16 co-educational school situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this has been recognised by Ofsted. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.

We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with a:

• Successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
• School that has high expectations of all who work here
• School that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
• School that works effectively with all stakeholders
• School that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
• Motivated, hardworking and collaborative senior leadership team
• Strong middle leadership team who are highly professional and work well together
• Supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
• Caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
• Collaborative school that works with other schools and organisations to share and develop practice in Teaching & Learning

We will encourage you to be innovative and creative in your approach to teaching and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form together with the supporting statement and email to Mrs S Silgram-Clynes, Headteacher’s PA at ssilgram-clynes@thederbyhighschool.co.uk

CLOSING DATE: 9am on 24th January 2025

Posted applications should be sent FAO Mrs Silgram-Clynes at the school address.

Letter to Applicants 

Job Description

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THE DERBY HIGH SCHOOL
SCIENCE AND ARTS COLLEGE
RADCLIFFE ROAD
BURY
BL9 9NH

Tel: 0161 764 1819 Fax: 0161 764 9365
Email: derby@bury.gov.uk

Headteacher: Ms C H Hubert
11-16 mixed comprehensive NOR approx. 930