Teacher of Design & Technology
Full-time, permanent 
Salary:  MPR/UPR (Fringe) £31,350 – £47,839 
Start date: September 2024 
(ECT’s are welcome to apply) 

Do you want to be part of a successful and supportive team?   

We are looking for a Teacher of D&T to join a team of teachers who are all passionate about teaching and its impact on learning.  The department offers all areas of D&T at KS3 and GCSEs in 3D Design and Food Preparation & Nutrition alongside Vocational Hospitality & Catering and Construction. Over the last few years, the department has seen a significant increase in results and a rise in numbers opting for KS4. 

We are looking for an individual who can add to this already friendly and supportive team; a teacher who builds excellent relationships with students and inspires them in their learning. Ideally you will be able to teach across all areas of Design & Technology at KS3 and any specialism at KS4.

Why work for us?

We work hard to make all staff feel like they belong and can flourish. We create a bespoke induction plan for all new staff, shaped with their input based on their experience, strengths and aims. All teachers get an additional hour every fortnight of protected PPA, totalling 6 hours for a full time teacher. We have a culture of 1% improvements, which means no hour long lesson observations and time wasted producing unnecessary paperwork. All staff love our 2 week October half term, have access to free gym use (with shower facilities), ample on site parking, an up to date 2 in 1 laptop (tablet with pen and laptop all in one), a full Microsoft Office package and a vibrant and social staff body.

For further information regarding this role please refer to the recruitment pack and job description. To apply for this role please complete an application form and return it to recruitment@enlightenlt.education  We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing before the closing date for strong candidates.     

Closing Date:           Monday 13 May 2024 @ 8.00 am
Interview date:      Interviews will be held the following 2 weeks 

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.  It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.   This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.   Please refer to the following link for further information regarding our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy  Esher Church of England High School - Policies & Documents (esherhigh.surrey.sch.uk).  Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.