Teacher of Design & Technology - Graphic Design

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation of creative talent? We are seeking a talented, highly motivated practitioner with the ability and enthusiasm to deliver innovative and enjoyable Graphic Design lessons to our students. This is a full-time opportunity, with the flexibility to reduce to 0.8 FTE, if desired. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team, as our current specialist teacher is embarking on an international career journey. You would be joining a supportive, committed and experienced Design & Technology team who work hard to deliver innovative and enjoyable lessons. In return for your hard work you will receive exceptional support and training, and the rewards that come with teaching students who really want to learn. 

About Us

Hinchley Wood School is an inclusive and high achieving school on the borders of SW London. We have over 1,400 students on roll including 275 in our Sixth Form and are one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs. We are extremely proud of our students’ academic achievements, but we also celebrate student progress and development in all areas and we enjoy outstanding sporting and creative achievements. 

The Design & Technology Department

Design & Technology is a thriving department where students are encouraged to be independent problem solvers and creative thinkers. The curriculum is planned and delivered in a way which fosters this, as our projects equip the students with a variety of skills to help them become expert designers and makers. All of this culminates in the positive exam results the students regularly achieve.

If you have a strong desire to help students of all abilities achieve the best they can, whilst fulfilling your own potential, then we would be very pleased to hear from you.

We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. 

As well as the opportunity to work in an Ofsted Outstanding school, we offer:

• A competitive salary (London Fringe Pay Scale/dependent upon experience).
• Professional development support and an extensive CPD programme.
• Two-week autumn half term.
• Early close to students at 1.30 on Friday afternoon.
• Generous employer pension contributions.
• Cycle to work scheme and on fitness suite.
• This role meets the school’s priority admissions criteria, enabling any children of the post holder to be considered for priority admission to the school upon commencement of role. 

Please contact us if you have any questions prior to applying or would like to visit the school. Early enquiries and applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to shortlist, appoint and interview prior to the closing date.

The deadline for applications is 9am, Monday 25 November 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Staff and governors have also established a code of conduct, included within this pack, which applies to all members of the school community.