*Applications from all faiths are welcomed*
PRODUCT DESIGN at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College
The appointment will be made on the Sixth Form Colleges’ Employers’ Association Salary spine for Leadership - Point 1 £32,178 to point 9 £49,725 plus 2 x Responsibility Allowance Points (2x £1,222) per annum.
This post is on an Extended contract of 210 days per year. (To enrol new students starting GCSE results Day)
We are looking for an inspirational and visionary individual to the full-time post of Head of Product Design, who can build on the academic success of the subject area, to lead and further develop the team.
Product Design is a highly successful and popular department with over 17 years of outstanding success. The department has highly committed, enthusiastic, specialist staff and runs two courses: A Level Product Design (following the AQA specification) and CTEC in Art and Design following an architectural/interior design pathway. Currently 150 students are studying A level Product Design or CTEC Art and Design.
The Product Design Department has an excellent reputation for innovation within the college and prides itself on its close links with higher education and both local and regional industry specialists. The department has a purpose-built accommodation with some of the latest specialist IT and CNC facilities, which are used extensively including Google Sketchup, SolidWorks and TechSoft 2D design.
There is a friendly and professional atmosphere within the department and a strong emphasis on encouraging a positive rapport between staff and students in the pursuit of academic success. There is a wealth of experience and professional knowledge and an encouragement to undertake CPD. This is an exciting time to join the department and the college as we continue to invest in the specialist accommodation and resources across the site.
You will have a track record of outstanding success and be able to make a significant contribution to the future of Notre Dame within an inclusive environment, where we have a real commitment to the personal and academic development of all students.
Closing date: 9am on Thursday 15 May 2025.
It is intended that interviews will take place week beginning 19 May
For further details and an application pack please visit: https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/notre-dame-catholic-sixth-form-college-1022683 and scroll down to see our live vacancies.
The College is committed to Safeguarding and promotes the welfare of young people and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and a satisfactory Social Media check.
In promoting equal opportunities we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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