We are currently looking to appoint a passionate and motivated Design Technology specialist (preference to Food Technology) to teach Technology in our vibrant and creative faculty. The school is rated ‘good’ by Ofsted following an inspection in April 2023. We continue to strive for excellence, both academically and personally, for our children and young people. 

Design Technology is a key faculty within the school and a popular choice at KS4. It is a well-resourced department, with excellent levels of collaboration between teachers. The Technology classrooms are well-equipped with two food rooms, a textiles room, and 2 technology classrooms. At Key Stage 3 students study a range of topics, primarily based on Food and Nutrition, Textiles, and Product Design. These are taught on a rotation and lead to a high take up of GCSEs in each subject. We are at an exciting time in our department due to updating schemes of work to make them more skills based and engaging to all students.

There are 2 technicians working in the well-equipped Technology Department. There is a range of equipment to support learning, and engagement with wider opportunities, including connections across the OX14 Learning Partnership. Technology is within the Arts and Performance Faculty.  

Fitzharrys is a school which is growing and developing rapidly. Our ethos of Aspiration, Opportunity, and Integrity are being utilised by staff and students to enhance the education we deliver.  This is an exciting time to join our Trust, with the opportunity to further drive forward standards at Fitzharrys.  The role offers the successful candidate a supportive and collegiate culture, ambitious professional development, and the opportunity to make a difference for the Abingdon community.  This is a very special place, and we are looking for the right candidate who is excited at the prospect of joining us and taking such a key role in our continued success in Technology.

All Fitzharrys staff benefit from our induction programme and our comprehensive CPD programme as part of a school community committed to getting the best from everyone. Through our focus on high quality teaching and learning, and excellent behaviour, our school continues to grow and develop.

We are proud of our students, and in turn they are proud to be part of the Fitzharrys community. Parents are supportive of the work of the school, recognising our high aspirations for every student who attends; they are both challenged to achieve highly, and supported in doing so.

This is an exciting time to join us in our continued development. If you are committed to working with us and helping our pupils and students realise their potential, we encourage you to apply.     

Abingdon Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.  The Trust is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from less well represented groups in the school and Trust.  Posts in regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and all shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose information about their previous criminal convictions. All staff are expected to promote fundamental British values.