Teacher of Food & Nutrition (Maternity Cover - Fixed Term)

This is a unique opportunity to join the Food Department at Tomlinscote School. We are seeking an outstanding teacher who is enthusiastic and passionate and is able to continue to drive the successful department forward. The position is to support students within KS3 Food and Technology, KS4 GCSE Food Preparation & Nutrition and KS4 Level 1/2 Hospitality & Catering.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to deliver inspiring lessons, be part of creating an exceptional place of learning and help build on the excellent current standards of the department in this ‘outstanding’ school.

Teaching experience will not be a determining factor, as we welcome applications from NQTs as well as more experienced candidates. We will develop every staff member that joins our team, providing one-to-one support, coaching and mentoring and access to extensive professional development.

The applicant must hold or be working towards a QTS (or equivalent) and have a relevant undergraduate degree to be considered for this post. We expect all staff to undertake a pastoral role as a form tutor.

The School

Tomlinscote is a highly successful, over-subscribed mixed comprehensive school of approximately 1500 students. Our staff enjoy working here because our standards, facilities and staff well-being are excellent.

Our students are a pleasure to teach and make excellent progress as shown by our positive examination data. Food is a particularly strong subject; in 2019, 95% achieved a Grade 4 or higher in Food Preparation and Nutrition and 90% achieved a Level 2 Pass or higher in Hospitality and Catering.

All Tomlinscote students and staff have their own iPad to enhance learning inside and outside of the classroom.

The Process

For full details and information on how to apply are available on our website at www.tomlinscoteschool.com , 'About Us', 'Vacancies'.

Please return the completed application and equality monitoring forms to recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk

We reserve the right to interview upon receipt of a suitable application.

Closing date: Monday 06 September 2021 – 09:00AM

Interviews: Week Commencing – 13 September 2021

Job start date: Fixed Term - January 2022 – December 2022

Contract/Hours: Part-Time – 3 days per week (can be flexible if Full-Time required)

Safeguarding Statement

The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment, Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance , a health check and references.

The Trust is committed to conducting its business with honesty and integrity and expects all staff to maintain high standards. It encourages staff to report suspected wrongdoing as soon as possible, as stated in the Whistle Blowing Policy.

The Designated Safeguarding Lead has overarching responsibilities regarding safeguarding, ensuring everyone understands and follows all safeguarding procedures.