Teacher of Technology

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified teacher of Technology to teach across the secondary age and ability range. We would welcome applications from across the technology specialism range, the ability to offer a second subject is desirable although not essential. All specialisms will be considered. Subjects include Food Technology, Design Technology,  Engineering /Construction, Art, Textiles, PE, Performing Arts.

The person appointed will play an important part in the continual development of a busy and successful curriculum team. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork & support, where staff are committed to raising attainment. Applications are welcomed from both experienced & newly qualified teachers (we offer a full induction programme to ECTs).

Ormiston Maritime Academy is a vibrant, forward thinking academy providing a comprehensive and inclusive education to students from age 11 – 16. We pride ourselves on being a values driven school and our ASPIRE (Achievement, Support, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enthusiasm) values are at the heart of Academy life.

We are a welcoming, positive thinking community Academy located in Grimsby, not far from the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, coastline and countryside. 

Our Vision

The Ormiston Maritime Academy vision is very simple: all Ormiston Maritime Academy students, irrespective of their backgrounds, will be exceptional learners, so that they are equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, qualifications and mindset to contribute positively in society.

Our Mission

Our mission is that we believe that students will aspire to excellence through literacy, with a specific focus on oracy at Key Stage 3. Students will learn to become masters of retrieval and experience a curriculum which develops students’ cultural capital.

If you should wish to ask any further questions regarding the vacancy or to arrange an informal tour of the Academy, please contact Heather Wells on 01472 310015 or via email to wellsh@omacademy.co.uk.

The successful candidate will:

• Be passionate about their subject bringing energy and enthusiasm to the students they teach
• Be able to teach across the age & ability range, demonstrating excellent subject knowledge with the ability to inspire and motivate students to enable them to achieve their full potential
• Have a strong understanding of the relevant technology curriculum at KS3 & KS4 and contribute to our extra-curricular programme.

 We offer:

• Personalised professional development
• An opportunity to join a well-established, committed & successful curriculum team at an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support
• An opportunity to join a friendly & supportive staff
• Laptops for all staff in addition to desk top computers in all rooms.
• Free on-site parking
• Teacher Pension
• Outstanding facilities
• Collaborative working within our shared family of schools
• Access to an exciting range of employee benefits from our health and wellbeing partner, Vivup

Ormiston Maritime Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974