Teacher of Design & Technology

We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, enthusiastic Design &Technology Teacher to start in September 2024. The suitable candidate will  be able to teach Resistant Materials from KS3 to A Level, along with the other technologies at KS3. We are looking for a passionate teacher who can demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for working with young people.   Knowledge, understanding and competence in ICT would be an advantage for CAD/CAM.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated and inspirational professional to join a thriving department. The successful candidate will join an experienced, supportive team (and wider Meridian Trust family of teachers) which is well-resourced and offers a broad range of courses at both pre and post 16.

We would welcome applications from either a newly qualified teacher or an experienced practitioner. As an Academy and department, we are committed to giving our staff the opportunity to develop their skills; we have a proven track record of our teachers and TLR holders being promoted within school and the wider Trust.

The Academy supports teachers to access the National Professional Qualifications and we are able to offer this excellent professional development opportunity for those interested. ECTs also enjoy good quality support through experienced mentors, reduced timetable and tailored induction programme.

Sawtry Village Academy is part of the successful and expanding Meridian Trust, a group of primary and secondary schools. Sawtry is a fast-growing village with excellent transport links to the North and South via the A1/A14.

Benefits of working for us include:

•       a philosophy of 100% achievement and inclusion;

•       a commitment to extending the boundaries of learning, enabling all young people to become well-rounded individuals;

•       a purposeful and caring learning environment, where every individual is known, valued and supported;

•       motivated and engaged students, and ambitious, dedicated, professional staff;

•       a commitment to leadership, innovation, staff progression - we are passionate about retaining good teachers and partnership working, as part of our Teaching School status and within our family of schools;

•       experienced mentors are available to support ECTs.

•       a robust CPF training programme that enables you to flourish.

The ideal candidate will be:

•       an outstanding Design and Technology Teacher;

•       able to build effective working relationships with students and staff;

•       able to provide stimulating and engaging experiences for our students, challenging them to achieve beyond their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners;

•       willing and committed to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice;

•       able to work in partnership with children, parents, staff, governors, and the wider community.

Employee benefits include:

•       Free on-site parking

•       Eyecare vouchers

•       Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support

•       Cycle to work scheme

•       Free tea and coffee making facilities

•       Discounted access to our on-site leisure facilities, including fully equipped gym at Academy Leisure, Sawtry

To see the full range of benefits available, please visit Employee Benefits - Meridian Trust

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. If you wish to apply for this position, please submit an application form and a letter/supporting statement of at least 1 side of A4 (via the website) outlining why you would like to work for SVA. In line with safer recruitment practices, we are unable to accept CVs. If you have any questions about this process or would like further details regarding the role please contact Mrs Corinne Wheeler, Associate Assistant Principal, via recruitment@sawtryva.org

Closing date for applications is:   Friday 3rd May 2024, 8.00 am.

Interview to take place on:  Thursday 9th May 2024.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are encouraged.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.