Teacher of Technology (Including Food)

Teacher of Technology (Including Food)

We are seeking a motivated and creative Technology Teacher (Food) with a genuine passion for bringing the best from every single student, to join our team.  

• You will be committed to ensuring students make their very best progress, through planning and delivering engaging lessons that will inspire our learners to succeed across KS3 and KS4.  
• You will support, challenge and engage a diverse cohort of students, enriching their learning experience, maximising their potential and raising attainment
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This post is equally suitable for experienced teachers and newly qualified teachers with talent and a drive for improving learning across classrooms.

We are looking for a Teacher of Food Technology who really cares about helping our students succeed. You will be joining a department who:

• Put students first - We create differentiated resources that are engaging and student-centered; our innovative lessons inspire our learners to achieve.  
• Our consistently high standards of delivery drive improvements and raise aspirations across both key stages.
• Supports CPD and career development – We support and challenge each other’s teaching through frequent CPD, team meetings, peer observations and coaching and mentoring for all new staff. 
• Enjoy trust wide benefits – We benefit from regular collaboration with experts from our academy trust to ensure we stay ‘ahead of the game’.
• Value team spirit and positive working relationships – We support each other through team-teaching and collaborative planning, fostering a positive working environment. 

We are looking for a teacher who:

• An outstanding practitioner, or who wishes to develop outstanding practice
• Has a love of learning and high expectations of student’s achievement and behaviour
• Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Is a strong team player who will work in partnership with staff, governors, parents and the wider community

Visits to the school are welcome and these can be arranged by contacting the school directly contactus@firthparkacademy.org  0114 257 6238 

About Academies Enterprise Trust

AET was established in 2008 and is now a national network of 57 primary, secondary, and special schools. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive network which spans nearly every region in England. We want our people to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had, so that we provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom.

With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of all our people.  

AET Staff Benefits 

Career development and training: Our approach to educational excellence is underpinned by our Instructional Excellence Programme, delivered through an exciting and pioneering partnership with One World. We also have a long-standing partnership with Ambition Institute, and offer the full suite of Early Career and NPQ programmes, expertly facilitated and tailored to our network and local contexts. Our centralised CPD offer provides network opportunities for both teaching and leadership development, as well as offers tailored to individuals and schools.

• Great pension | Healthcare cashback and helpline | Employee assistance programme
• Free financial advice | Salary advances | Affordable loan scheme | Electric car and bike schemes
• Lifestyle savings | Discounted gym membership | Travel and leisure scheme

The role is due to commence: ASAP

Closing date: 15th May

Interviews are scheduled to take place as soon as possible after the closing date

Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.  

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.