Design Technology Teacher

Design Technology Teacher

Due to the growth of the faculty we are looking to appoint a dynamic, strong, and inspirational teacher of Design Technology from January 2018. The ability to teach Product Design at Key Stage 3 and 4 is preferred however the ideal candidate will have the ability to teach across multiple specialisms.

Sir Stanley Matthews Academy is a Good school with Outstanding Leadership and Management, which is defined equally by its high academic achievements and its warmth and inclusivity. In January 2013, we moved into a new building with outstanding facilities. The successful candidate will be required to teach up to and including GCSE (A-Level desirable), who is committed to making a difference to students but at the same time must be an interesting person who will bring that something extra special in their presence and character. The Art and Technology Faculty is in a period of rapid expansion offering the subjects of Art, Textiles, Food, Hospitality, Product Design and Engineering.

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a role and make a difference to the future of education with an academy that is ever improving and striving to be outstanding. If you share the academy's vision and ambitions, possess a strong desire to work within an ethos of creative collaboration and partnership and want to have a positive impact on young people, families and our community, then we would be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the academy are welcomed.

The closing date for the above position is Friday 13th October 2017 at 12.00 noon. Interviews will take place on Monday 16th October.

Completed application form as well as a covering letter of no more than 1250 words outlining why you are the ideal candidate for this role and how you can contribute on our journey to Outstanding should be sent to lbrooks@ossma.co.uk

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.