DT/Food Technology Teacher
Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
Solihull
- Expired
- Salary:
- M1 - M6
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2022
- Apply by:
- 20 October 2021
Job overview
The Role
We seek an inspirational, dedicated and passionate teacher of Design Technology with a specialism in Food (and Hospitality) to start January 2022. The ideal candidate for this vacancy will be enthusiastic about teaching Food, be resilient in developing this passion with the students. In addition to this they will need to be able to communicate to pupils an enthusiasm for these subjects, whilst remaining focused on outstanding progress.
You will need to:
- Be committed to teaching Hospitality & Catering (WJEC CBAC) and Food Technology to KS3 and KS4.
- be committed to high quality teaching and learning
- be inspirational in the classroom
- be committed to excellence
- be ambitious in your determination to ensure all learners achieve
- be innovative, resilient and reflective
If you feel that you have these attributes and skills then we would like to hear from you. Applications from all experience ranges are welcome.
The Design Technology faculty consists of a highly effective suite of subjects including Engineering, hospitality and catering and food preparation and nutrition, as well as a hard-working team committed to raising the profile of the department within the academy across all of the key stages. The department has the support and dedication subject specialist technicians and outstanding facilities having originally been the first city technology college the workshops reflect the first class facilities.
General information
At Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst, quality first teaching and learning is at the heart of all that we do. Professional development is very important to us and we offer a comprehensive programme of professional learning, to enable our staff to continuously develop their practice in a school where students value learning.
If you feel that you have the necessary attributes and skills and are a suitably qualified, highly motivated professional, then we would like to hear from you.
Application Process
Completed applications must be returned to Stella Smallwood at the academy by 12pm on the closing date via email to ssmallwood@kingshurst.tgacademy.org.uk
For further details please visit https://www.kingshurst.tgacademy.org.uk/
The recruitment process is robust in seeking to establish the commitment of candidates to support the school’s measures to safeguard children and to identify, deter or reject people who might pose a risk of harm to children or are otherwise unsuited to work with them. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. All applications will be considered on their merit and the post will be offered subject to the usual health and criminal record clearance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
- Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst
- Cooks Lane, Kingshurst
- Birmingham
- B37 6NU
- United Kingdom
To prospective teachers who really want to make a difference to children’s lives,
I am Nicola Crehan, the very proud Principal of Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst which is a vibrant and inclusive community school made up of 1200 extraordinary students and 120 devoted members of staff.
I know that for someone wanting to advance in their teaching career whilst ensuring they get a sense of fulfilment, deciding on the right role and school is crucial - and it can also be more than a little daunting. With this in mind, I wanted to convey an honest and transparent account of who we are and what to expect – and what we expect in return. This is in the hope that I can help you make informed decisions and lay any preconceived notions to rest.
Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst is a truly remarkable school which has been on a rapid improvement journey for the past three years since it became part of the Tudor Grange Academies Trust family. As a learning community, we strongly believe that every student deserves equitable life chances, and that a high quality academic and holistic education is the key to raising aspirations and improving outcomes for all.
Our children are curious and creative, and we do whatever we can to encourage a lifelong love of learning and equip them with life skills that enable them to reach their full potential. We expect everyone within our school community to be ready, responsible, and respectful. These are our school values which can be seen and felt in every corner of school life. We ensure that by the time our young people leave Kingshurst, they are prepared and excited to take their next steps into further education, or embark on their career journey.
Anyone considering joining our school must share and understand our ethos, vision and values from the start. We know the power of quality education and the difference exceptional teaching can make to our students and their families. Therefore, we are on a mission to find exceptional educators and facilitators who share this belief and want to add value to the lives of young people.
I’m sure you will have looked at our past OFSTED ratings and may have some preconceived ideas about our academy. These will all form part of your decision-making process. We encourage you to apply due diligence when researching our school and speak to us directly. I urge you to look past this.
Please take a look at our recruitment video What is Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst about?
I feel incredibly privileged to serve this community and I will continue to do so with unswerving commitment and a promise that our young people will become responsible, respectful young adults who are ready to flourish in all aspects of life.
If you feel the same, I’d love to hear from you and would love for you to apply to our vacancies or join our talent pool.
Making a difference to so many young people is a total joy.
Tudor Grange Academy Kingshurst is truly a great place to be.
Nicola Crehan
Principal
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