Food Technology Teacher (Grade 3)

Experience of working with students with Autistic Spectrum Conditions is desirable. The role is suitable for ECTs/NQTs.

Hours -  37.5 hours per week

Salary -  £27,242.00 with annual increments

Location -  Inscape House School, Cheadle, Stockport

Reporting to -  Relevant Deputy Head

For 150 years we’ve been championing and caring for people with disabilities, autism and complex health needs providing life-changing support for care-experienced people.

Today we’re one of the North West’s leading disability charities. We help children, adults, parents and carers, delivering individual care, support and education to thousands of people each year.

Inscape House School is a non-maintained ASC specialist day school for children and young people aged 5 to 19 years. It is part of the Together Trust, a charity that has been providing care, education and support in the North West of England since 1870. The post holder will be a member of the Inscape House School or Post 16 department on the Cheadle campus. 

We are looking to recruit a Food Technology Teacher to support our KS2, KS3 and Champions and Explorers cohort adapting teaching to the needs of pupils with Autistic Spectrum Conditions. 

What can you bring to our classroom….?

We are seeking an individual with high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge both academically and socially, creating a safe and stimulating learning environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect taking into account pupils’ sensory needs.

This role requires working with Educational Assistants (EA’s) to facilitate learning, ensuring all support positively impacts on the development of every pupil’s independence.

An essential part of this role is a secure knowledge of the Food Technology curriculum and an understanding of the National Curriculum and the demands it places on children with additional needs.

There is a requirement for occasional attendance at evening meetings, course attendance, and home visits outside normal school hours. Normal arrangements regarding school holidays apply.

An essential of this role is to have Qualified Teacher Status with a primary or secondary teaching qualification. If qualified to secondary, subject specialism should be relevant.

Do you have experience of working with children who have autism and communication difficulties co-morbid with learning difficulties, ADHD, Mental health and/or sensory processing issues? Can you display successful experience of working with pupils displaying challenging behaviour?

We are seeking an individual with a commitment to the ethos, vision and values of the school and the Together Trust and a strong commitment to working co-operatively with parents.

To learn more about this rewarding role within Together Trust, please see the attached Job Description.

If you would like additional information about this role, please email jobs@togethertrust.org.uk

Take a look at our video….. https://youtu.be/HYwvUmJuJhY

This position may be withdrawn early should the ideal candidate be found prior to the closing date therefore early applicants are encouraged.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 4 October 2022 at 10am with interviews taking place on Tuesday 11 October 2022.