Teacher of Design and Technology (0.4 FTE)

Kenton School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of the community in which we serve. With just over 1800 students, we are amongst the largest schools in the North East. At Kenton we are passionate about providing the very best education possible for young people in our city, our region and nationally and our strong and committed team share our vision of ensuring all our students not only reach their potential but that they are confident, happy and resilient students who treat each other with compassion and respect.

We pride ourselves in offering our students a broad and balanced curriculum with our Technology Team delivering Design and Technology, Engineering, Engineering Design, Motor Vehicles, Hospitality and Catering and Food and Cookery Skills.  

We are seeking a talented and inspiring specialist to join our team teaching Design and Technology across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.  If you are the person we are looking for, your excellent subject knowledge and practical skills will be underpinned by a passion for teaching and the ability to apply a range of teaching and learning strategies.   You will possess the ability to work effectively with all students, engaging them through exciting, yet challenging, lessons and embedding a culture of positive behaviour for learning.    

You will possess a flexible approach taking an active part in school life, such as attending parent evenings and open evenings.  You will also be proactive in responding to the changes to practical subjects that are required due to Covid-19.   And, most importantly, you will be committed to our school ethos of ‘all different, all equal,’ instilling high expectations in all our students.

Supporting information is available to download below. To apply, please click on Quick Apply where you will be taken to the application form.

Closing date: Noon on 14 May 2021

Kenton Schools Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers in our schools to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families.