Teacher of Technology (Temporary in the first instance) - September 2020

The successful candidate will potentially teach pupils across the full age and ability range and will be expected to teach Technology at KS3 - Child Development and Food Technology/Hospitality and Catering at KS4.

As a classroom practitioner, candidates must have strong organisational skills, high expectations of all pupils, be a robust professional and have a desire to work closely as part of a collaborative team. 

Our department consists of an experienced team of enthusiastic and skilled teachers and has dedicated classroom and technician support.

We are housed in purpose built facilities that include workshops, food rooms and textiles areas.  We benefit from having dedicated CAD/CAM facilities.

We operate a carousel system at KS3 and the students benefit from 3 hours over a two week timetable.  The carousel currently has three broad areas of study, resistant materials, textiles and food.  In year 7 we ask teachers to support transition by teaching the same class over the whole year, teaching all elements of the carousel.

At KS4 we are in the process of introducing more vocational courses.  Constructing the built Environment and Hospitality and Catering are new courses from September 2020.

Shortlisting will be carried out according to criteria which will be assessed using the completed application form and the letter of application that should accompany it. In this letter it would be helpful if you describe the core beliefs which shape your approach to teaching and learning, the impact you have had in your own classroom, and the impact you have had on the practice of other teachers. In essence, we want to know what you can offer our academy and our pupils.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email or phone.  We have yet to finalise the arrangements for the appointment process during these unprecedented times, but it is expected that there will be one or more conversations and ‘interviews’, via phone, Skype or other remote conferencing software. Although these are unusual times, the process will still be designed to give candidates every possible opportunity to demonstrate their strengths

To apply, complete our application form found within this advert.  Should you have any queries or require further clarification of any of the information relating to this post, please email:  recruitment@lordlawson.org.uk

We look forward to hearing from you. 

Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy is an equal opportunities employer.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.