Food Technology Teacher (Full Time / Part Time)

TSAT; Chatham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join The Victory Academy as a Food Technology Teacher and become a vital part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering student achievement. You will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons in Food Technology while ensuring all students reach their potential in a supportive environment. This role offers the chance to contribute to exciting new developments such as expanding the Sixth Form and creating a Specialist Resource Provision for students needing extra support.

Benefits

Competitive pay scales

Performance Related Pay

Teacher Pension Scheme

Collaborative support

In-house training provision

Chartered Teacher Status

Staff Wellbeing Focus

Fitness and Wellness

TSAT Benefits Portal

Qualifications

• Strong classroom practitioner with high expectations.
• Passionate about teaching Food Technology across Years 7-13.
• Knowledge of current curriculum developments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a stimulating Food Technology curriculum.
• Ensure all students achieve their best.
• Contribute to the development of the DT team.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Effective communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

About The Role

Do you want to work in a supportive environment with great plans for the future?

The Victory Academyare seeking a motivated and enthusiasticFood Technology Teacher to join their DT Team teaching across Years 7-13. You will join our team of creative and committed professionals, who are passionate about teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will be a strong and effective classroom practitioner with high expectations for our students to ensure that they all achieve their very best. You will be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum, encompassing GCSE Food Technology and will have a thorough knowledge of present curriculum developments. Our Curriculum can be viewedhere.

This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our Sixth Form provision with newstate-of-the-art facilities for our growing Sixth Form, together with establishing a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP)intended for students requiring additional support for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

We welcome enquiries and applications from ECT’s and qualified teachers.

This is a full time position, however part time hours could be considered and can be discussed at interview.

About Us

At The Victory Academy, we pride ourselves on being awelcoming and caring school. Our strong staff-pupil relationships create an environment where students know that we’ve got their back and genuinely care about their well-being - even those who find learning challenging. Here, pupils celebrate and respect each other’s uniqueness, echoing one student’s sentiment:

“You can be who you want to be here.” (Ofsted 2023)

Our site and buildings provide an inspiring backdrop for growth and discovery. With excellent resources at your fingertips, you’ll thrive as an educator. We boast a robust arts education program, including a prestigiousPlatinum Artsmark award—an achievement held by less than 1% of schools in England.

We believe in the individuality of each person. Every member of our community possesses unique gifts and talents, which we nurture and channel. Our curriculum ensures that all students, regardless of their starting points, achieve their academic potential. When they leave The Victory Academy, they’ll be dynamic contributors to society.To find out more about our school, please click here.

Join us in shaping the future! Apply today and be part of our vibrant educational community

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

To learn more about our Trust click here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Internationally Accredited Pedagogy: Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.
• Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
  
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our on-site staff car park.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our school, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We encourage visits to our schools, please contact Aimee Green ([e-mail]) to arrange a visit.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please [e-mail]