Teacher of Design and Technology Construction or Engineering

Teaching Vacancies; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stoke-on-Trent seeks an enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology. The role involves teaching students in Key Stages 3 and 4 while collaborating with other professionals to ensure high standards and support for every student. Ideal candidates should have qualified teacher status and strong communication skills in English. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Good pension scheme with employer contributions

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must be able to converse at ease with public, staff, and students in English.
• Experience in teaching and engaging with students essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Design and Technology, Construction or Engineering.
• Collaborate with colleagues to raise standards.
• Support students in achieving success.

Skills

Ability to converse in accurate spoken English

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Design and Technology, Construction or Engineering to join our strong team of highly motivated professionals who work collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.

The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English.

At the heart of everything we do is an unremitting desire for our students to become successful and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to our academy and the wider community. To do this, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners. Do you want to be a part of this success? If you do, we would love to receive your application.

Our Purpose

At the Discovery Academy our purpose is that we are committed to "delivering ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success". As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment.

What the school offers its staff

Why Discovery?

The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent. It boasts a £21 million building with world class facilities, including extensive sport and recreation areas. The building design has a faculty-based organisation in which subject areas are co-located to foster collaboration and project-based learning opportunities. There are an extensive range of vocational and academic facilities across the Academy.

The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.

Benefits of Working for Our Trust

The Trust offers a benefits package which includes:

• a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 28.68%
• discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym
• free on-site parking
• subsidised meals
• Cyclescheme
• Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services

Alpha Academies are committed to staff development, and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.

Safeguarding and Equality

We’re Disability Confident! Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at [e-mail] to discuss.

Commitment to safeguarding: The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.