Teacher of Technology

Wade Deacon Trust; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Teacher of Technology to inspire and motivate students. This role offers the chance to work with eager learners in a supportive environment, focusing on high-quality teaching and learning. The school prides itself on its commitment to professional development, ensuring that staff have the tools and opportunities to excel in their careers. If you are an innovative educator with a strong moral purpose, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives and contribute to the school's success.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status are essential.
• Evidence of professional development and strong behaviour management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and motivate students in Design Technology, maintaining high standards.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to school improvement.

Skills

Professional Development

Student Motivation

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Qualified Teacher Status

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Establishment: The Grange Academy Location: Runcorn Salary: £31,650 - £49,084 Department: Design Technology Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4

Closing Date: 07/05/2025 09:00 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: MPS/ UPS

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, energetic and enthusiastic Teacher of Technology who is forward thinking, innovative, with ambition and moral purpose to support the development of our students.

We pride ourselves on high expectations, a commitment to ensuring pupil progress and high-quality teaching and learning. You will share these values and be able to enthuse and motivate our pupils with your passion and creative teaching, presence and personality. You will be ambitious and will embrace being part of moving our School forward. This role is suitable for ECTs.

We can offer you fantastic, eager children and supportive parents. Our dynamic and friendly staff are passionate about raising standards and aspirations for all children.

Our school is well resourced and has a supportive and reflective Senior Leadership Team, Governing Body and Multi Academy Trust. We have a whole school commitment to professional development as we believe that development of staff is a key aspect in raising standards for our pupils. As a member of the Wade Deacon Trust, we can offer you numerous exciting opportunities to further develop your career.

A comprehensive programme of CPD supports colleagues at all career stages; through the Multi-Academy Trust we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff. Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.

Application form and further details are available via the Trust website:

Wade Deacon Trust Vacancies

The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.

Qualifications

1. Degree in a relevant subject Essential
2. Graduate and qualified Teacher Status Essential

Skills

1. Evidence of appropriate professional development Essential
2. Relate to and motivate students Essential
3. Possess good behaviour management strategies Essential

Experience/Knowledge

1. Experience of successful teaching as evidenced by adding value to student achievements Essential
2. Have a thorough working knowledge of the curriculum as it relates to this subject Essential
3. Knowledge of examination syllabus requirements in specialist subject(s) at KS4 Essential
4. Understand how ICT can be used to enhance students’ learning Essential
5. Good level of ICT literacy, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and email Essential

Personal Attributes

1. Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and to deal politely and tactfully with a wide range of people Essential
2. Ability to work as part of a team Essential
3. Reliable, honest and trustworthy Essential

Organisational Fit

1. Committed to safeguarding the welfare of young people Essential
2. Ability to plan own work and work on own initiative Essential
3. Ability to prioritise work to achieve deadlines Essential

The Wade Deacon Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure. All applicants should read the school’s Safeguarding/Child Protection policy and Safer Recruitment Policy, which are available on our websites.

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