2nd in DT (Food Technology, Health & Social Care and Child Development)

The Streetly Academy, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2EX

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Autumn Term / September 2026

• Closing date

  4 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  23 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Design and technology, Food technology, Health and social care
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £42,975.00 - £59,982.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS + TLR 2B £5874 pa and benefits

2nd in DT (Food Technology, Health & Social Care and Child Development) job summary

The Academy offers a unique blend of tradition and forward-thinking practice, seeking the highest standards of behaviour and appearance while embracing new technologies and continuously improving teaching, learning and assessment. We are proud of our sport specialism and our PRIDE values, rooted in the Olympic and Paralympic values, which underpin all aspects of academy life.

We can offer you;

Dedicated Food Technician to support with preparation and organisation

A large and successful sixth form

A considerate employer with regard for your well-being and priorities

A health care plan covering dental, physiotherapy and eye care, alongside counselling and fast-track consultant appointments

Excellent professional development and clear opportunities for progression through our extensive CPD programme

Chromebook devices for all staff and students to support innovative teaching and reduce workload

Friendly, supportive colleagues and a collaborative departmental culture

Polite, well-mannered students who take pride in their appearance and achievements

A wide variety of clubs, trips, events and enrichment opportunities

Free onsite parking and access to our onsite gym and padel tennis courts

We are looking for;

An experienced teacher to work alongside the Head of Design and Technology to improve the teaching and learning provision, with a specific focus on Food Technology, Health & Social Care and Child Development.

A qualified and enthusiastic team player who has a passion to teach a range of subjects and an ability to bring it to life in the classroom.

A teacher who is committed to delivering active and engaging learning, which enthuses young people and motivates them to want to succeed

A teacher who can set targets that stretch and challenge students of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions

A teacher with a continued commitment to their own professional development

A teacher that has the ability to teach Food Technology KS3-KS5 and/or experience/willingness to teach Health & Social Care and Child Development KS4 - KS5.

Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers. The successful applicant will be supported by an excellent department and will have the opportunity to complete the Level 1 TEEP (Teacher Effectiveness Enhancement Programme) as part of their professional development.

If you are looking to join a progressive school and a department that thrives on Teamwork, good humour and high standards please apply

The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 4th May 2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 11th May 2026.

We warmly welcome visits to the school—please do take the opportunity to see The Streetly Academy at work.

The Streetly Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches will be carried out as part of due diligence checks for shortlisted candidates. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a prohibition from teaching check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Streetly Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1500 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Streetly Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-streetly-academy

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