Second in Department - DT
Priory Community School, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 6BP7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
21 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Full time/1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- TMS/UPS
Additional allowances
+ TLR available for the right candidate
What skills and experience we're looking for
What we’re looking for:
- A passionate teacher with strong subject knowledge in D&T, Engineering, or Construction.
- Experience teaching across KS3 and KS4, with a proven track record of securing positive outcomes for students.
- A desire and capacity to take on departmental leadership responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire, support and develop colleagues.
- A collaborative and forward-thinking approach to curriculum and pedagogy.
What the school offers its staff
At the Priory Learning Trust, we offer an incredible, comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..
- The PLaTform - Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
- Healthshield - Funded Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents, which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
- Discounted nursery fees for parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.
- Contributory pension scheme offering generous employer contribution rates.
- CPD opportunities both internally & externally.
- A very friendly school community with dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.
- Health & Fitness offers, including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health.
- A Cycle to Work scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Flu vaccinations on site, during the working day, free of charge.
Flexible working opportunities
We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and strive to accommodate a variety of working arrangements, so we encourage you to apply. At our school, we take staff workload seriously and prioritise creating a supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of a local Trust, our staff also benefit from collaborative opportunities and resources that come with being part of a wider community.
Further details about the role
Permanent
Full time/1.0 FTE
TMS/UPS + TLR available for the right candidate
Plus various Company Benefits
Are you ready for the next step in your teaching career? Are you passionate about Design & Technology and ready to help lead a thriving department?
We are seeking an outstanding and ambitious Teacher of Design & Technology to take on the role of Second in Department within our high-performing and forward-thinking D&T faculty. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the direction of Design & Technology at Priory Community School. You will support the Head of Department in leading curriculum planning, raising attainment, and ensuring excellent teaching and learning across all key stages. You will also contribute to staff development, help drive innovation in and lead by example in both teaching and professional conduct.
Join us and help shape the future of Design & Technology at Priory.
What we’re looking for:
- A passionate teacher with strong subject knowledge in D&T, Engineering, or Construction.
- Experience teaching across KS3 and KS4, with a proven track record of securing positive outcomes for students.
- A desire and capacity to take on departmental leadership responsibilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire, support and develop colleagues.
- A collaborative and forward-thinking approach to curriculum and pedagogy.
You will be joining a well-resourced department with:
- 3 purpose-built workshops,2 fully equipped Food rooms, a dedicated IT room, a supportive team of experienced technicians & strong support from senior leaders.
- A welcoming and collaborative department focused on student success and staff development.
- Access to excellent facilities and resources for teaching and learning.
Whether you are an experienced teacher ready to move into middle leadership, or an existing 2nd or subject leader looking for a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you.About Priory Community School:
Located in Worle, Weston-super-Mare, Priory is a large 11–16 comprehensive academy with a strong community ethos. We are part of The Priory Learning Trust and are committed to our core values of Aspiration, Integrity, and Respect. We put students first and expect the highest standards from both staff and students, creating an environment where everyone is supported to succeed. To arrange an informal conversation or visit, please visit www.pcsa.org.uk or contact us directly.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Priory Community School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1502 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Priory Community School website
- Email address
- hr@theplt.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01934 529357
Arranging a visit to Priory Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@theplt.org.uk.
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