Teacher of DT
Backwell School, Bristol, BS48 3BXThis job expired on 5 March 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
5 March 2021 at 9am
Date listed
13 February 2021
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Circa £25,714 - £41,604
Teacher of DT job summary
Backwell School is to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of Design Technology from 1 September 2021 on a permanent full time basis.
An inspirational and innovative qualified teacher is required to join our Art and Design Technology Department of 10 teachers and one technician. The successful candidate will be able to teach Food Technology to KS4 and preferably to KS5. The ability to teach other elements of DT to KS4, or even KS5 level, would be beneficial.
The post has arisen due to the retirement of a long standing member of staff within the team. This is a small but passionate department who are always looking for ways to improve and enhance the curriculum offering to students.
The Design Technology team is led by our Subject Leader for DT and sits within the Art and Design Technology area overseen by the Curriculum Leader for Art and Design Technology. We have recently moved to assessment without levels and are currently working on developing a knowledge rich curriculum across the all key stages. The new post holder will be expected to contribute to continuing developments within the Art and Design Department and the wider school.
We are looking for someone who can:
• be an inspirational classroom teacher who is dedicated to provide high quality teaching and learning.
• drive students to raise standards to achieve at all levels; and
• demonstrate commitment to the values and core beliefs of Backwell School
Backwell School is a part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership Multi-Academy Trust. In 2020, Ofsted judged both the School and the Sixth Form to be ‘Good’. At present, the School has 1,700 students in Years 7 to 11 and 380 in the Sixth Form.
Our Trust values excellence and collaboration and has a key focus on staff development will deliver exciting and effective learning to our children and young people. Backwell School also leads the North Somerset Teaching Alliance (NSTA) program for trainee teaching staff.
What we have to offer
Backwell School offers its staff a vibrant and stimulating teaching environment and there is a broad range of professional support available for new members of staff both within the department and in the wider school. At Backwell School we prioritise staff wellbeing; planning time is generous with full time teachers teaching a maximum of 51 lessons out of 60. Our induction programme is highly regarded and new teacher can expect to be assigned a mentor in addition to professional development support.
Backwell School provides a fantastic benefits package inclusive of:-
• A contributory pension scheme
• A broad employee assistance programme and benefits (offering discounts on shopping and healthcare)
• Cycle to work scheme and on-site parking
•Wellbeing support
•As a Teaching School, we also offer support to staff looking for career progression.
How to apply
Before making an application candidates are asked to match their qualifications, experience, skills and abilities against the criteria listed in the job information pack. Applications can be made via eteach.
The closing date for applications is Friday 5th March at 9.00am. Interviews will be planned after the next anticipated Government update regarding the reopening of schools. Those who are successful from shortlisting, will be contacted to advise of the interview arrangements.
Backwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are unable to accept CVs as an application submittal. Our school adopts Safer Recruitment practice and requires all our applicants to fill in a LSP Application Form via E-Teach
Commitment to safeguarding
The Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Backwell School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in its community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.
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About Backwell School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1687 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Backwell School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@backwellschool.net
- Phone number
- 01275463371
Backwell School is a large, vibrant, very popular mixed comprehensive school situated in Backwell, North Somerset, about 6 miles south of Bristol. Backwell School is a part of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership Multi-Academy Trust. In 2020, Ofsted judged both the School and the Sixth Form to be ‘Good’. At present, the School has 1,700 students in Years 7 to 11 and 380 in the Sixth Form.
Our Trust values excellence and collaboration and has a key focus on staff development will deliver exciting and effective learning to our children and young people. Backwell School also leads the North Somerset Teaching Alliance (NSTA) program for trainee teaching staff.
Backwell School became an academy in 2011 and joined the Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) multi-academy trust in January 2018. The LSP currently consists of two other large local secondary school as well as many primary schools in the local area. We have strong links with colleagues in the Trust which allows us to create CPD, collaboration and information sharing opportunities.
Backwell School is situated in an attractive semi-rural location to the south of Bristol. Backwell itself is a village with a strong sense of community and the school is located next door to the leisure centre with swimming pool. Other nearby towns include Nailsea, Yatton and Portishead (listed in the top 10 suburbs in the UK) and staff live in locations such as these or in Bristol itself. The South West is a beautiful part of the world with excellent links to London and the North. Devon, Cornwall and Wales are within easy reach and Bristol Airport is only 3 miles from Backwell.
Arranging a visit to Backwell School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@backwellschool.net.
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