Teacher of Food Technology
Paignton Academy, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3WA15 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
9 June 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 May 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Food technology
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £25,600 - £40,000 for hours stated
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Teacher of Food Technology to deliver high quality lessons from September 2025. If you are an excellent classroom practitioner, who is flexible, dedicated and passionate about delivering exceptional learning experiences, then we want to hear from you.
Food sits within the Design & Technology faculty comprised of Construction, Design & Technology and Food. There is a Faculty Leader with each subject benefiting from a subject lead. In addition, there are two Food technicians to support the delivery of high-quality lessons. The Design & Technology department is undergoing rapid improving and is a popular subject at the school with high take up at Key Stage 4. As a school, we are committed to seeing this key faculty grow and develop. Given our location and the opportunities that exist for links with the hospitality trade, we want this faculty to play a key role in delivering for our students our mantra of ‘genuinely memorable experiences’.
Our Food department delivers strong outcomes and is a very popular option at Level 2. We are therefore seeking to appoint a Teacher of Food Technology to meet the next stage of growth and development.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?
We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:
- Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
- Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
- CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development including Chartered Teacher status, regular MAT meets to share best practice and range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
- TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Next Steps
If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contactSara Robotham (Office Manager) via emailsrm@tsatrust.org.ukto arrange an informal conversation about the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Further details about the role
At Paignton Academy, we focus on developing well-rounded students who excel academically and grow socially, emotionally, and morally. We inspire our students to be kind, resilient, and responsible, preparing them to face challenges and contribute positively to society.
Why Paignton Academy?
- Strong Relationships:We value respectful connections between students, staff, and parents, working together to ensure student success.
- Love of Learning:We foster a passion for lifelong learning, helping students grow into curious, well-rounded individuals.
- Community & Pride:We instill pride in both our school and the local community, empowering students to make a positive impact.
Why Work With Us?
- A supportive, collaborative environment that encourages professional growth.
- Access to unlimited development opportunities through the Thinking Schools Academy Trust.
- A commitment to well-being, ensuring a positive and rewarding work experience.
- A shared vision of success, with a focus on helping every student achieve their very best.
If you're passionate about shaping young lives and helping students reach their full potential, come join our team at Paignton Academy!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About Paignton Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1528 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Paignton Academy website
- Email address
- simon.arnold@tsatrust.org.uk
At Paignton Academy, we seek to develop all students, both academically and socially, as well as culturally and emotionally. During their time at Paignton Academy, we will ensure that students receive excellent teaching and learning within a highly disciplined but supportive environment, so that they have the very best opportunity to be their best self. More than this, we also develop a deep sense of social, civic and personal responsibility within our students.
We set very high expectations and focus on areas such as kindness and community whilst ensuring that good work, citizenship, progress and attainment is always formally recognised and celebrated throughout the school.
‘Leaders and staff promote a sense of belonging at Paignton Academy, with the view that ‘we may be two sites but we are one school’ Osfted July 2022
Arranging a visit to Paignton Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email simon.arnold@tsatrust.org.uk.
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