Teacher of Design & Technology

The Priory Learning Trust (Somerset Business Award winner for Employer of the Year) is looking to recruit a Teacher of Design Technology to work at The King Alfred School - An Academy, rated 'Good' by Ofsted November 2022. A school at the heart of the community, where we believe it is our role to develop the next generation into successful citizens. The school is looking for an outstanding classroom teacher with the passion and creativity to teach DTto KS3 and KS4. Working in a department of multi-skilled teachers and leaders. The ideal candidate would be able to create engaging and innovative lesson plans, demonstrate effective teaching practices and have strong behaviour management skills. We are looking for a talented, creative teacher to join our successful and forward thinking D&T team. This is an exciting time to join our school as we embark on our next stage of development. Within D&T there are 4 workshops, 3 Food rooms and we are supported by an excellent technician team and SLT. If you are a driven teacher who has the capability to achieve excellent outcomes, then we would really like to hear from you. The key is that you are enthusiastic and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive DT teaching team. The King Alfred School Academy is a happy school where staff and students enjoy working together. We provide a calm purposeful learning environment where all students are supported and encouraged to 'do their best'. Our ethos is strong with core values of respect, tolerance and courtesy. We set high standards of behaviour and promote respect and responsibility - values needed to support our young people in being successful throughout their lives. At TKASA, we also look after our colleagues. We offer high quality development opportunities and a supportive, dynamic and diverse workplace, highly supported by a hands-on team in all areas, from support, to teaching, to senior leadership. The school hold high expectations for all students, so we require a passionate teacher who can support students achieve their best. If you are a dedicated teacher, able to form excellent educational relationships with students, we would love to hear from you. As part of this role, you will;

• Identify clear learning and teaching objectives and specifying how they will be taught and assessed.
• Set tasks which challenge students and ensure a high level of interest.
• Set high expectations for students' behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and through positive and productive relationships.
• Identify the needs of individuals and groups within the class, taking note of individual education plans and the requirements of the Code of Practice, tailoring the teaching to take account of their identified needs.
  
  Qualified Teacher Status.
• Passion for a specialist subject.
• Relevant teaching experience in KS3 and KS4.
  
  The PLaTform - Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
• Healthshield - A fully funded Healthcare Scheme which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
• Discounted nursery fees at our Academy pre schools.
• CPD opportunities both internally & externally.
• A very friendly school community with dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.
About The Priory Learning Trust: TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a first-class education to a wide range of children, from all backgrounds. At our heart is a passion to put 'Students First' and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence, shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also high-achieving, successful schools. We strive for partnerships between students, families, staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also 'cherish' our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support, training, and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals, we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more, regardless of their background. TPLT is also a successful Training School Alliance. This has been a great foundation on which to build for excellence. We know that this key focus on staff development will deliver exciting and effective learning to our children and young people. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as 'Spent' under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity. Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, online searches and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Please see the following links to our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy and Recruitment and Selection policy