Teacher of D&T, Construction & Engineering (The Discovery Academy)

JOB REFERENCE: 000163 The Discovery Academy

Discovery Drive

Stoke-on-Trent

ST2 0GA

Principal: Ms J Schofield

Required: September 2023

Teacher of D&T, Construction & Engineering

MPS/UPS £28,000 - £43,685

The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional who will work collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful applicant will need experience of teaching and will be committed to widening participation, inclusive learning and equal opportunities. You will have a real empathy for the needs and concerns of young people together with a flair for working as part of a team. This is a fantastic opportunity for inspiring and aspirational individuals to join a creative, supportive, and successful faculty.

At the Discovery Academy our purpose is to ‘achieve outstanding academic success for every child whilst developing the ASPIRE skills, values, and behaviours to lead fulfilling lives.’ ‘Aspire’ represents the aims, values, and behaviours that we strive towards (Ambitious; Skilled; Positive; Independent; Respectful; Equipped) and our curriculum is designed to support students in reaching these. Alongside a curriculum that offers breadth and ambition, strong pastoral support ensures students are kept safe and are well looked after and ensures a sense of family is felt throughout the Academy.

The Academy boasts outstanding facilities, a state-of-the-art learning environment and was judged ‘Good’ following an inspection by Ofsted in January 2019. Our growth programme includes a £2 million additional teaching facility, as well as the benefits a large Academy can offer, such as a comprehensive professional development and leadership opportunities.

Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment.This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other stringent vetting and induction processes.Please note, references will be sought, and an online social media check completed for all shortlisted candidatesprior to interview.

If you feel that the position is of an interest, you have the right experience and skills and are ready for fresh challenges, then we would love to hear from you.For an application form and recruitment pack please see our website, https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk

Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

The Alpha Academies Trust requires an application form to be completed, please note CV’s alone will not be accepted. Should you wish to apply, completed application forms should be sent to apply@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk quoting the job reference number detailed above.

Closing Date for this Post: Monday 15th May 2023 at 9:00am

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed