Teacher of Design and Technology

We wish to appoint an exceptional teacher of Design and Technology to support the future development of our very successful Technology department within Yewlands Academy. The successful candidate would teach KS3 and KS4, and will ideally have a specialism in teaching product design, although we welcome applications from other specialisms such as food and textiles.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers and NQTs/ECTs. It goes without saying that we will support you, develop you and above all welcome you into our ambitious team and rapidly improving school. 

We are looking for a teacher who: 

·        Is a talented professional who wants to provide every student with a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background

·        Is committed to raising and maintaining outcomes in Technology

·        Is enthusiastic and has passion for the curriculum and the potential of every student

·        Has vision, drive and flair as you join our supportive and forward thinking staff team

·        Has a genuine commitment to making a positive contribution to Yewlands Academy and its community

The role will focus upon:

•      The quality of teaching and learning

•      Assessment and monitoring of performance

•      The curriculum at Key Stage 3 & 4 and transition

•      Capturing and sharing best practice with colleagues

We can offer:

·        A hardworking and enthusiastic technology department with outstanding technician support.

·        Well resourced workshops, IT suite and a newly equipped textiles classroom.

·        Fantastic students

·        High quality professional development and support

·        Opportunities to work with colleagues across an ambitious and forward-thinking

·        2-18+ Sheffield Trust

·        A chance to make a real difference to the lives of children

At Yewlands Academy, we pride ourselves on having a strong ethos, based on mutual respect and care, celebrating our diversity and recognising success. We constantly strive to improve the life chances of our students by ensuring the highest levels of achievement.

To arrange an informal chat please contact Executive Assistant, Sharon Fort, by email SFort@brigantiatrust.net 

All candidates are expected to read our Safeguarding Policy which can be found here Yewlands Academy - Policies

Brigantia 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. The successful candidates will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) form in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.