Teacher of Food Technology
Dagenham Park CofE School
Barking and Dagenham
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Inner London Pay Scales: MPS (£36,745 - £47,666)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 4 November 2024
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, forward-thinking Teacher of Food Technology with energy, intellectual capacity, and determination to join our successful Art and Design department, and make a difference to the lives, aspirations, and opportunities of our young people. You will be required to teach a few hours of Art a week as well.
The successful applicant will be an outstanding professional who takes pride in their work and is determined to develop the teaching of Food so that students of all abilities enjoy their learning and are motivated to succeed.
We can offer you the opportunity to deliver theory and practical lessons where you will inspire students to appreciate nutrition and culinary techniques that cover a range of food technology topics and concepts.
The Art and Design department has a reputation for excellence reflecting the strong quality of teaching and learning. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to be part of a successful, friendly, and dedicated team committed to ensuring every student achieves their true potential.
The school, who achieved the Ofsted rating ‘Good’ in January 2020, is located within easy reach of central London via the District Line and is easily accessible via the A13. There is a high-quality induction and extensive in-house CPD program available to staff as part of our strong commitment to staff development with a wide range of experience in the DP6 (Sixth Form) team. All staff have access to our modern and open café facilities and regular social events organised by the school’s Well being Committee.
Dagenham Park Church of England School is a diverse school and is dedicated to inclusive learning for all. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community including persons with disabilities. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process including a Disclosure Check will be undertaken on all applicants.
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About Dagenham Park CofE School
Dagenham Park is a Church of England denominational, co-educational secondary school with Sixth Form situated in East London. As of the most recent inspection, there were 1,394 students on the school roll, of which 164 were in sixth form. The nearest London Underground station is Dagenham Heathway on the District Line.
Headteacher - Chris Ash
Values and Vision
Dagenham Park Church of England School is a truly inclusive school; committed to developing each individual, nurturing their talents and aspirations in order to develop confident young people who are ready for the challenges of adult life in the modern world. The school strives to inspire learners to excellence, stretching them academically and harnessing their creative energies so that they can make a full contribution to the school, wider community and beyond.
As a Voluntary Controlled Church of England school Dagenham Park is open to those of all faiths and none. The school aims to serve its community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice. It encourages an understanding of the meaning and significance of faith and promotes Christian values through the experience it offers to all its students.
Awards
- English Team of the Year 2017 TES Awards Winner
- Shortlisted Creative School of the Year 2018 TES Awards
- Shortlisted for Inclusive School of the Year TES Awards 2023
- SSAT Educational Outcomes Award 2015 and 2016.
GCSE Performance 2017
- Progress 8 score is above the national average at 0.18.
- Students achieving a Grade 4 and above in English and Mathematics is 52% .
- The English Department achieved a Progress 8 score of 0.9 in 2016 placing them in the top 1% in the country.
- Results in Languages were placed in the top 20% of schools for progress.
- 34% of students achieved the English Baccalaureate.
Please click here for School Performance Tables.
Ofsted
Dagenham Park Church of England School was last inspected on 21st January 2020 in which the school received an a report and rating - GOOD.
Dagenham Park Church of England School continues to be a good school.
Leaders have reviewed what they want pupils to learn and when they want them to learn it in all subject areas. This means that learning is planned and sequenced so that pupils can remember more and develop their skills. Leaders’ actions mean that pupils achieve well at this school. Teachers check that pupils can recall previous lessons through ‘do now’ activities. Teachers implement leaders’ plans well. Pupils’ books include good-quality work and show how the pupils are learning the planned subject content. Teachers and pupils assess the work in books and pupils correct their mistakes and misunderstandings
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