Teacher of Food Technology

Position Start Date : 01 / 09 / 2025

Contract Type : Full-time

Contract Term : Permanent

Application Close : 31 / 07 / 2025 Midnight

Date of Interviews : tbc

The Basildon Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to DBS and health checks.

Due to continued growth in student numbers, we wish to appoint a Teacher of Food Technology to join our Upper Academy from September.

Position Available : September 2025

Our academy operates across two sites. The Lower Academy specialises in teaching Key Stage 3 students, whilst The Upper Academy focuses on Key Stage 4 and 5.

Food Technology constitutes a significant part of the timetable, alongside some Design and Technology. By joining us, you will become part of a well-established, collaborative team supported by skilled technicians.

We pride ourselves on being a truly inclusive academy, underpinned by our motto 'Aspire Believe Achieve'. The successful candidate will be passionate about inspiring students to achieve outstanding outcomes.

The Academies offer tailored and effective professional development support, providing opportunities to challenge staff at a high level. Staff are encouraged to take ownership of their learning journey, reflect on their practice, and support colleagues through Teacher Learning Communities. We promote an open-door culture that fosters good practice. Our commitment includes the SSAT Embedding Formative Assessment CPD programme for the next two years and support for staff in advancing their expertise and leadership through various internal and external programmes, including NPQ courses. We have a proven track record of developing staff from ITT to Headship.

Staff, including those new to teaching, feel valued. Leaders prioritize staff well-being. Ofsted 2019

If you can engage, motivate, and challenge students to make exceptional progress, please download and complete our application form and return it to our Recruitment & Cover Coordinator, Olivia Faustino - recruitment@basildonacademies.org.uk

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications or fill the position sooner than expected.

Information about the School

The Basildon Academies focus on developing the whole child. Our curriculum is designed to develop knowledge, understanding, and skills across a wide range of subjects, fostering lifelong learning. We set high expectations, creating a positive, safe, and orderly environment where students can reach their full potential.

Our Sixth Form emphasizes independent learning skills, similar to university settings, enabling students to continue their studies in their chosen subjects. Students are encouraged to engage actively in the life of the academy, developing skills for university or the workforce.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure safeguarding. Appropriate checks and clearances will be conducted.

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