Design and Technology Teacher

Overview

Up to £55,277 + Excellent Benefits

Please note:

The successful candidate will be expected to teach across a range of subjects within the Design and Technology curriculum, including Food Technology, Design & Technology and Art.

We are a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs. Hilden Park School serves up to 72 children aged 8 to 16 and focuses on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s and Speech, Language and Communication needs. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of a brand new, state-of-the-art setting in Tonbridge and across the wider community.

• Teach across Design and Technology subjects as required, including Food Technology, Design & Technology and Art.
• Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs to learn, develop abilities and raise self-esteem.
• Demonstrate resilience and dedication; celebrate progress and positive change in pupils.
• Collaborate with in-house psychologists, teaching assistants and therapy professionals to support pupil development.
• Contribute to a well-resourced school environment and participate in building a rewarding teaching career within the group.

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday:
  Full school holidays
• Progression:
  Many leaders have been promoted from within
• Flexible benefits:
  Options such as life insurance
• Pension:
  Teachers’ Pension and TPS options
• Wellbeing:
  Employee assistance and wellbeing tools
• Medical cover and discounts
• Excellent facilities and working environments
• Refer-a-friend scheme

• Previous teaching experience and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Ability to relate subject content to pupils and build strong relationships within the class.
• Enthusiasm and expertise to contribute to department development.

Equality, inclusion and safeguarding:
We value diversity and are committed to inclusive recruitment and workplace practices. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.