Teacher of DT - Full-time

Greenacre Academy, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-4174-105T
• Posted:21/05/2025
• Pay:Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale
• Start Date:January 2026
• App Close Date:06/06/2025 at 13:00
• Interviews:Friday 20th June 2025

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Are you a passionate Design & Technology Teacher with a flair for engineering? We are a thriving,

mixed 11–18 non-selective school of 1800 students, currently on an exciting journey of rapid

improvement and transformation. With a clear vision for success and a commitment to high-quality

teaching and learning, we are looking for an inspiring DT teacher to help shape the future of our

dynamic department.

Our large and vibrant Sixth Form boasts strong student numbers and a fantastic uptake in DT and

Engineering at KS5, reflecting the growing enthusiasm and talent in these areas. This is a fantastic

opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team, where your ideas and expertise will be valued

and your passion for engineering can truly flourish.

Whether you're an experienced practitioner or an enthusiastic ECT, if you’re ready to make a real

impact and empower students through practical, future-focused learning, we’d love to hear from

you.

Be part of something exceptional – join us and help build the engineers of tomorrow!

In return, we will offer you:

• An incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• Comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD
• Care first employee assistance programme
• Non-contributory membership of Benenden private health care cover
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Two-week half term in October
• Cycle To Work Scheme

For further details on this role and to apply please complete an application form which can be found on the school’s careers page Our Vacancies | The Walderslade & Greenacre Schools Partnership

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Louise Campbell on 01634 861593 or via email campl313@wgsp.org.uk

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications. 

Safeguarding Commitment

Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".

Equality & Inclusivity Statement

At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.

Information about the school

The Greenacre School merged with Walderslade Girls School in 2024 to become Walderslade & Greenacre Schools Partnership and are part of The Beyond Schools Trust.

Our school is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every student. We believe in creating a positive and highly aspirational environment where each child can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Our mission is to ensure that every student feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their highest potential.

Due to the overwhelming success of our schools and with extremely positive recognition from both DfE and Ofsted, we are looking to expand our staffing team to fully emerge as the leading school with true skills for life for all of our pupils.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs L Campbell
• Address:157 Walderslade Road, Walderslade, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0LE
• Telephone: 01634 861 593
• Email: office@wgsp.org.uk

Fax: 01634 869 246

Documents

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• Candidate Pack