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Teacher of Food Technology - Full-time

Valley Park School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-4249-500T
  • Posted:14/10/2020
  • Pay:VIAT MPS
  • Start Date:January 2021
  • App Close Date:09/11/2020 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBA

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Food Technology Teacher

 

Closing date:     9 November 2020

Start date:          January 2021

Interviews:         TBA

Pay scale:            MPS

 

Valley Park School reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Are you the outstanding leader for whom we are looking? Are you….

  • An experienced Food Technology teacher?
  • Passionate about teaching and learning?
  • Always striving for excellence in student outcomes?
  • An advocate of all students feeling valued, safe and happy?
  • Ready to work with a large successful team?
  • Committed to making the best provision for all students?

Valley Park School (Maidstone, Kent) is both a very highly respected and over-subscribed school and we are able to offer a unique and rare opportunity for you to join our Design and Technology department from January 2021. We would like the right candidate to help drive the department further in our vision.

This is a role for a committed and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its students and staff. We have a strong ethos at Valley Park School and we are looking for a visionary team-worker who would fit into our established workforce. This post is suitable for an outstanding and experienced teacher, who has, ideally but not exclusively, experience of working in a driven school. The role is intended for candidates who have had previous successful experience or who has demonstrated leadership potential.

Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves to aspire to provide excellence in care, education and opportunities. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across our Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is also available to provide: networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment we want to meet you.

This post comes with a range of benefits including:

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Funded CPD opportunities

If you are interested in this role, please download the application form and send your completed application to recruitment@valleypark.viat.org.uk .

 

Information about the school

Valley Park School is a large mixed secondary school with a vibrant Sixth Form and an Arts-rich environment. Set within the Valley Invicta Academies Trust (VIAT) main campus, based in Maidstone, the school has enviable indoor and outdoor facilities, including a state-of-the-art Sports Hall. There is a strong co-curricular programme, providing students with opportunities beyond the classroom.

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to study some subjects at Invicta Grammar School, also set within the VIAT campus.

Valley Park prides itself on aspiring for every student to reach their full potential, with encouragement to engage in the Creative Arts – a resounding strength of the school.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 661671

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.