Second in Department - DT

Permanent

Full time/1.0 FTE

TMS/UPS TLR available for the right candidate

Plus various Company Benefits

Are you ready for the next step in your teaching career Are you passionate about Design & Technology and ready to help lead a thriving department

We are seeking an outstanding and ambitious Teacher of Design & Technology to take on the role of Second in Department within our highperforming and forwardthinking D&T faculty.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the direction of Design & Technology at Priory Community School. You will support the Head of Department in leading curriculum planning raising attainment and ensuring excellent teaching and learning across all key stages. You will also contribute to staff development help drive innovation in and lead by example in both teaching and professional conduct.

Join us and help shape the future of Design & Technology at Priory.

What were looking for:

• A passionate teacher with strong subject knowledge in D&T Engineering or Construction.
• Experience teaching across KS3 and KS4 with a proven track record of securing positive outcomes for students.
• A desire and capacity to take on departmental leadership responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire support and develop colleagues.
• A collaborative and forwardthinking approach to curriculum and pedagogy.

You will be joining a wellresourced department with:

3 purposebuilt workshops 2 fully equipped Food rooms a dedicated IT room a supportive team of experienced technicians & strong support from senior leaders.

A welcoming and collaborative department focused on student success and staff development.

Access to excellent facilities and resources for teaching and learning.

Whether you are an experienced teacher ready to move into middle leadership or an existing 2nd or subject leader looking for a fresh challenge we would love to hear from you.

About Priory Community School:

Located in Worle WestonsuperMare Priory is a large 1116 comprehensive academy with a strong community ethos. We are part of The Priory Learning Trust and are committed to our core values of Aspiration Integrity and Respect. We put students first and expect the highest standards from both staff and students creating an environment where everyone is supported to succeed. To arrange an informal conversation or visit please visit our website or contact us directly.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer and strive to accommodate a variety of working arrangements so we encourage you to apply. At our school we take staff workload seriously and prioritise creating a supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As part of a local Trust our staff also benefit from collaborative opportunities and resources that come with being part of a wider community.

At the Priory Learning Trust we offer an incredible comprehensive employee benefits package. This includes..

The PLaTform Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.

Healthshield Funded Healthcare Scheme for employees and all dependents which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.

Discounted nursery fees for parents AND grandparents at our Academy pre schools.

Contributory pension scheme offering generous employer contribution rates.

CPD opportunities both internally & externally.

A very friendly school community with dedicated supportive & inspiring colleagues.

Health & Fitness offers including incredible discounts on @Worle Sports Centre and Nuffield Health.

A Cycle to Work scheme.

Free onsite parking.

Flu vaccinations on site during the working day free of charge.

About The Priory Learning Trust:

TPLT grew from an intent to bring the power of partnership and sharing to bear and provide a firstclass education to a wide range of children from all backgrounds.

At our heart is a passion to put Students First and deliver exceptional education; beyond outstanding for every single child. We do this with a relentless drive for academic excellence shared moral purpose and values combined with lots of fun and happiness. We believe that happy schools are also highachieving successful schools.

We strive for partnerships between students families staff and the wider community to create exceptional student outcomes. We also cherish our staff. We believe they are amazing and are passionate to empower them through support training and career opportunities. With such brilliant people all aiming for the same goals we are able to ensure every student achieves all that they are capable of and more regardless of their background.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge) cautions or bindovers you may have even if they would otherwise be regarded as Spent under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.

The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are protected and are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service filtering guide.

This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.

Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references online searches and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

Please see the following links to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy and Recruitment and Selection policy.

Closing Date: 21 May 2025

Proposed Interview Date: 23 May 2025

Proposed Start Date: 01 September 2025