This is an exciting time to be joining one of the most pioneering schools in the country. We are looking for an excellent food technology teacher who is passionate about their subject area and ready to develop their practice in a dynamic and innovative teaching environment. Since first introducing food technology into the curriculum two years ago, the subject has become increasingly popular with a growing number of students choosing to study it at Key Stage 4. Last year, some of our Hospitality and Catering students were accepted onto the Junior Chef Academy weekend cookery school at Westminster Kingsway College and were so inspired that they have chosen to continue their studies Post-16. We also offer cooking projects within Curriculum 21, a timetabled period of 200-minutes a week dedicated to real-world projects that encourage students to make a difference to their community and demonstrate entrepreneurship. We are particularly interested in developing more interdisciplinary projects in Curriculum 21 that includes initiatives such as using our allotment to run ‘seed-to-plate’ projects, but ultimately looking for a candidate that has ideas and drive to bring the subject alive through projects. The ideal candidate would have experience of teaching food technology at Key Stage 4 as the role would include a TLR for developing our L1/2 Hospitality & Catering qualification, whilst also shaping the general curriculum in food technology. You will have sole use of our kitchen classroom, which is one of a number of specialist spaces within the Art, Design and Technology (ADT) department, of which you would be a valued member. You can find out more about the department at: www.s21art.weebly.com TLR responsibility • To develop the curriculum for food technology up to Key Stage 4 • Liaise with the ADT Technician around technical support and ordering of equipment/supplies for the kitchen • To manage a budget for Food Technology • To be responsible for the administration of examinations of Level 1/2 vocational qualification at Key Stage 4 and liaise with the exams officer and Head of ADT • To build links with outside partners and develop enrichment opportunities for students where possible The successful candidate will: • Have a passion for cooking and healthy eating • Understand the importance of health and safety and food hygiene • Be organised and pay attention to detail. • Have excellent communication skills • Be self-motivated and work well in teams, enjoying collaboration • Visionary and excited about the potential for cooking to bring people together • Enjoys building partnerships and creating opportunities beyond the classroom Since we opened in 2012 we have put learning and teaching at the heart of everything we do. We have developed a unique approach to oracy including setting up a charity, Voice 21 (https://www.voice21.org/) which is already working with several hundred schools. We have also pioneered real world, interdisciplinary learning in collaboration with a network of extraordinary organisations: creative, artistic, high tech, professional. At School 21 we believe that the purpose of education is to develop the whole child: head (academics), heart (character and well-being) and hand (generating ideas, problem solving, creating extraordinary authentic outcomes). School 21 is a very special and different kind of place to work in. We empower staff to find their voice and their creativity. We offer collaboration and learning across ages and subjects. All staff have more planning time than most schools and a tailored programme of professional development which results in extraordinary outcomes for the students. We offer multiple routes to progression through subjects and pedagogies. We believe strongly in developing the full potential of all staff. School 21 has established a strong track record - an outstanding Ofsted, excellent GCSE results and a growing reputation, for example being the first and only international case study chosen by US educators, Edutopia https://www.edutopia.org/school/school-21. There was strong recognition In the Ofsted for the ethos and approach of the school: "Pupils across the school make exceptional progress." "Pupils have excellent attitudes to learning, impeccable manners and show respect for everyone.” “Staff morale is exceptionally high. Teachers at the early stages of their career value the ‘fantastic’ professional development and opportunities to learn from each other. Those with more experience said that they have become much better teachers since joining the school.” Through project-based learning "pupils achieve remarkable standards of work and demonstrated knowledge and skills at levels beyond those expected for their age group." “Pupils talk and discuss with a maturity and confidence that is remarkable for their years." ABOUT SCHOOL 21: WE OFFER: • Outstanding career development and exceptional CPD • Generous TLRs based on experience and skills • The chance to network with outstanding practitioners and learn from the best • Collaborative working across the 4 to 18 school • Leadership training and development opportunities • A strong feedback culture so that teachers can develop in areas of their practice that are important to them • Every teacher being part of a team/circle that develops strategic practice For a candidate information pack or more information about the school please see: www.school21.org.uk or e-mail Anne Shaker, HR Manager, at careers@school21.org.uk. To apply please visit our website via the button below. School 21 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding children.
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