**This is ideally a part time vacancy at the current time we are looking for a minimum of 3 days, however there is a possibility of full time for a candidate who can offer a subject in another subject beyond Design Technology at least at KS4, subject to the timetable needs at the time of interview.  

At the Academy we currently offer a wide programme of options within these subject areas this includes: BTEC Art and Design L1/2; GCSE Design and Technology; GCSE Design and Technology (Textiles) and Food and Cookery L1/2. We also offer Level 3 courses: BTEC National Diploma Art and Design – Graphics, A Level Product Design and the Level 3 Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition.

This role has arisen due to the expansion of student numbers within the faculty and Academy wide. We would welcome applications from teachers early in their careers through to experienced staff. We have experienced staff to support ECT’s and staff at all levels. There are many opportunities at the Academy for staff personal and professional development with a wealth of experience and some outstanding practice in these faculties.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a blend of Level 2 courses with at least one or more from: GCSE Design and Technology (Textiles specialist) Art and Design tech Award L1/2 and/or as we expand, the ability to teach in Food is also desirable. All Technology staff should be able to teach the KS3 disciplines offered from: Textiles and one or more from Food, Graphics or Product Design. In addition, the successful candidate may well have to teach other technology specialisms at KS4 such as Graphics, Product Design or Food. There are also possibilities to teach at Level 3 both within Design Technology or L3 Food Science and Nutrition and we looking for specialisms across these subjects as we grow and expand further. The ability to teach another subject beyond Technology is desirable and essential for anyone who wishes to be considered for the permanent post*. These could include specialisms in one or more subjects such as Business Studies,  ASDAN (Post 16) or another subject (see website for other subject vacancies which have arisen due to expansion). All staff must be able to teach PSHE which falls within the role of a form tutor.

The Innovations faculty is at the forefront of change and the Head of Innovations Faculty is also a member of the Senior Leadership Team and with a main focus in leading vocational qualifications including leading developments in the new T Levels. In addition, the Head of Sixth form is also a member of this faculty and sits on the Extended Senior Leadership Team. There is a wealth of experience within Design Technology with an experienced Head of subject and several experienced teachers, including an Assistant Head of Faculty who is Head of Computing Lead and Vocational Co-ordinator. Likewise the Health and Environment Faculty has several experienced members of staff who are leading teaching and learning across the Academy and at the forefront of changes and developments within the Academy. These faculties both have Level 2 and Level 3 TEEP coaches to support the development of all staff within and beyond the faculties.

As a result of excellent practice and support, both of these subjects have evidence of outstanding successes for student progress at Key Stage 4 and 5 and results in Design Technology GCSE are some of the highest in the Academy year on year. This is due to the experience of the staff and willingness to go the extra mile to support and develop opportunities for our students.

The Academy has a large Sixth Form of well over 240 students and the Innovations Faculty contribute significantly to course and numbers Post 16 so the successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach at Post 16 in the future as well as contribute to development T level(s) and to shape the future of other A Levels and vocational courses as we consider appropriate and suitable alternatives to meet the needs of our learners. There are plenty of opportunities to experience teaching at Post 16 as well as contributing to Post 16 developments.

Joseph Leckie Academy is a vibrant, exciting and innovative mixed 11-18 Converter Academy with an overall positive progress score every year since 2017 and within the top 3 non-selective schools in Walsall every year since 2017.  With our excellent results and being graded as “Good” across all areas by Ofsted (October 2021) and our continual desire and drive to continue moving forward, this is an exciting time for you to join our team. Since 2017, the Academy has remained as one of the top non-selective secondary school for progress in Walsall based on validated results and is one of the highest performing schools in the region for student progress.

Our last Ofsted inspection in (2021) we were judged the Academy to be good in all categories and for overall effectiveness with some excellent feedback across all subjects and our Pastoral Care as can be seen below in some of their comments:

“We pride ourselves on our high expectations of all learners. This creates a calm learning environment where teachers can teach and students can learn as was clearly supported by the feedback from Ofsted. We offer a highly supportive environment and are committed to ensuring outstanding teaching, behaviour, progress and achievement. Staff are proud to work in our Academy.”

Ofsted further commented that: “Pupils are proud of their school. Their attendance and punctuality are good. Pupils are safe. The school is calm and purposeful, and disruption to learning is rare. Few pupils underachieve and most flourish. Pupils of all abilities are enthusiastic learners who enjoy their learning.”

“We have an ambitious curriculum, mapped in detail and a curriculum that is broad and deep, including the two year Key Stage 3. Students study a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 4 and there are plans to develop this further to support their next stage in education or employment and training. Leaders know what knowledge students should be taught and have sequenced learning well so students learn content in the right order and teachers and support staff work very well to and go the extra mile to support and improve students learning. Mistakes are spotted and modified through frequent assessment of learning.  Inspectors commented on the very effective use of support staff both faculty and SEND staff to support students learning, including developing literacy skills and our SEND students flourish. All students are well prepared to go on to higher education or employment and training.”

We are an expanding Academy with numbers growing, now well over 1500 and continuing to be over- subscribed at Key stage 3 and in our large Sixth form and so this is an ideal opportunity and an exciting time for you to join our team as a permanent member as we continue to expand and grow and there will excellent opportunities for you and this role to grow and develop further.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious candidate to join our dynamic team at the forefront of change and to make a real difference to our drive to continue to raise standards of education in the Academy. If you believe that you have the skills and abilities to take on this role, we would love to hear from you.

We can offer you:

• Friendly, caring and supportive staff across the Academy – staff stay here for a number of years and say it is a great place to work and ex-students come back to work in the Academy so please come along and visit us find out what they say…
• A high focus on staff well-being with staff social events, staff sports, well-being counsellor, well-being co-ordinator for staff, Academy Nurse, staff breakfasts, employee assistance programme and much more…
• Excellent support and professional development opportunities including opportunities to undertake our own in-house CPD programmes as well as external providers such as National Professional Qualifications at different levels as you progress towards leadership roles.
• A well established and supportive Induction programme for all staff at all levels including ECT’s.
• A well-established, experienced and dedicated team of staff in the Innovations faculty.
• Opportunities for outreach work and the chance to trial new ideas and approaches.
• A highly dedicated and committed Pastoral team at all levels.
• A well-established, experienced and dedicated Innovations Faculty and Health and Environment Faculty.
• Key Teaching and Learning staff in both facilities including: Senior leaders, TEEP L3 coaches, PGCE Professional Tutor and several TEEP Level 2  staff to give excellent guidance and support at all levels of experience.
• Excellent resources, programs and technology for teaching.
• A large and expanding Academy at the forefront of change and growth, with high standards and an ambitious desire to better the lives of our students and impact further on our wider community.

You will have/show:

• Practical skills and expertise as outlined in the Job description
• A passion and vision for Art and Design Technology (including textiles) and activities and the importance to students and their future lives
• A passion and vision for working with students in their personal, social and emotional needs as well as their academic development
• The ability to motivate and inspire students
• Experience of delivering GCSE Design Technology (Textiles in particular), KS3 textiles and one or more of the other elements of Design Technology at KS 3 and 4.  
• The ability to contribute to other courses across the Academy at KS4 for the full time position
• The ability to deliver PSHE in form time
• The ability to teach another specialism beyond Technology such as a second subject at least at KS3 is essential
• Some experience of teaching Post 16 within the technology provision or other would be desirable
• The ability to stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment in learning
• Confidence in dealing with students across different age ranges, particularly Key Stage 3 and 4
• Creative skills and a professional approach
• High expectations of students
• The determination to support in raising student achievement within the classroom
• The passion to enrich the lives of our students and contribute to the development of Cultural Capital to enhance the life opportunities for our students
• Engagement in professional development opportunities
• Team skills
• Outstanding inter-personal and communication skills with students, colleagues and parents
• A clear understanding of the importance of Safeguarding.

Please see the attached job description and person specification and address this in your letter and address the question below:

Explain how your experience, skills and qualities to date have prepared you for this role and what else you feel you could offer the students and our Academy and your vision for Design and Technology and your role within this.

Joseph Leckie Academy is an equal opportunities employer and fully committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date for applications; Tuesday 7^th May at 8.00am.

Please send completed applications to Mrs S Richards. hr@josephleckieacademy.co.uk

Joseph Leckie Academy is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.