Food and Nutrition Teacher

Prince William School

Herne Road, Oundle, Northamptonshire, PE8 4BS

www.pws.emat.uk

01832 272881

reception@pws.emat.uk

Headteacher: Elizabeth Dormor

We are looking to employ, from January 2024, an enthusiastic teacher of Food and Nutrition who also has the skills to be the Second in Department and support the Head of Department to lead our team of dedicated Art, Design & Technology teachers. The successful applicant must be able to teach Food & Nutrition to KS3 and KS4 and will lead on the devising and delivery of the Food & Nutrition curriculum.

Prince William School is an over-subscribed, rapidly expanding school located in Oundle, within easy commuting distance of Peterborough, Stamford, Kettering, Wellingborough, and Corby. It is a vibrant and friendly school which strives to deliver the challenging and inspirational curriculum our students need to prepare them for the ever-changing world of work. We have high expectations for all, and our aim is simple: to be the best school in Northamptonshire and beyond for every student, no matter what their ability or aspirations.

The Art, Design and Technology department is staffed by a team of energetic, dedicated, and resourceful professionals who are very supportive of each other. Our students are well behaved, happy, engaging, and inquisitive individuals, who are proud to be Prince William students. We are passionate about providing them with the best possible education and they have high aspirations for themselves and look to us to guide them on their journey to adult life.

The Art, Design and Technology department has two newly refurbished dedicated Food rooms as well as dedicated workshops in both metal and wood with excellent facilities. The department is supported by skilled technicians who support the teachers in class and in the general organisation of the department. If successful, you will be joining a team of Art, Design, and Food teachers working together to deliver a strong, engaging, and successful ADT curriculum.

he school is keen to support staff to develop both personally and professionally, and the successful candidate will be given training opportunities to suit their needs and career aspirations. If an ECT is appointed, they will benefit from the support of a mentor who is a design teacher, as well as the supervision of a member of the Extended Leadership Team.

This is an exciting time for the school as examination results have seen rapid improvement and the school is expanding. In 2023 75% of our KS4 cohort achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths, and 52% achieved grade 5+ in both English and Maths. In KS5, we achieved 28% A* - A, and 79% A* - C, an average grade of B-, and an outstanding ALPS Quality Indicator score of 2.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality lessons for students of all abilities. In return, the school offers a supportive Senior Leadership Team; a committed and caring department; good CPD and career development opportunities; and students with good attitudes to learning. 

For further information please contact the school on 01832 272881 and ask to speak to Jake Shurville, Head of ADT, or email HR 

About East Midlands Academy Trust 

EMAT is an exciting, innovative and growing organisation where we try to do things differently, aligned to our core values and purpose that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust is a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all-through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle and five primary schools in Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. 

By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits. 

These include: 

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities 
• Dedicated support from our school improvement team 
• Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools 
• A Trust employee forum with representatives from across the organisation 
• A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme 
• A corporate eye care plan 
• Flu jabs for all staff 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Headspace 

 For more information or an informal conversation please contact recruitment@emat.uk. 

A Note for Recruitment Agencies 

We have a team of internal recruiters and we advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance then we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction. 

EMAT reserves the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found. 

EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.