Job Description

We require an experienced and motivated Construction Teacher with recent teaching and assessment experience to deliver WJEC Level 2 Constructing the Built Environment to years 10 & 11 in our purpose built construction building. Year 9 will study the new GCSE in Built Environment (replacing the obsolete Level 2 qualification).

https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/gcse-built-environment/#tab_overview

The purpose of this role is to deliver high quality; learner focused vocational training to meet contractual requirements and awarding body standards. The role will involve developing lesson plans and Schemes of Learning based on curriculum best practise and quality targets, ensuring the safeguarding of learners.

To succeed in this role, candidates must have a pragmatic, none judgemental approach to their work and the flexibility to adapt to meet the learners needs when necessary. Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities and the qualifications/skills/experiences detailed within the role profile

We are looking for a person who will embrace the ethos of our community and build on our strengths. Our classrooms are happy learning environments where you will see a vibrant, effective pedagogy in action and you will be supported by an excellent bespoke CPD package.

Further information is available on our website www.woodlandsschool.org Alternatively, details on this post and an application form are available from Jan Fennelly HR Manager by phone on 01268 535174 or email jfe@woodlandsschool.essex.sch.uk

We welcome visits to the school from potential applicants following government guidelines.

Information about the School

Aspiration, Resilience, Opportunity, Excellence, is our ethos. These four pillars underpin all we do and drive us forward as one inclusive learning community.

We have the privilege to be able to teach and learn, as an 11-16 Academy, in a £26 million building. Woodlands School is proud to serve the people of Basildon and we are constantly striving to be better. We are focused on ensuring academic excellence for all our youngsters, allowing them the opportunity to thrive at further and higher education.

We encourage all of our youngsters to have the highest of aspirations and look to equip them with all the tools they need to become even more resilient. We offer the widest opportunities to ensure excellence becomes a habit.

Our expectation is that all at Woodlands School work hard and are self-motivated. All are to lead their own learning, be polite and respectful. Our boundaries are clear and they support all in ensuring they can maintain the highest standards.

We will provide a wealth of opportunities to learn in and beyond the classroom. Adding cultural capital and ensuring experiences develop the whole child.