About this Role
SamuelRyder Academy - St Albans
Secondin Design and Technology
MPS/UPS+ TLR2a allowance
FullTime
Startdate: January 2027
Samuel Ryder Academy seeks anenthusiastic and inspirational Second in Design and Technology to teachacross the age and ability range. Thispost offers the opportunity to work closely with the Design and Technology teamas it continues to grow with new opportunities.
OFSTED inspected the Academy in April2026 and judged the school as 'Strong Standard' in 6 categories and the'Expected Standard' in the remaining 2 categories.
The successful applicant will have aclear vision for the faculty and the strategic leadership skills to deliverimprovements. You will be an outstanding practitioner who has the vision,energy and drive to further improve standards of achievement and ensureteaching is of the highest across all key stages.
The Academy has a clear vision and ethoswhich has led to outstanding results and is the school of choice for localparents. Our specialisms are English andNew Technologies, and as an Apple Distinguished School and Regional TrainingCentre for Apple, we have innovative use of iPad technology across theschool. There are excellent facilitiesfor both staff and students.
The Academy is part of Scholars'Education Trust (SET), an established, cross phase, multi-academy trust formedin 2012.
Diversity: Scholars' Education Trust is fully committed to theprinciples of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We want toattract and retain the very best staff in all areas of the trust, ensuring ourstaff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community.
Closing date for applications: 9am 21stOctober 2026
Date of Interview: 23rdOctober 2026
We reservethe right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applicationsare encouraged
Declarationof criminal offences
Thetrust is required to give you the opportunity to voluntarily declareconvictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not 'protected' asdefined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (asamended in 2013 and 2020). You will be provided with a criminalself-declaration form by the school if you are shortlisted for the post. Allposts in schools are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Ifyou are appointed you will be required to have an up to date Disclosure andBarring Service (DBS) Certificate. The existence of a criminal background doesnot automatically mean that you cannot be appointed but it may do so.
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Second in Design and Technology at Samuel Ryder Academy in St Albans employer: Samuel Ryder Academy
Samuel Ryder Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among staff. As part of the Scholars’ Education Trust, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and access to state-of-the-art facilities, including cutting-edge technology integration in teaching. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Academy not only prioritises high educational standards but also values the unique contributions of each team member, making it a rewarding place to work.
