At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and teach Food Technology to creative students up to Year 11.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Five Islands Academy, serving the beautiful Isles of Scilly.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
- Other info: Engage with local businesses and explore diverse cooking traditions.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' culinary skills and global awareness in a unique setting.
- Qualifications: Passion for teaching and expertise in Food Technology required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Thank you for exploring this exciting opportunity to join our friendly teaching team at Five Islands Academy. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Food Technology specialist to teach our engaged, creative students up to Year 11. We teach Food Technology to all students from Year 7 to Year 9, and then currently offer the Level 2 Vocational Award in Hospitality & Catering at Key Stage 4.
Five Islands Academy is a small, voluntary controlled Church of England through school serving the five inhabited Isles of Scilly communities of Bryher, St Agnes, St Martins, St Mary’s and Tresco. There are around 250 students on roll across four school sites. Secondary students and the majority of primary students are based on the Carn Gwaval multi age site on St Mary’s. This new building was opened in 2011 and provides a bright, open, well-resourced learning environment for the students. Primary children on the off-islands study in small mixed-age school bases, then join their peers on St Mary’s on a Friday for collaborative learning in specialist subjects.
Central to the development of our academy during recent years has been the development of a through school curriculum that nurtures curious, collaborative, creative global learners with rich knowledge and confident oracy. An exciting aspect of the Food Technology teaching role is the opportunity to collaborate with Trust colleagues across Truro & Penwith Academy Trust on developing a shared ‘Connect’ curriculum for Food and Cookery. Our school takes every opportunity to engage with our unique islands’ environment, while also ensuring that our children have access to as many of the opportunities as possible that their mainland counterparts enjoy.
Hospitality is a key area of employment in the islands’ economy, and therefore attracts a consistently enthusiastic small group of students when it comes to option choices, keen to develop their skills and knowledge and to gain experience in local catering businesses as part of their learning. It is important, furthermore, that we help our students to look beyond their horizons, making connections with other countries and cultures, so we seek to create a food and cookery curriculum that is challenging, diverse and allows children to explore world flavours and cooking traditions.
About You
As a Teacher of Food Technology at Five Islands Academy, you are responsible for the learning and achievement of every child in your classes up to Year 11. You are expected to co-construct and implement a rigorous and relevant through school curriculum. Within this role you will ensure full coverage of the national curriculum, and follow the academy’s Teaching & Learning Protocols. You will be expected to prepare students effectively for their Level 2 qualifications and to ensure that they have the rich knowledge and skills to succeed in education post-16. You will have high expectations of every student and provide challenge and support to enable every child to achieve at the highest level. You will also have opportunities to collaborate as Subject Lead with Primary teachers, to ensure that the curriculum is securely sequenced and makes the most of our unique environment as well as making powerful connections with the wider world.
Food Technology Teacher employer: The Five Islands Academy
Five Islands Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in the stunning Isles of Scilly, teachers benefit from a well-resourced learning environment and the opportunity to engage with a diverse curriculum that connects students with global cultures. With a focus on nurturing creativity and curiosity, this role not only allows for meaningful impact on students' lives but also fosters a strong sense of community among educators.
