Design Technology (Food and Textiles) Assistant

30 Hours – Term TimeOnly (43.2 weeks)

£11,107 (G14) - £12,118 (G18)(Salary will depend on qualifications and skills)

GRADED ‘GOOD’ by OFSTED

The Wellington Academy is a highly inclusive, innovative school, which opened in 2009 to serve the Tidworth area of Wiltshire and is situated on the Wiltshire/Hampshire border, within close proximity of the A303 and A34. Graded ‘Good’ by OFSTED, the Wellington Academy has transformed itself into a high performing school over the past three years.

Our staff charter underlines our belief that all students can achieve, be happy and have limitless aspirations– and our job as professionals is to ensure this happens. All our staff sign up to these aspirations and play a full role in contributing to this vision through inclusive teaching. We seek to recruit dedicated and talented staff, highly committed to making a difference in the state system.

OFSTED noted that ‘The quality of school leadership has improved since the previous inspection. As a result, expectations of what pupils can achieve are higher. Leaders have created a culture in which high standards of behaviour are expected and pupils are encouraged to succeed.’

We are looking for anAssistantto provide support with Food and Textiles as part of our Design Technology department. The role will involve the development and preparation of learning materials for students and staff before and after lessons as directed by the Subject Leader.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, IT, written and oral communication skills, together with relevant experience in Food and Textiles, preferably in a similar role. A level 3 qualification in Design Technology (Food and Textiles) would be an advantage. Experience of working within a school environment would be desirable.

If you believe you have the commitment to work in an environment which seeks to contribute to limitless aspirations as well as set and maintain high standards and expectations then please apply using the Academy’s application form, available with the Job Description and Personal Specification from our website at

Closing date for applications is midday on Friday 18thMay 2018, interviews will take place week commencing Monday 21stMay 2018.

This academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to full references and anenhanced DBS check.

Wellington Academy is an equal opportunities employer. The campus is a no smoking site.

Academy Phone: 01264 405060 Academy Fax: 01264 405040 Sports & Fitness Centre: 01264 406040

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Registered Office: The Wellington Academy, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP11 9RR

Registered in England No. 6457394