training and education
E-learning modules
£150 - £220 per day
Thetford
Are you a versatile creative professional who can inspire students to build, cook, and create their way to independence?
Can you adapt a technical workshop or a busy kitchen into a safe, therapeutic learning space for students with complex needs?
Are you looking for a Full-Time role in Thetford where you can lead the Creative Arts curriculum across a variety of practical disciplines?
If you are a qualified teacher who believes that hands-on learning is the key to unlocking potential in students with SEN, we want to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has opened for a Qualified DT, Art & Food Tech Teacher to join a specialised Secondary School in Thetford. This unique role requires a "jack-of-all-trades" educator who can deliver high-quality instruction across Design Technology, Fine Art, and Food Technology. You will be working with students who have various special educational needs, including Autism (ASC) and SEMH, helping them develop both vocational skills and creative expression. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is a mandatory requirement for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Multi-Disciplinary Instruction: Plan and deliver engaging lessons across DT, Art, and Food Technology, ensuring projects are achievable yet challenging for students with SEN.
- Vocational Skill Building: Teach essential life skills, from kitchen safety and basic nutrition to the safe use of tools and artistic techniques.
- Curriculum Adaptation: Differentiate practical tasks to meet the fine motor skills and sensory requirements of individual learners.
- EHCP Integration: Ensure that creative projects support the wider goals of each student's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
- Safety & Environment: Maintain a highly organized and safe workshop, studio, and kitchen environment, implementing clear routines and de-escalation strategies.
- Collaborative Planning: Work with the wider school team to integrate creative arts into the students' holistic development and therapy goals.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS is essential.
- Proven experience teaching at least two of the three subjects (DT, Art, or Food Tech) within a UK Secondary or SEN setting.
- A strong understanding of SEN pedagogy and the ability to manage a classroom with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple practical departments and resources.
- A patient, resilient, and creative approach to classroom management.
- An enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: £150 - £220 per day, based on experience and scale.
- Full-Time Stability: A consistent, long-term placement in a well-equipped Thetford school.
- Creative Freedom: The opportunity to design projects that truly resonate with and empower your students.
- Professional Growth: Access to Randstad's premium CPD platform to keep your SEN and subject-specific skills sharp.
- Referral Bonus: Earn £300 through our "Refer A Friend" scheme.
How To Apply :
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
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