Overview
Learning Consultant (Teacher) of Food Technology and/or DT – WMJobs
The Mercian Trust is seeking a Learning Consultant (Teacher) of Food Technology and/or DT. Closing date: 10 October 2025. Interviewing: 16 October 2025. MPS/UPS with TLR/R&R considered for the right candidate. This information reflects available position details for Q3 Academy Langley, and the role contributes to our values of high expectations, strong behaviour, and knowledge-rich curriculum.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* To add value to every learner in each teaching group, benchmarked against national criteria and data.
* To deliver, plan, and prepare lessons in accordance with the planned curriculum.
* To deliver learning in line with Academy Policies.
* To work as part of an exceptional team to ensure creative and innovative learning and teaching in every lesson.
Teaching and Learning
* Use a variety of learning and teaching strategies to deliver outstanding lessons, maintaining pace and challenge.
* Integrate new technologies to raise achievement.
* Plan lessons and extend learning opportunities in line with Schemes for Learning.
* Ensure curriculum intent is clear and differentiate learning to meet individual needs.
* Make use of extended learning opportunities and participate in the Academy’s Quality Assurance framework.
* Work effectively with resources, including other adults and mentors, to create a positive learning climate.
* Adhere to the Trust’s Positive Behaviour Policy and promote safe, respectful conduct.
* Regularly evaluate student progress using prior attainment data to inform teaching and learning.
* Provide formative and summative feedback through marking, and report as required to stakeholders including students, parents/carers, and SLT.
* Engage in ongoing professional development and apply findings to improve practice.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of learning and teaching, including relevant national and Department for Education initiatives.
* Be aware of the Trust’s Anti-Bullying Policy and support students accordingly.
* Maintain good order and behaviour for learning, including Health and Safety considerations on- and off-site.
Wider Professional Effectiveness
* Participate in and actively engage with CPD; demonstrate ongoing improvement in your role.
* Liaise appropriately with colleagues to support school improvement.
Role Model
* Ensure no student is left behind, supporting academic and personal development.
* Conform to the Academy’s Dress Code and demonstrate high standards of presentation, conduct, and punctuality.
* Build team commitment among students and staff; engage and motivate others to perform at their best.
Additional Components
* Uphold the Academy’s aims and strive to meet targets; work in a respectful, courteous manner to enhance the Academy’s reputation.
* Support the Academy’s community and ethos; promote a positive, harmonious working environment.
* Flexibility in duties in line with the needs of the Academy.
Health and Safety Responsibilities
* All staff must be aware of and comply with Health and Safety policies and conduct appropriate risk assessments.
* The Academy site is a designated no-smoking environment.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
* Qualified teacher status (Essential)
* Good honours degree (Essential)
* Continuing good record for professional development (Desirable)
Skills, Abilities, and Experience
* Achievement of high standards (Desirable)
* Awareness of the value of assessment data in raising standards (Desirable)
* Use ICT to enhance learning (Desirable)
* Effective verbal and written communication (Essential)
* Ensure the educational needs of all children are met (Essential)
* Skills to teach all Key Stages (Desirable)
Curriculum Knowledge
* Planning for all areas of learning to meet the needs of all students (Essential)
* Assessment procedures used to inform planning (Essential)
* Understanding effective inclusion practices (Essential)
* A broad and balanced curriculum for all students (Desirable)
Disposition
* Clear understanding of how students learn and how to meet their needs (Essential)
* Commitment to equality principles and practices (Essential)
* Determination to overcome barriers to inclusion (Essential)
* Commitment to high standards for all and to self and Academy improvement (Essential)
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This position is subject to safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education
Industries
* Human Resources Services
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