Avonbourne Boys' and Girls' Academies are two 11-16 secondary schools based in East Bournemouth where students share a campus and are taught in predominantly single sex classes. When students reach our onsite United Sixth Form, mixed classes are reinstated. We believe this diamond model of education recognises that as boys and girls reach their teenage years, they approach their learning differently allowing us to get the most out of every student. We have close links with Avonwood Primary School, a standalone primary facility based next door to our Academies.Disruption-free teaching is the promise at Avonbourne with the notion of continuous improvement underpinning all we do. The Academies advocate a coaching culture, where teachers develop as reflective practitioners, utilising shared best practice and evidence-based teaching and learning initiatives. In-house CPD is extensive and high quality and compliments numerous external CPD opportunities within United Learning and through nationally recognised training and qualifications.Pastoral care is superb, with a highly trained team that are morally driven and extremely effective. We encourage students to develop their skills through the provision of educational opportunities which enable young minds to play a part in creating a future which has opportunities for all and encourages aspiration and determination. Our REACH values of Respect, Equality, Ambition, Community and Hard work & Determination underpin all aspects of academy life for staff and students.Avonbourne Boys' and Girls' Academies benefit from working closely with The Cornerstone, Glenmoor and Winton Academies, as part of the United Learning Bournemouth and Poole cluster. We work as a team and achieve more, by sharing, than any single school could.We are #AVBProud and look forward to showing you around our Academies.Avonbourne Boys' and Girls' Academies are part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.
Job details
Start: ASAP once all pre-employment checks have been completed
Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours a week.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm with a 30-minute unpaid break for lunch, term time only plus inset days (39 working weeks)
Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 31 st August 2025
Are YOU passionate about food and design technology? Do YOU want to work in a supportive team and academy that values your contribution?
Avonbourne Boys’ and Girls’ Academies have gone from strength to strength since joining United Learning in August 2019. Avonbourne Boys’ achieved an OUTSTANDING OFSTED rating in our inspection in November 2023 and Avonbourne Girls’ was graded OUTSTANDING in all categories in our October 2024 inspection!
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a professional and enthusiastic Food Technician to support our Food Tech Department with some responsibilities for Design Technology.
The role will involve preparing practical sessions and supporting the Food Tech Department to deliver the highest quality lessons for our students. The post would suit someone who wants to work with a dynamic team of teachers to support the delivery of an excellent food provision and who has a desire to work with young people.
The responsibilities will involve assisting the Food Tech Teachers with the day-to-day running of the food preparation room and supporting the provision of technical support to the Food Tech Department. A good standard of literacy, numeracy and ICT skills will be required.
About you
The successful candidate will:
* have a love of food technology and an enthusiasm to support our students to achieve their very best outcomes
* have good food technology knowledge and a keen interest in working in a busy school environment
* have a flexible approach and be willing to actively seek to develop own learning to enhance the service delivered
* have an ability to prioritise your own work as well as the ability to work well collaboratively as part of a team
* be resilient with the ability to multi-task
The right candidate may be less experienced in some of these areas, but they would be keen to learn and develop which would be shown in their enthusiasm, ability to seek advice, think on their feet, problem solve and progress.
We can offer you :
* the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team
* one personal day every academic year
* access to the Local Government Pension Scheme – Avonbourne contribute 23.6% each month on top of your contribution!
* occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family
* access to our health care cash plan and rewards scheme after six months service.
* continuous Professional Development options that will be tailored to your needs.
* competitive maternity, paternity and adoption benefits .
AvonbourneAcademies are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is requiredfor all successful applicants.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor a VISA application for this particular role as it is not one of the shortage occupations listed on the UK Governments website at this current time.
Note – We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their application as soon as possible.No further applications will be accepted once closed.
For more information
To apply, please complete the online application form.
For more information about this role please contact:
recruitment@avonbourneacademy.org.uk
Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 31 st August 2025
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