What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a full-time / part-time Teacher of Technology to join our expanding team on a permanent contract basis with effect from September 2025. The role could be ideal for someone with construction experience who may not yet hold QTS. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a very strong Technology Faculty in our highly successful 11-19 academy. The role will report to the Subject Leader and the candidate will teach within the subject.
The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos, is very supportive and has a well-planned scheme of learning for all courses are already in place. A faculty-based mentor will work with the appointee to support their development and induction in their first year. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff available.
There will be the opportunity to teach across the year groups from KS3 to KS4. The core purpose of the role is to provide professional leadership to students in a subject area by offering high quality teaching, resulting in high standards of learning and achievement for all students. In particular, we are looking to introduce a KS4 course in Construction and the Built Environment from September 2025 for a cohort of Year 10 students.
Personal Qualities
Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment. They should be able to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning experiences for all learners in their care and deploy a range of strategies to support their personal development.
They should have an interest in teaching and learning developments and possess high degree of integrity. Experienced candidates should be able to demonstrate a highly successful track-record of teaching the subject with strong examination outcomes, particularly at key stage four however, due to the nature of this post we would also welcome applicants who have significant construction experience in the workplace.
Responsibilities of the Post-Holder
In accordance with the job description for Classroom Teacher, the key responsibilities will be as follows:
• Ensure that lessons are planned in accordance with the schemes of learning for each course.
• Ensure awareness of the prior learning and special educational needs of their students.
• Ensure high expectations are set for the achievement and behaviour of students.
• Ensure that relevant curriculum policies for marking, assessment, target setting, recording, and reporting are enacted.
• Ensure that progression and continuity is achieved across the key stage and between the key stages.
Pastoral
At Plume Academy all teaching staff are expected to fulfil both an academic teaching role and a pastoral role by acting as a Tutor to a group of assigned students. This involves staff in all aspects of pastoral work including guidance, safeguarding, monitoring, and encouraging progress, contact with parents, writing reports and compiling student references. Tutors also deliver part of Plume Academy’s Personal Development Programme.
Wider Contribution
Teaching staff are encouraged to contribute to the academy’s rich extra-curricular programme, and all candidates will be provided with the opportunity to discuss their personal interests at interview.
As one of the largest educational establishments in Essex, there are many opportunities for career progression via an academy-wise coaching programme. Staff are encouraged to take responsibility for their own career development, with full support and encouragement from their line managers and other relevant staff, including those responsible for staff training.
What the school offers its staff
Remuneration
Annual salary for a qualified teacher will be in accordance with the Plume Academy Teacher Pay Scale, which from appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of up to £49,084. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st September each year. Progression through the Teachers’ Pay Scale is subject to an annual performance review process.
We can offer you:
• A highly supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities to teach across KS3, 4 and 5
• Cycle-to-work Scheme
• 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)
• CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
• Up to 25% Gym Membership
• Free staff car park
• Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)
• Access to Workplace Health Champions
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Further details about the role
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR (d.olgunde@plume.essex.sch.uk) to arrange a telephone conversation.We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team.We will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.
To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form ( must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: noon Monday 24 February 2025, however earlier applications would be welcomed for interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.