What skills and experience we're looking for
A degree in Design Technology/Engineering or equivalent.
Evidence of commitment to own professional development.
Recent experience working within the engineering industry.
Working effectively within a team.
Using own initiative.
Good communication skills (at all levels).
Ability to inspire young people & adults.
IT Literate – use of databases, Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Access and Power point).
Experience and knowledge of practical engineering workshop skills.
A positive role model for young people.
Enthusiasm and drive for subjects taught.
Commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility.
Punctual and well organised.
Reflective, resilient and resourceful.
What the school offers its staff
We offer an employee assistance programme and professional development opportunities.
Further details about the role
We have an exciting opportunity within the Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire for a full-time Apprentice Teacher of Design Technology.
We welcome applications from graduates who may be thinking about a career change, or those aspiring to get into teaching. You should be knowledgeable about Design Technology or Engineering. Our training programme provides high quality, salaried training leading to Qualified Teacher Status.
If you feel that you have a relevant design technology or engineering background and expertise and are passionate about ensuring the UK’s future engineers are appropriately qualified; we would very much like to hear from you. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students equipping them with the skills and characteristics needed to ensure they are at the front of the queue for the best apprenticeships and university places.
The Engineering UTC is a 13-19 school (PAN 600) in Scunthorpe town centre which is supported by an impressive list of local, regional, national and multi-national companies and by educationalists with a track record of success including; Phillips 66, University of Hull, Care Plus Group, Tronox, Orsted, RWE, ORE Catapult, British Steel, Catch and SSE.
Employer engagement is at the heart of everything we do, with our staff and students working on exciting employer led projects with our core partners. Our industry standard, cutting edge workshop facilities include: Large machining workshop with centre lathes and milling machines, CAD suites and a 3D print room. These facilities help our students to progress on to university or apprenticeships in the engineering industry. The technology driven specialisms of the UTC focus on Manufacturing, Systems and Design alongside associated engineering skills. As well as providing students with high levels of technical skills, these specialisms are the inspiration for underpinning learning in the main STEM subjects. The UTC curriculum evolves to meet the needs of the modern workplace. We have created a high-level, professional engineering environment which enables our students to become confident and independent, through active and experiential learning. We have a very friendly ethos, with positive relationships at the heart of our vision.
We are an Ofsted Good school and on a fast-paced trajectory of continuous school improvement. If you are interested in this role, or would like to come for a tour of our facilities, we invite you to contact the Principal, Anesta McCullagh at a.mccullagh@enlutc.co.uk or the Head of Department and Associate Assistant Principal, Claire Reet c.reet@enlutc.co.uk.
The UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.