Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the St Leonards Academy, as we are looking to appoint a Teacher of Design Technology/Food to join our dedicated team.


We are looking for an exceptional Teacher who:

Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstanding Is highly organised, motivated and driven to succeed Is a specialist in their subject Committed to the progress of ALL students Is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the progress of students Has enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently

Is this you? If so, we would really like to hear from you.

We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and early career teachers.

The St Leonards Academy

At The St Leonards Academy, we believe in the power of knowledge to enrich lives and shape educated citizens. We are committed to a broad and balanced curriculum ensuring every student, regardless of background, encounters the best of human thought and achievement.


The academy takes pride in its meticulously planned curriculum, dedication to excellence, and robust pastoral support system. We prioritise reading and offer comprehensive mental health support. Exceptional assistance is provided for students with additional needs, alongside a wide array of enriching extracurricular activities.


With rigorous safeguarding measures and opportunities for student leadership, The St Leonards Academy creates a safe, supportive environment where all 1400 students can thrive.

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We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:

Automatic annual pay increments:

Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.

Generous Pension:

Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 28.68%.

Health and Wellbeing:

A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some 'Time for You' to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.

Personal Development Day:

One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.

Cycle to Wo

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Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a 2K loan to purchase a bicycle.

Retail Disc

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Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.

Multi Academy Trust:

Be part of a network of 14 Academies, offering a support system and opportunities for professional development and collaboration.

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As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.


Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.


At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests.

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Our commitment

The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)


We welcome applications from all members of the community.

The Trust is proud to be part of the government's Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to recruitment@brightonacademiestrust.org.uk or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.

Find out more

For further information about this opportunity please download the attached job description and personal specification, and view our candidate pack here:

Candidate Pack

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Gail Sidders, Academy Administration Manager, on g.sidders@thestleonardsacademy.org.uk

Key dates

Closing date:

1 June 2025

Interview date:

TBC

Proposed start date

: 1 September 2025

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