This is an exciting opportunity to join a popular and impressive department in a modern and expanding school as a part-time Teacher of Hospitality BTEC. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach Hospitality BTEC to Years 12 and 13. As this is a relatively unusual subject we will keenly consider applicants who currently teach a related course and are enthusiastic about the industry. We would also be open to industry professionals. If you would like to learn more about the course or the school prior to application, please get in touch.
Maida Vale School values creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity in both the classroom and beyond. We strive for innovation and promote warmth and friendliness while encouraging high aspirations: our pupils aim high and achieve well. MVS, in its fifth year, is growing and continues to establish its reputation as a positive, progressive, kind, and tolerant academically selective school.
We are looking for a part-time Teacher of Hospitality who is an excellent teacher, whose fantastic communication and organisational skills will enable all pupils to progress while enjoying their learning. You will have a desire to continually reflect on and develop your teaching practice while becoming part of our school community.
The Food Department
This thriving department benefits from a modern, well-equipped, and spacious food and nutrition classroom, designed to support high-quality practical and theoretical teaching. You will be joining a collaborative team. All teachers are provided with individual laptops for school use, both on-site and at home. In addition, all pupils bring their own devices to lessons, supporting a seamless integration of digital learning into the curriculum.
Essential for Teacher of Hospitality:
- A good degree in a relevant discipline and a recognised teaching qualification with QTS.
- Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for instilling in pupils a love for Hospitality or a related subject.
- Excellent classroom practitioner with exceptional classroom management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and the flexibility to take on new challenges.
- The ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Commitment to, and experience of, using a range of teaching styles and methods including ICT.
Desirable for Teacher of Hospitality:
- Experience of teaching Hospitality to Years 12 and 13.
- Experience of Pearson BTEC marking and moderation.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Work with curious and engaging pupils.
- Lead and innovate in a department with extensive resources.
- Teach in an inspiring workspace.
- Contribute to the strategic and operational development of the school.
- Take part in, lead, organise extra-curricular activities and trips.
This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post and it may be subject to modification after consultation with the post holder.
This position is a permanent, full-time role and will suit a practitioner who is organised, dynamic, efficient with time and meeting deadlines. The school operates its own pay scales and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and the nature of this role.
Facilities
The school, having been refurbished to an exceptional standard, is equipped with light, airy teaching spaces, a Sixth Form Independent Learning Centre, ample outside space including a MUGA and practice basketball court, a theatre, a Parent Café. The contemporary, cutting-edge facilities include awe-inspiring department areas in the creative and performing arts faculties, and include: two art & textiles studios, a Design & Technology workshop and adjoining CAD CAM, computing, and dance.
Curriculum
The school offers a broad range of subjects across all Key Stages. The curriculum is structured around a two-year KS3 programme, a three-year KS4 programme, a two-year Sixth Form programme, and the school pursues excellence in all areas. The school’s Bring Your Own Device policy ensures all pupils become digitally literate.
Pastoral & Extra-Curricular
The ethos of the school is that of a family – sociable, supportive, nurturing – imparting emotional care and security to pupils, parents and staff. Our approach emphasises the partnership with parents, hence the unique and popular Parent Café. An extensive extracurricular programme is in place, consisting of clubs and societies in sport, creative & performing arts, academic subjects, and areas beyond the curriculum.
Staff Development
The school is committed to staff development and the position will provide a good springboard for further promotion within the school and beyond. Weekly whole-school staff CPD takes places throughout the year; all members of staff are part of a Teaching & Learning Triad which meets several times throughout the year; all staff are encouraged to attend CPD courses. In addition, the school’s INSET days focus on Teaching & Learning, both the expertise within the staff body and from external providers.
Appointments
All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy, and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have. Maida Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.
Applications
Applications must be made on the school’s application form, which may be downloaded below or obtained via the school website: https://www.maidavaleschool.com/about-us/join-our-team
Please submit a completed application form together with a supporting letter of application and details of two referees. One referee should be able to comment on your teaching skills, and one should be from your current or most recent employer. References will be taken prior to interview. You must provide original documents as proof of identity at interview.
Completed applications should be emailed to recruitment@maidavaleschool.com or posted to Mr Magnus Bashaarat, Headmaster, Maida Vale School, 18 Saltram Crescent, London, W9 3HR.
Suitable applicants will be contacted by telephone or email and invited to attend an interview which is likely to be held on Thursday 23rd or Friday 24th January 2025. However, interviews will take place as and when suitable applications are received, so early applications are strongly encouraged.
