Teacher of eTec – To commence in September 2025 (or sooner)
This position is permanent.
Applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs welcomed.
Accommodation or an accommodation allowance is available with this role.
We are a leading, independent, day and boarding prep school for boys aged 7-13, located in beautiful surroundings in South Buckinghamshire (on the outskirts of London).
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and inspirational eTEC teacher who has the skills and vision to enhance the eTEC department. This full time position is for a person who has a relevant degree and qualified teacher status. S/he will be an ambitious and energetic subject specialist who has the drive and commitment to build on the success we already have and promote innovation through STEM subjects. The eTEC teacher will focus on more modern manufacturing processes using CAD / CAM and on programmable electronics; promote the practical, investigative and creative skills required to understand and contribute to our technological world and encourage problem solving, decision making and independence through practical project work and design.
The successful candidate will have:
outstanding subject knowledge, keeping abreast of latest developments in Engineering, Design, Technology, Computer Science and Coding/Programming;
demonstrable success in the teaching of coding, eg Raspberry Pi, and running a First Lego League programme;
the vision and ability to promote these subjects to pupils and parents alike;
a proven track record of success that would add to Caldicott’s academic culture;
excellent interpersonal skills, resilience, and the ability to work as a part of a collaborative team and
be equally at home teaching those who find the subject hard and those who work at a level above their age group.
The ability to coach sport is also desirable and the successful candidate must show a desire to play a full and active role, including commitment to supporting this age range pastorally and being fully involved in boarding life and extra-curricular activities.
For more information and an application form, please contact helendoubler@appleteachers.com or on 07867654459. Alternatively, please submit your CV online. We will interview as soon as we receive a strong application and offer excellent support to ECTs.
