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What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a visionary leader ready for your next career move?

Plympton Academyis seeking to appoint a high-quality Head of Design, Technology and Engineering.

You will join a committed team of Teachers and will be instrumental in providing an outstanding education at the Academy. The successful candidate will be a creative and dynamic practitioner who implements an engaging and effective curriculum that enthuses and engages students of all abilities and ages, while maintaining high expectations to ensure that every student reaches their full potential.

As Head of Design, Technology and Engineering you will lead by example, develop, inspire and motivate your team and be committed to achieving high standards. You will be looking to enable our young people to achieve their very best. This is an excellent opportunity for an outstanding teacher who is now looking for promotion to Head of Department in a supportive and successful Academy or for an established Head of Design Technology and Engineering looking to continue the improvement journey that this department has already successfully started.

This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools, building upon our established ethos and values.You will benefit from avast support network including senior leaders, fellow teachers within the school and across the South West Hub and our Trust.

What you will need to succeed:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Job Description

• To develop, implement and quality assure an effective curriculum for Key stages 3, 4 and 5
• Be passionate about teaching and learning and have a positive outlook and excellent interpersonal skills
• Good or Outstanding classroom practice with high expectations for achievements and behaviour
• High expectations for yourself and the students ensure that all of our students achieve their very best
• An aspiring leader of learning and happy to grasp exciting CPD opportunities
• Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our schools

As Head of Department;

• Effectively line manage staff within the department
• Plan and lead department meetings with a focus on whole school priorities
• Be a strong, visible presence within the department insisting on the highest standards of teaching, learning and behaviour

What the school offers its staff

At Plympton Academy we believe in inspiring a culture of success for all, including our staff. We have a strong culture of staff development and support - high quality CPD, based on research and evidenced best practice, which is prioritised and supported through a tailored coaching programme.

We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free, teachers can teach and students’ can focus. As a result, we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning, are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
• Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
• Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
• Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at Plympton Academy.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

Northwick Manor Primary School is currently seeking to appoint a dynamic and dedicated professional to the position of Deputy Head. This full-time permanent role encompasses a breadth of responsibilities critical to the ongoing success and progression of our school. The Deputy Head, in partnership with the Headteacher, is central to shaping the school’s ethos and vision.

The Deputy Head Teacher at Northwick plays a major role in supporting the Headteacher with the day-to-day management of the school as well as taking a lead role in the strategic direction of the school. The Deputy Head Teacher will be required to deputise and assume full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Headteacher. As a member of the leadership team, the Deputy Head Teacher will play a major role in formulating the culture, vision, aims and objectives of the school, establishing the policies through which they shall be achieved, managing staff and resources to achieve the aims and objectives and monitor and evaluate progress towards their achievement.

Collaborating with a diverse team of teaching and support staff, effective communication is crucial. The Deputy Head must naturally foster a positive team spirit. An approachable and empathetic leadership style is essential in contributing to an encouraging atmosphere for both pupils and colleagues at Northwick.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent teacher who can lead, support and inspire our staff;
• Is highly motivated and organised;
• Has experience of leading initiatives that have had positive impact on pupil progress and attainment and have raised standards;
• Is passionate about the curriculum and about how children learn;
• Has experience of leading a team and has excellent interpersonal skills;
• Enjoys working with children with a variety of strengths and needs;
• Will work as part of a team to lead and help to drive school improvement.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A genuinely happy school where children love learning and teachers love teaching them
• An opportunity to work in partnership with an Headteacher who is dedicated to distributive leadership
• A role where you are fully included in making leadership decisions so that the school continues to thrive and develop its innovative approach to education
• A committed and motivated staff body, engaged parents and an active, supportive governing body.
• Access to first class professional development and support from a wide network of colleagues within Rivers CofE Academy Trust.
• A firm commitment to your continuing professional development, including opportunities to collaborate and contribute within the Trust.

Further details about the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and exemplary leader who shares our commitment to providing an extraordinary education for all children.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Post Title: Head of Maths

Salary Grade: Teachers Main Scale £28,000 - £49,064

Closing Date: 1/12/2024

We reserve the right to appoint the position before the closing date.

We are currently looking to recruit a dynamic Maths Teacher

Ofsted said “Supportive relationships and high expectations lie at the heart of this inspirational school” (Outstanding 2022)

Do you think you are up to the job? If so, we welcome you to apply for the position.

“We will work it out”

About the role

Responsibilities

• Pastoral Lead
• Tutor
• Advocate

The Post holder will help co-ordinate and Quality Assure the educational offer for their students ensuring an aspirational and bespoke package.

The Teacher will be held to account to the teacher standards as well as the outcomes of their subject teaching.

In particular we are looking for a, Head of Maths who are able to deliver GCSE, Entry Level and Functional skills qualifications across KS3, 4 and 5. Core subjects should be vibrantly taught, engaging subjects with teachers who fully utilise interactive teaching methods in addition to the more formal approaches to engage a wide variety of learning needs.

We would also be interested in applications from Teachers who specialise in any other area but have a passion for teaching disengaged learners. Please specify your area of specialism on your application form.

Our teachers are bold, compassionate and totally committed to social change and improving the life chances of our pupils. If this sounds like you-come and join our team. You won’t be disappointed.

What the school offers its staff

About us

We believe in our pupils’ ability to be brilliant, in education and in life.

The ContinU Plus Academy is an innovative and exciting Alternative Provision Secondary Free School based in Kidderminster. Our academy is now in its Ninth year, and has achieved a Outstanding grading in all categories at Ofsted (2022).

We are an educational provider for vulnerable and disengaged students in the Wyre Forest and Hagley area. All staff here are deeply committed to the wellbeing safeguarding and academic progress of our pupils. We work together as a close knit team to ensure pupils at our school receive high quality and bespoke educational provision. This is a very exciting time to join our school and join with us to make a substantial difference to the lives of our pupils.

Commitment to safeguarding

ContinU Plus Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

This new arm of our school service, the Behaviour and Outreach team, has been created in response to the AP and SEN improvement plan.

The aim of the team is to ensure successful reintegration of pupils into the mainstream who have completed placements in our Outstanding Alternative provision school the ContinU Plus Academy (CPA). The Outreach Lead will be a member of the School’s Leadership team and be responsible for a team of two other newly appointed staff.

You will be part of a service that supports mainstream settings to deliver quality teaching and timely interventions that improves outcomes for vulnerable children and young people with behaviour challenges.

You will work in a multi-professional way in partnership with our Local authority, Feeder schools and linked professionals/agencies. You will offer a program of services within mainstream schools to effectively support reintegration of pupil’s post CPA referral. The role is vital to the development of our school’s offer and you will lead on building positive parenting links in addition to working with mainstream school.

Our ultimate aim is to reduce exclusions across Worcestershire and improve the quality of the service Alternative Provisions offer.

Our aim is to improve outcomes and reduce suspensions and permanent exclusions for children and young people.

Main purpose of the job

• To work across the educational settings within Worcestershire to improve the reintegration offer for pupils who have accessed the CPA.
• To improve teaching and learning for students who present classroom challenges within the mainstream environment.
• To provide resources for students with SEMH needs or who are at risk of exclusion
• To deliver training for school staff across settings in Worcestershire to develop the understanding and skills involved in successfully teaching SEMH/SEN pupils.
• To support a caseload of pupils with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges, providing mentoring to support reintegration.
• To develop and maintain effective networks across key staff in schools with responsibilities for behaviour and inclusion to enable the effective embedding of good practice and broadening of capacity in local schools.
• Facilitate the work of school-to-school support to build capacity and raise standards, by developing a Behaviour and Inclusion network to allow good practice to be shared across Lambeth.

• To deliver a behaviour CPD program for school staff and work collaboratively with the school support services
• Undertake evaluation of behaviour policies in schools and teacher performance with senior leaders of schools.

What the school offers its staff

Assistant Headteacher - Lead of Outreach

Salary L1 -L4

Closing date: 21/10/2024 Interviews 24/10/2024 & 25/10/2024

This new arm of our school service, the Behaviour and Outreach team, has been created in response to the AP and SEN improvement plan.

The aim of the team is to ensure successful reintegration of pupils into the mainstream who have completed placements in our Outstanding Alternative provision school the ContinU Plus Academy (CPA). The Outreach Lead will be a member of the School’s Leadership team and be responsible for a team of two other newly appointed staff.

You will be part of a service that supports mainstream settings to deliver quality teaching and timely interventions that improves outcomes for vulnerable children and young people with behaviour challenges.

You will work in a multi-professional way in partnership with our Local authority, Feeder schools and linked professionals/agencies. You will offer a program of services within mainstream schools to effectively support reintegration of pupil’s post CPA referral. The role is vital to the development of our school’s offer and you will lead on building positive parenting links in addition to working with mainstream school.

Our ultimate aim is to reduce exclusions across Worcestershire and improve the quality of the service Alternative Provisions offer.

Our aim is to improve outcomes and reduce suspensions and permanent exclusions for children and young

Further details about the role

ContinU Plus Academy

Person Specification

It is essential that in you can meet the following requirements for the role and be able to give evidence or examples of your proven experience in each of the shortlisting criteria marked Application (A).

You should expect that all areas listed below will be assessed as part of the interview and assessment process should you be shortlisted.

If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, you will need to give evidence or examples of your proven experience in the areas marked with “Ticks” (✓) on the person specification when you complete the application form.

Shortlisting Criteria

Qualifications

ü Qualified teacher: PGCE or equivalent

ü Qualified SENCO

ü A

ü A

Skills and knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of all national legislation, code of practice and statutory requirements & legal framework regarding exclusions and suspensions
• Robust understanding of the needs and strategies necessary to support children with SEMH needs or behavioural challenges
• A proven knowledge of equal opportunities and inclusion policies as they affect pupils and their families
• Knowledge and understanding of the nature and effects of racial and economic disadvantage and inner-city deprivation and the ability to develop appropriate responses to the arising needs
• Detailed knowledge of the latest educational research and best practice relating to behaviour and safeguarding in schools

ü A

ü A

Experience

• Experience of analysing data to inform operational procedures
• Experience of coordinating interventions for students with SEMH needs or at risk of exclusion
• Practical working experience of developing and providing training to teachers and school staff
• Proven teaching experience of raising standards leading to good outcomes for pupils.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage delivery of varied workloads to agreed standards, whilst carrying an individual caseload, without direct supervision
• Experience of working in a situation where different agencies and disciplines have been required to work together collaboratively.
• Experience of developing strategic plans to improve outcomes within an educational setting and drafting SEN and / or behaviour policies

Core Values and Behaviours

Equity

• Listen to the views of others and ask for their opinions making sure that everyone in my team inputs into the things that matter.
• Ensure fairness and justice is at the heart of my decision making and support to my team and others.
• Take time to build trust, building the respect of our stakeholders and ensuring as a team we take accountability for doing what we agree to do.
• Develop others and ensure we work as one team for Lambeth, encouraging everyone to play their part
• Take positive action to ensure everyone in my team has opportunities to learn and grow at work
• Encourage everyone to be themselves at work and value who they are
• I am inclusive and actively celebrate diversity, recognising everyone in my team as individuals.

Kindness

• Treat each member of my team with respect and dignity just as I would want for myself.
• Encourage each member of my team to do their very best work and am available to them to provide support and guidance.
• Personalise my support to each team members and look out for them, lending a hand wherever I can
• Encourage everyone to try and learn from mistakes and use integrity to take action with my team to put things right together
• Work with empathy seeking to understand each and every member of team, their unique perspective and circumstances and ensure everyone is heard
• Take the time to communicate, being honest, open and genuine and taking the time to get to know team members as individuals.
• Show compassion and patience recognising that everyone in the team has unique experience and celebrating the great work they do for Lambeth.
• Look after the health and wellbeing of my team members and encourage open and regular discussions about the issues that impact on them, working together to find solutions.

Accountability

• I encourage and support my team to do the right thing even when it’s tough and we communicate our decisions in a timely way
• I ensure my team and employees take individual and collective accountability for performance and delivery, making sure that they have clear plans and performance objectives.
• I ensure my team plan ahead, getting the basics right and take swift action when problems arise
• I encourage my team to be risk aware and ensuring that our decisions and actions are informed and understood and communicated to others.
• I provide regular, timely and constructive feedback to my team members on their performance and behaviours and act quickly when performance is not on track.
• I share my learning, knowledge and skills with others thorough coaching and mentoring and encourage others to do the same.
• I ensure that my team and I put residents, communities, customers and their needs at the centre of everything we do.
• I encourage my team to learn and grow and ask questions to find the information they need to do their jobs

Ambition

• Am proud of our borough and my team and encourage everyone in the team to aim for the highest possible standards of excellence in everything we do.
• Encourage my team to be flexible and try new things when it’s appropriate to do so and tell me what could be improved.
• Promote a one team for Lambeth approach reaching out to our stakeholders to face our challenges together
• Encourage and support my team to be courageous for our residents and communities and stop at nothing to ensure they have the best possible outcomes
• I make time for the team to Innovate and look for creative ways to do things better, being curious about possibilities.
• Positively challenge and encourage the team to collaborate and look for solutions together across service and team boundaries.
• Make time for my team to grow and develop taking advantage of opportunities to learn from each other and others. We plan our learning and career growth.
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Commitment to safeguarding

ContinU Plus Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Qualified teacher status.
• Degree qualification in a relevant subject.
• Evidence of professional development and recent relevant in service training.
• Commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people
• Successful teaching experience.
• Successful record of raising standards: demonstrable skills of a highly effective classroom practitioner.
• Experience of working with colleagues on resource procurement and preparation.
• Effective communication with parents.
• Deliver and collaboratively develop the values-based curriculum.
• Deliver and collaboratively develop literacy within the curriculum. (Desirable)
• Appreciation of the Christian ethos of the school through clarity of vision.
• Make effective use of formative assessment.
• Identify the learning needs of individuals and groups and plan supportive interventions where necessary.
• Provide quality feedback to pupils.
• Define, identify and deliver highly effective teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of inclusive behaviour management strategies and to effectively apply this in practice.
• Experience of working in collaborative partnerships with other schools. (Desirable)
• Promote the Christian values of the school.
• Ability to build and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues and parents.
• Inspirational to pupils.
• Ability to lead the department through changes and to meet new challenges with enthusiasm, vision and flair.
• Self-motivated and hard working.
• Positive approach to behaviour management and rewards.
• Commitment to developing the extra-curricular life of the school and other out of school activities.
• Commitment to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all pupils and colleagues.
• Ability to demonstrate drive and determination.
• Role-model for good manners and professional behaviour.

What the school offers its staff

Walkwood is a school that has clear values that are taught within all lessons alongside the subject knowledge and associated skills. Therefore, we are seeking a colleague who will uphold our school values, and who also believes that each individual pupil deserves high-level pastoral care.

Commitment to safeguarding

Walkwood Church of England Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint either an experienced or emerging leader who is also an excellent Science Teacher to join us from 1 January 2025. Biology or Chemistry specialism is preferable. The successful candidate will be required to teach across the full ability range including KS3, KS4 and their subject specialism at KS5.

The exact responsibilities of the TLR post are negotiable but will certainly include a significant role in ensuring the most impactful teaching and learning across the faculty.

For further details, please refer to the person specification.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly successful, hard-working and friendly faculty whose work, professional development and well-being is greatly valued and supported by the Senior Leadership Team.

Benefits

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Access to a cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:

• 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP
• 24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
• Eldercare Advice
• Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
• Gym discounts

For further details, please refer to the job description which details the support the successful candidate will have.

Commitment to safeguarding

Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Excellent subject knowledge across Year 7-13

An understanding of the importance of impactful teaching and learning

Knowledge of the range of strategies which impact on students’ progress and outcomes

Evidence of excellent progress in own lessons

To be able to evaluate good teaching and learning in other’s lessons and provide supportive and constructive feedback to secure improved staff practice and student outcomes

An understanding of the Ofsted framework.

Knowledge of relevant associations and external bodies

Knowledge of statutory responsibilities including safeguarding

Abilities And Skills

Essential

Excellent teacher of Design Technology with consistently strong demonstrable student outcomes

Ability to use assessment data to analyse students’ progress to secure improved outcomes

Ability to use comparative data to inform school improvement and intervention planning

Show excellent time and management skills and analyse, prioritise and meet deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a range of stakeholders, teachers; parents/carers and students

Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, ability to plan and prioritise time effectively

Ability to hold others to account

Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of the wider school team

Ability to use IT effectively for teaching and leadership/management tasks

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming and supportive environment

• Effective professional support and development

• Opportunities for leadership development

• Successful GCSE and A Level Design Technology teaching

• Excellent facilities

• A forward-looking school where excellent teachers can transform lives

• Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme

• Eye Care scheme with Specsavers

Commitment to safeguarding

Shires Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic and highly skilled teacher to join our school to lead the Science Faculty.

You shall be joining a very successful and supportive department. All three Sciences continue to be popular choices at KS5. A background in Chemistry or Physics would be an advantage.

You will have an excellent knowledge of the curriculum and curriculum design to ensure that core powerful knowledge is embedded and developed across all Key Stages. You will be able to lead by example to promote high quality classroom practice and you will have the interpersonal skills to influence and develop colleagues within the faculty to deliver high quality teaching for every student.

The successful applicant will:

• Enhance teaching and learning within Science
• Lead and inspire a love of learning all three sciences
• Lead the planning and development of the Science curriculum
• Maximise progress and achievement through rigorous monitoring, intervention and review
• Be an example of best practice across all Key Stages
• Have energy, adaptability, resilience and the determination to make change and see things through
• Make a full contribution to the wider life of the school.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer:

• A well-qualified and experienced team of specialists
• A modern and well-resourced faculty
• Support and development for your leadership skills and career progression

The opportunity to work with an ambitious and highly supportive environment

• An inclusive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.

Closing date: 15th October 2024 at 5.00 pm

Interviews will be held week commencing 21st October 2024

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Statement: The Chase is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and therefore the successful application for any position will be required to undertake a criminal records check DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) with ID and reference checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Headteacher to lead assessment across the school.

Please see the ‘Roles and Responsibilities’ together with the 'Person Specification' attachments for further details. This is an evolving role and can be adapted to suit strengths and leadership interests.

What the school offers its staff

Bredon Hill Academy is in a unique rural setting with wonderful pupils and a supportive teaching staff. It is a popular and over-subscribed school with children who are positive and well-motivated. We are part of the Worcestershire Hills Trust.

Please visit our website for further information and how to apply.

https://www.bredon.worcs.sch.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&pid=93

Commitment to safeguarding

Bredon Hill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an online check, an enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service, two verified references and obtain medical clearance.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a confident and caring individual who:

• Has proven leadership skills and an understanding of teamwork in a small school
• Will develop the school’s ethos of achieving high academic standards while still allowing for creativity and enrichment within the curriculum
• Is responsible for daily management of the school with some cover teaching when required
• Is forward-looking and proactive by evaluating research and working collaboratively
• Has an understanding of the demands of small schools and their commitments

What the school offers its staff

In return, Sytchampton can offer:

• A team of hard-working professionals who are committed to excellent performance and continued improvement
• A village school with a small Reception class (PAN 15) and then mixed classes of up to 30
• Children who are involved in their learning in school through a growth mindset approach and who respect each other and their community.

Further details about the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Please contact the school office on 01905 620418 or e-mail office@sytchampton.worcs.sch.uk to make an appointment to visit. Our visit days are

Monday 7th October 2024 – 13:30 to 17:00

Thursday 10th October 2024 – 9:30 to 11:30 or 13:30 to 17:00

Further information about the school can be found on our website www.sytchampton.worcs.sch.uk

Closing date/time for applications Monday 21st October 2024 at 12pm

Interviews will be held in the week of 4th November 2024

Completed application forms should be returned by e-mail to Dr P Jain, Chair of Governors at the office address above.

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.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Leadership and management experience in a school
• Teaching experience [at least 5 years]
• Involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
• Line-management experience
• Demonstrable experience of successful line management and staff development
• Whole school pastoral experience
• Proven experience as an outstanding classroom practitioner teaching the full ability range 11-18
• Understanding of high-quality teaching, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve
• Understanding of school finances
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others
• Ability to build effective working relationships

What the school offers its staff

• Students who are genuinely curious
• A welcoming, friendly and supportive culture
• Opportunities for personal development
• A commitment to rational and balanced leadership

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS, where appropriate.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Hours: Full Time 39 hours per week

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only + 1 TE Day

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Chase for a suitably qualified individual to contribute to the busy life of our Pastoral system as Pastoral Year Leader. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team of Year Leaders supported by other experienced members of staff.

You will be responsible for leading aspects of the Pastoral care of approximately 200-270 students in one of the school’s year groups within this comprehensive school situated at the hear of its community in Malvern. This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate to join our vibrant school community and to help contribute to the ever-growing success and reputation of The Chase School.

Please read the job description and person specification and if you feel that you have the qualities and experience to be a part of our success, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Closing date: 8th September 2024 at 5.00pm

Interviews will be held during week commencing 9th September 2024

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Statement: The Chase is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and therefore the successful application for any position will be required to undertake a criminal records check DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) with ID and reference checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about education and ready to make a lasting impact?

Look no further! We’re seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead Plympton Academy.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced leader who believes in our culture, values and that a cognitive-based curriculum is the vehicle to transform life chances. As the Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our academy. You will work closely with staff, parents, and the wider community to ensure that our pupils receive an outstanding education.

The Headteacher will be committed to driving the improvement journey by leading initiatives that transform teaching and learning, enhance student engagement, and elevate overall school performance.Additionally, the successful candidate will develop and implement a forward-thinking vision for the academy, fostering a culture of excellence.

Please see the Candidate booklet for further information on this exciting role.

‘The school has raised its expectations of pupils’ achievement and made improvements to the curriculum’ – Ofsted 2024

Plympton Academy is a mixed secondary school for students aged 11-19.We believe in inspiring a culture of success for all, including our staff. Our academy is proud to be a part of the Thinking Schools Academy trust, a family of schools all united to“transform the life chances” of all our children and young people.

What you will need to succeed:

For a full list of role responsibilities and a person specification please view the attached Job Description

• Transformational Leadership:A proven track record of leading significant school improvement.
• Aspiration Cultivation:Understand how to create a culture of aspiration and a supportive learning environment for students, enabling them to achieve their academic potential.
• High Expectations:Hold high academic expectations for all students, regardless of their prior attainment and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Community Advocacy:Be a passionate advocate for our school within the wider community.
• Emotional Intelligence:Possess high levels of emotional intelligence.
• Effective Team Leadership:Demonstrate highly developed people skills and previous experience in leading teams effectively.
• Dynamic Communication:Excellent public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Curriculum Expertise:Fully acquainted with the demands and requirements of the curriculum.

What the school offers its staff

Our mission is to “transform life chances”; at The Thinking Schools Academy Trust we believe education has the power to change lives; children only have one chance to get this right. To ensure all our academies focus on our mission, school leaders translated our mission to core values that are demonstrated and evident in all our Academies:

Child First, Aspire, Challenge, Achieve

In addition, as a Trust, we will support you transform the life chances of our young people in the South West through a support structure encompassing expert knowledge from local schools and our centralised support services. Professional experts in HR, Facilities, IT, Finance and Marketing will assist the operational running of the school to give time back to Leaders and allow them to focus on education.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Coaching Environment:Vast support network including the CEO, Executive Team and Directors of Education to support you on your development journey;
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning;
• Professional Development:With an outstanding Leadership and Management team within the Trust, we are focused on providing our staff with bespoke CPD;
• Central Services for Schools:The Trust employs experts in all major support services to focus on operations and infrastructure, giving time back to teachers to focus on education;
• Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice;
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers;
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards;
• Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher;
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme;
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff;
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme.

Life in Plympton (relocation package available)

Located in the warm county Devon, Plympton is a vibrant market town with a rich history and culture:

• Architecture dating back as far as the Romans, such as the impressive St. Maurice Church;
• Plympton is a thriving hub of activities with events and festivals regularly hosted in the town;
• Affordable house prices at an average of£267,718 (source:Rightmove) which is lower than the national average £282,000 (source:gov.uk);
• Strong sense of community in a diverse mix of residents.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

LEO AcademyTrust is now seeking to appoint an outstanding Finance Manager. This is a great opportunity for you to join a friendly, forward thinking finance team within a growing Multi-Academy Trust of 9 schools at an exciting time in its development.

Based at our Central Trust Office you will be responsible for preparing the monthly Management Accounts collaborating with the Director of Finance and stakeholders across the Trust. Working closely with both the Director of Finance and Operational teams you will

• A relevant professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or comparable experience)
• Excellent financial analysis skills with the ability to manipulate, interpret, and present complex data
• Experience assisting in the budget preparation and monitoring of a maintained school, academy, or similar educational organisation
• Experienced in leading and managing teams and can develop supportive relationships with stakeholders and colleagues
• Proficiency in financial accounting and budgeting software packages working to deadlines

What the school offers its staff

LEO Academy Trust champions continuous professional development and delivers a programme of in house CPD including. We also work with a range of partners to offer accessible training for all staff including e-learning, a CPD website and face to face workshops.

We believe in the importance of succession planning, and that we are well placed to support you in your next challenge. We offer opportunities to work across different academies within the Trust, and a commitment to promotion opportunities, encouraging ‘home grown’ talent.

Informal conversations are welcomed and a visit to our team is encouraged. Please contact the Trust’s dedicated HR Team

Commitment to safeguarding

All employees of the Trust are deemed to be in regulated activity with children and as such, all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and for this role, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed amongst other checks as appropriate. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a declaration regarding offences and have references requested (unless agreed otherwise), prior to the interview.

What skills and experience we're looking for



Hours: Full Time 39 hours per week

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only + 1 TE Day

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Chase for a suitably qualified individual to contribute to the busy life of our Pastoral system as Pastoral Year Leader. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team of Year Leaders supported by other experienced members of staff.

You will be responsible for leading aspects of the Pastoral care of approximately 200-240 students in one of the school’s year groups within this comprehensive school situated at the hear of its community in Malvern. This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate to join our vibrant school community and to help contribute to the ever-growing success and reputation of The Chase School.

Please read the job description and person specification and if you feel that you have the qualities and experience to be a part of our success, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff



Closing date:8th July 2024 at 5.00pm

Interviews will be held week commencing 15th July 2024

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert early for the suitable candidate.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Statement: The Chase is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and therefore the successful application for any position will be required to undertake a criminal records check DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) with ID and reference checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.