Total 17 Education / Training job vacancies in Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6EW

What skills and experience we're looking for

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What the school offers its staff

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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

Experience and knowledge

• Experience of teaching pupils with SLD, PMLD and/or ASC
• Evidence of being a good / outstanding teacher
• Has a sound understanding of the National Curriculum and differentiation
• Evidence of being involved in recent and relevant professional development relating to pupils with special needs
• Ability to maximise the use of ICT for both teaching and professional duties
• Have high standards of education for all pupils
• Have a commitment to personal and professional development
• Awareness of current initiatives within education
• Evidence of a good understanding of alternative means of communication

Skills and qualities

• Flexible and creative approach towards motivating children to learn

• Excellent communication skills at all levels both verbal and written
• Evidence of supporting the work place ethos
• The ability to work in a team
• Evidence of developing effective relationships with others
• Evidence of effective working with others within the school community
• Able to carry out manual handling programmes under the guidance of the therapists
• Support the pupils in pool

What the school offers its staff

Benefits of working at Springfield include:

• Contribution towards glasses and eye tests for DSE use
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including cycle to work
• Perk Box - discount and wellbeing platform membership

• 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance
• Membership to My Healthy Advantage wellbeing app

• Free car parking and cycle storage

Commitment to safeguarding

The Gallery Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any offer of employment with The Gallery Trust is subject to verification of ID and qualifications, satisfactory evidence of the right to work in the UK, health clearance, NCTL and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check. The Gallery Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from candidates from all ethnic and community backgrounds.

What skills and experience we're looking for

You would thrive in the role if you are you someone who:

• Is passionate about education;
• Is calm, supportive and focused on pupils mental well-being;
• Works creatively with the curriculum to help all children succeed;
• Loves challenging themselves and others;
• Relishes in opportunities to develop your own practice;
• Enjoys working as part of a team;
• Recognises the importance of great relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.

What the school offers its staff

We will offer you:

• Enthusiastic and hardworking;
• A supportive staff and Governing Body who have fun at work;
• A progressive, forward thinking Academy Trust;
• A commitment to your professional development and potential leadership opportunities for the right candidate;
• Chance to work with experienced staff who can support and mentor you in the role;
• A welcoming environment where creativity is encouraged.

A tour of the school can be arranged on an individual basis but you can also find out more about us on the Dashwood Academy website.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Aspirations Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure and references.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you reflective, forward thinking, driven and dynamic?

At Barley Hill Primary School, we have a team of dedicated and professional staff and governors. We provide first class education for our pupils. We embrace values-based education to ensure all children are supported with the skills and qualities they will need to succeed.

We are passionate and committed to ensuring our curriculum is engaging and inspiring, working towards high levels of creativity and innovation in our teaching and learning across the school. Our ultimate aim is to provide children with access to a broad range of experiences and challenges so that every child reaches their full potential. Our ideal candidate will be

• An excellent class teacher with successful experience of teachingwho loves working with children and inspires them to achieve high standards and realise their potential;
• A great team player who can work successfully in collaboration with others and contribute towards the school ethos and its school improvement activities;
• Ambitious and prepared to invest time in their own professional development so that they can become and remain an outstanding teacher;
• Able to make a significant contribution to the wider life of our School;
• An outstanding, enthusiastic, forward thinking teacher;
• Have the highest expectations for all pupils, to ensure they reach their full potential;
• Be committed to high standards of teaching, learning and classroom management; are innovative and creative in delivering outstanding lessons within an extremely positive and stimulating learning environment;
• Able to positively promote inclusion and have high expectations for all children.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you

• To be part of a vibrant, inspiring learning environment and team
• An exciting working environment with engaged, motivated and enthusiastic children
• Excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities
• Supportive colleagues, leadership and Governors
• An active part to play in a vibrant and happy school

Visits to the school are essential. Please contact Helen Cole, to arrange a visit on 01844 213100 (pa@barley-hill.oxon.sch.uk) or to request a job description and person specification.

Closing Date for applications: Midday Monday 18th November 2024 Interview: Week Beginning 25th November 2024

Further details about the role

Year 3 Class Teacher - January 2025

Fixed Term Contract until August 2025

MPS: M3 – M6

Commitment to safeguarding

Barley Hill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, all employees and workers are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including satisfactory enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Early Career Teacher to teach English to groups of students from all abilities across KS3 to KS5 from September 2025, in a supportive and team-orientated School graded as ‘Good’ in all categories. (Ofsted March 2024).

The successful candidate will be an ECT with a passion for their subject who will inspire and engage our students, and who will actively assist in the further development of English within the School. You will join a committed, hardworking and friendly department who work closely together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students.

The Department has grown in strength with the current team and we are looking for a passionate and driven individual who will contribute to the current teaching and learning strategies and develop their own teaching practice with our support.

What the school offers its staff

At The Bicester School we pride ourselves on having successfully created an ethos that is nurturing, but challenging, and fully inclusive to all staff and students. We are fortunate to be located in a rural part of North Oxfordshire with excellent transport links.

Commitment to safeguarding

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, candidates will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. The Bicester School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We undertake social media checks on all shortlisted candidates in accordance with DFE statutory guidance ‘KCSIE 2024’.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job details

Job title: Class Teacher

Salary: Main scale M1 – M6

Reporting to: Headteacher

Main purpose

The teacher will:

• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document
• Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
• Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge
• Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
• Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes
• Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach

Health, safety and discipline

• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
• Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

Professional development

• Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures
• Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching
• Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others

Communication

• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals

• Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school
• Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

Personal and professional conduct

• Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school
• Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality

• Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities

Management of staff and resources

• Direct and supervise support staff assigned to them
• Deploy resources delegated to them

The teacher will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher or line manager.

Personal Specification

Criteria

Qualities

Qualifications and experience

• Qualified teacher status
• Degree
• Successful primary teaching experience

Skills and knowledge

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and the ability to deliver effective classroom and behaviour management
• Ability to plan and deliver exciting and engaging lessons
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Personal qualities

• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Sense of humour
• Ability to work as part of a team

What the school offers its staff

We can offer

• A position in a popular, friendly and lively village school (NOR 91 in main school)
• A dedicated and experienced team of teachers and support staff
• A Trust/school that prides itself on its high standards of behaviour and positive attitudes to learning
• Pupils who are enthusiastic about their learning and want to reach their potential
• Supportive parents
• CPD development opportunities both within the school and across the Multi-Academy Trust

Commitment to safeguarding

King's Sutton Primary Academy/Prime7 MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate would need to undergo a DBS check and be committed to the safeguarding of children.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job details

Job title: Class Teacher (Resource Base)

Salary: Main scale M1 – M6/UPS

Reporting to: Headteacher

Main purpose

The teacher will:

• Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document
• Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

To plan, prepare and teach an appropriate programme of work for the children which:

• Engages the children in learning
• Takes account of each child’s individual needs through differentiation of expectation/task
• Considers the needs of the child in all aspects of development
• Has a commitment to a knowledge-based curriculum and the celebration of children’s contributions
• Enables the children to develop independence
• Ensures the child makes progress
• Fulfils the National Curriculum requirements
• Is in line with whole school policies
• Demonstrates an awareness of decisions made by Prime7, School, Government, LA, Governing Board and Support Agencies.
• To assess and evaluate the children’s work and provide school data which is in line with the National Curriculum requirements
• Uses formative and summative assessments
• Enables the tracking and monitoring of progress and informs the setting of targets
• Forms the basis of professional dialogue with colleagues, parents, support Agencies and partner Schools.
• Is available to parents and used to report on the child’s progress
• To ensure that all the children within the class have equal access to the experiences and opportunities provided.
• To lead a subject area across the whole school.
• To take an active part in all meetings.
• To have high expectations of the children in work, attitude, behaviour and learning behaviours.

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision.
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes.
• Provide cover, in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach.

Health, safety and discipline

• Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils
• Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

Professional development

• Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures.
• Take part in further training and development in order to improve own teaching.
• Where appropriate, take part in the appraisal and professional development of others.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers.

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals

• Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school.
• Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues.

Personal and professional conduct

• Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school.
• Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality.
• Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities.

Management of staff and resources

• Direct and supervise support staff assigned to them.
• Deploy resources delegated to them.

The teacher will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct.

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.

Personal Specification

Criteria

Qualities

Qualifications and experience

• Qualified teacher status
• Degree
• Successful primary teaching experience

Skills and knowledge

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
• A good understanding of how children learn
• Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs
• Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
• Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
• Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies and the ability to deliver effective classroom and behaviour management
• Ability to plan and deliver exciting and engaging lessons
• Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning.
• Recent experience of working within a Primary School curriculum or recent experience with children with SEND
• Able to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of individual children.
• Knowledge and proven experience related to the core standards for teaching.
• Ability to enhance achievement and attainment for pupils/students.
• Ability to use progress tracking and data to ensure all groups of pupils/students achieve.

Personal qualities

• A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school
• High expectations for children’s attainment and progress
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Sense of humour
• Ability to work as part of a team

What the school offers its staff

We can offer

• A passion for inclusion.
• Our dedicated professional development programme.
• A voice in developing yourself professionally.
• Pupils come to school happy.
• Leaders and staff support every pupil to reach their full potential.

• Staff benefit from regular training to develop their expertise.
• We have a fantastic staff team and a supportive parent/carer community.
• We offer a high quality, well-resourced and carefully structured provision, within an excellent broad and balanced curriculum. We strive to meet the needs of all children – doing ‘Whatever It Takes’ to help children fulfil their potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

King's Sutton Primary Academy/Prime7 MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate would need to undergo a DBS check and be committed to the safeguarding of children.

PAINTING & DECORATING INSTRUCTORLocation: HMP Bullingdon, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX25 1PZHours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearFlexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible or part time hoursSalary: Up to £36,890 per annum (Subject to experience)Apprenticeships: Development opportunities are available through Apprenticeship standardsReporting To: Head of EducationIN SHORTPractical courses are popular with our learners at HMP Bullingdon. MK College Group provide prison-based learners with the opportunities to develop skills and experience they can apply to employment upon release or to careers within custody.MK College Group have an exciting opportunity for a Painting & Decorating Instructor to join the Education Team based at HMP Bullingdon. You will be working within the prison, delivering courses to diverse groups of learners.We are keen to hear from candidates experienced in the Painting and Decorating trade, who are interested in starting a career within teaching, and want to share their industry knowledge with learners who can really benefit from acquiring these new skills and qualifications. Vocational courses within the prison require a Tutor who can motivate learners and help them build not only skills, but confidence to succeed. We can support with teacher training if you have the trade skills and a can do attitude.If you are seeking a new challenge where you can positively impact on individual’s learning experience and future, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you!MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.OUR BENEFITS35 days annual leave and 3 extra Company Closure days (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)Generous Pension SchemeProfessional development opportunities, including professional qualificationsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per yearA variety of amazing discounts with NUS CardEmployee wellbeing platform with options to book free activitiesABOUT HMP Bullingdon...Bullingdon Community Prison is situated near the village of Arncott in Bicester, Oxon. HMP Bullingdon is a complex prison that has a number of functions. It is categorized as a local category B prison which a category C resettlement function. HMP Bullingdon has the capacity to hold 1114 offenders all serving a range of sentences from remand to life, with the average length of stay between 3 and 6 months.The College works closely with our prison colleagues to deliver short to medium courses that help prepare learners for employment upon release. Courses include: English and Maths Functional Skills (Entry 2 to Level 2), ICT, Cookery, Hospitality, Business, Self-Employment, Painting & Decorating, Horticulture, Paving, Mentoring and Barbering.In the department we believe the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge will help our learners to end their offending behaviour. We engage the hardest to reach learners and encourage them to take pride in their own education and self-development. As a department, we endeavour to inspire learners to achieve and for some, attain their first significant qualifications.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teacher looking to make a real difference in the lives of students? North Oxfordshire Academy is seeking a skilled individual to join our team and help deliver high-quality numeracy and literacy intervention programmes to support our students' development.

We would warmly welcome applications from both full time and part time candidates.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher with experience in numeracy intervention
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data effectively
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to engage with families and secure positive support for students
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity

Key Responsibilities:

• Devise numeracy intervention programmes in collaboration with the Head of Maths & SENDCo
• Undertake small-group and one-to-one interventions to help students progress in numeracy
• Analyse assessment data to monitor numeracy development and adjust interventions accordingly
• Work with Learning Coaches to ensure cohesion and effective sharing of intervention details
• Provide 1:1 support for students with EHCP or HLN funding

What the school offers its staff

What we offer: More pay, more time, and more support.

• We offer the best pay in the sector - We pay an average of 5% above national scales.
• Three extra INSET days a year for planning.
• Health Cash Plan - We offer a health cash plan giving you money towards essential medical treatment.
• Guaranteed personal day – 1 paid personal day each year, to use as you want.
• Great training for your career - Excellent ongoing CPD and career development opportunities across the academy and United Learning.
• Wellbeing Support - Access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, providing support with issues from legal and financial to family and housing; access to free counselling; and other wellbeing support.
• The opportunity to save money across hundreds of major retailers, through Perkbox.

Commitment to safeguarding

North Oxfordshire Academy ensures a whole school approach to safeguarding. This means ensuring safeguarding and child protection are at the forefront and underpins all relevant aspects of process and policy development. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Description for Teacher of Maths & Physics

Purpose

The prime purpose of this role is to:

• Teach the subjects from Key stage 3 – Key stage 5

The general duties and responsibilities of the role are:

• To deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students
• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher / form tutor
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment

• To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal, academic growth and spiritual growth
• To carry out the statutory secular tasks laid down in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions of Service Document in the light of procedures, policies and guidelines adopted by the Governing Body
• To contribute to the Catholic life of the school community with an understanding of the diversity of the school cohort

Reporting to: Curriculum Leader

Responsible for: The provision of a full learning experience and support for students

Liaising with:

• Headteacher, Senior Leaders and Middle Leadership
• Teaching/support staff, MAC representatives, external agencies and parents

Salary: TMS/UPS

Disclosure Level: Enhanced

Overview of Role To inspire and educate students in Maths and Physics from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5, fostering their individual potential and academic growth while contributing to the school's mission to champion students so they flourish individually and collectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery:

• Develop and implement a broad and differentiated curriculum aligned with school goals and strong outcomes
• Create engaging lessons, resources, curriculum development and assessment strategies that cater to diverse learning needs
• Work closely with the Curriculum Leaders to foster highest expectations in maths and physics lessons

• Student Support:

• Monitor and support the overall progress and personal development of students, acting as a form tutor
• Facilitate a positive learning environment that encourages student participation and self-confidence

• Professional Development:

• Engage in ongoing professional development and training to enhance teaching practices
• Actively participate in the Appraisal process, setting and achieving professional goals

• Quality Assurance:

• Implement school policies for assessing and reporting on student achievement
• Regularly evaluate and adapt teaching methods and curriculum delivery based on student feedback and performance

• Communication and Community Engagement:

• Maintain open communication with parents regarding student progress, achievements, and targets
• Collaborate with the local community organisations to enrich the educational experience and provide real-world context to learning

• Pastoral Care:

• Serve as a Form Tutor, promoting the general well-being of students and fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere
• Liaise with pastoral leaders to address any issues affecting student engagement and achievement
• Develop spirituality and formation that fosters a community rooted in belonging

• Teaching Excellence:

• Assess, record, and report on student progress and attainment, providing timely and constructive feedback
• Utilise a variety of teaching methods and technologies to enhance learning and meet the needs of all students

• Commitment to Ethos:

• Support and promote the Catholic ethos of the school, actively participating in its community life and events.
• Contribute to PSHE and Citizenship education, fostering students’ understanding of their roles and responsibilities as citizens.

Person Specification

Please use the statement in support of your application as an opportunity to tell us about your strengths, or the elements of your work of which you are most proud, and the ways in which you could contribute to this school.

Qualifications

• Graduate
• Qualified teacher status
• Good secondary school qualifications
• Good honours degree

Personal Qualities

• Passion for Maths and Physics and an ability to share this with others
• Capacity for hard work and high-expectations of self and students
• An ability to relate well to colleagues and students
• Ability to work well as part of a team and contribute to department resources
• Ability to initiate ideas, set targets and meet own and other people’s deadlines
• Generosity of spirit, willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities

Faith Commitment

• Caring and compassionate with a willingness to support the distinctive ethos of a Catholic School (whilst recognising the cohort as one of all faiths and none)
• An understanding of the role in the spiritual development of students

Knowledge and skills

• Ability to teach Maths and Physics
• Strong teaching skills and excellent knowledge of the subject
• Excellent ICT skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to identify underachievement in the subject, including of the most able
• Ability to address and differentiate for the needs of individuals
• Good organisational skills

Experience and training

• Experience of teaching the subject at secondary school level
• Willingness to take part in professional development
• Experience of teaching students at secondary school level
• Evidence of a substantial and/or sustained contribution to teaching and learning
• A secure understanding of assessment strategies and the use of assessment to inform the next stages

Professional Development

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Willingness to participate in continuing professional development opportunities
• Evidence of engagement with whole school initiatives

Skills, Qualities and Abilities

• Commitment to the aims and purposes and mission of a Catholic School
• Ability to build and maintain good relationships
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage time effectively
• Strong commitment to school improvement and raising achievement for all students
• High expectations of pupils’ learning and attainment
• Good interpersonal skills
• Confidence to lead groups of students

Commitment to Child Protection and Safeguarding

• Knowledge of up-to-date safeguarding, child protection practice and legislation
• Willingness to uphold and promote fundamental British values

References

• Positive recommendation in at least two professional references

Essential Employment Checks (if offer of appointment is made)

• Proof of qualifications:
• QTS, and Induction,
• Degree, A Levels - [original certificates]
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• (and overseas police check if appropriate)
• Requirement to complete online Health Screening Assessment
• Documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in the United Kingdom
• Teaching Registration and Barred List Checks

Note: The above will be evidenced by a variety of means including application form, letter of application, references and interview tasks and formal interview

What the school offers its staff

Teacher of Maths and Physics

Thank you for your interest in the role of Teacher of maths at Greyfriars Catholic School, part of The Pope Francis Multi Academy Company (PFMAC) and Archdiocese of Birmingham.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and innovative teacher of maths and physics to join us. We are looking for an inspirational and aspirational individual to join us and contribute to the life chances of the young people in our school community. This is an exciting time for the school as we have been on a journey of positive and significant change. We are incredibly proud of the work we have done and the recognition for this from Ofsted. This role will allow genuine scope to be part of something ambitious and improve the opportunities and outcomes of students in our school community.

We know that the fundamental knowledge that allows students to be numerate is central to a student's ability to fully engage in society – it moves well beyond their experience in the classroom. It is a role that will be instrumental in supporting students to maximise their potential and achievements in every aspect of school life and life beyond school. There is scope to grow with the school and be dynamic in its development and contribution to the direction of the school.

Our vision at Greyfriars Catholic School Is that we are a Catholic School that champions all students so they can flourish individually and collectively. We champion students through teaching them well and holding them to account when they need guidance and support. Championing students means that we have a school where learning is disruption free with the highest expectations and ambition for students. We know that working hard and being kind helps students feel personally and academically successful. We want staff who want students to flourish in all aspects of their education.

Please do not hesitate to contact us to seek further information.

Yours faithfully Ms Lyndsey Caldwell Headteacher

Commitment to safeguarding

Greyfriars Catholic 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 applicant for any position will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS (disclosure and barring system) and appropriate Right to Work clearances and our recruitment and selection practice

PROGRAMME MANAGER- Prison Education – HMP BullingdonFixed term contract until March 2025Location: HMP BullingdonHours: 37.5 hours per week – Fixed term contract until March 2025Flexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible hours.Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (Subject to experience)Apprenticeships: Development opportunities are available through Apprenticeship standardsReporting To: Education ManagerIN SHORTMilton Keynes College is seeking a passionate Programme Manager to join the dedicated education team based at HMP Bullingdon.As a Programme Manager, you will be dedicated to delivering learning success through effective leadership and collaboration. Your focus will be on the success of the students and to support improvement within the department. You will lead on the delivery, design and development of programmes, maintaining an oversight of the student journey to ensure they have an excellent learning experience.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual who can provide high-quality programmes and support students who may have little experience of education. This will be a challenging yet highly rewarding role!MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.OUR BENEFITS35 days annual leave, 3 additional company closure days and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)Generous Pension SchemeProfessional development opportunities, including professional qualificationsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per yearA variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card and our reward and recognition platform EncoreEmployee wellbeing platformABOUT HMP Bullingdon...Bullingdon Community Prison is situated near the village of Arncott in Bicester, Oxon. HMP Bullingdon is a complex prison that has a number of functions. It is categorized as a local category B prison which a category C resettlement function. HMP Bullingdon has the capacity to hold 1114 offenders all serving a range of sentences from remand to life, with the average length of stay between 3 and 6 months.The College works closely with our prison colleagues to deliver short to medium courses that help prepare learners for employment upon release. Courses include: English and Maths Functional Skills (Entry 2 to Level 2), ICT, Cookery, Hospitality, Business, Self-Employment, Painting & Decorating, Horticulture, Paving, Mentoring and Barbering.In the department we believe the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge will help our learners to end their offending behaviour. We engage the hardest to reach learners and encourage them to take pride in their own education and self-development. As a department, we endeavour to inspire learners to achieve and for some, attain their first significant qualifications.

We are looking for a Learning Assistant to join our outstanding school. You could be supporting a child on a 1:1 basis, or a class teacher as a generalist LA, so a can do approach and flexibility are attributes we are looking for. .
Ideally you will be an experienced Learning Assistant with knowledge of SEND and supporting pupils with additional needs, but whatever your level of experience please use the supporting statement on the application form to show us how you match the skills we need and what you can bring to the role.At the GLF Banbury Cluster of Schools ( Longford Park, William Morris, Hardwick and Cherry Fields) you will find all of these things and you will be supported by a leadership team judged Outstanding by OFSTED. Your opportunityOur Learning Assistants really are valued members of our team and are expected to support the education and progress of either an assigned child who needs additional support with their learning, or in a more generalist role within a classroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing, diverse and welcoming primary school. Our schools have a passion for and, understanding of, what effective learning is and we help to inspire our pupils to be the best they can be. In return for your hard work we can offer excellent CPD opportunities and the support of a strong collaborative team. Please read the application pack, which includes the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your personal application statement demonstrates how your skills match what we are looking for.What we are looking for We are looking for a candidate who willIdeally have a Level 3 qualification in EYFS or similar.Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independentlyBe committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiencesBe dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.Be passionate about the children's learning and welfare.Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.Develop effective working relationships with parents/carers, staff, external professionals and the wider community.Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.About the Banbury ClusterOur School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension SchemeFlexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.The Details School: Longford Park - Oxfordshire ClusterStart Date: As soon as possibleFTE Salary range: £21,544 - £23,582Pro-rata (actual) Starting Salary: £16,732 (£21,544 FTE)Hours: 8:15am-3:15pm Monday - Friday 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time +1)Contract: PermanentJob Expires: Sunday 1 December 2024 Interviews: TBC with shortlisted candidatesCandidates may be shortlisted and invited to interview before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event a suitable candidate is found.

What skills and experience we're looking for

What we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate who will

• Ideally have a Level 3 qualification in EYFS or similar.
• Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently
• Be committed to developing and sharing outstanding practice across GLF Schools.
• Have the ability to enthuse and engage students in purposeful learning experiences
• Be dedicated to ensuring that all children achieve their very best.
• Be passionate about the children's learning and welfare.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.
• Develop effective working relationships with parents/carers, staff, external professionals and the wider community.
• Be committed to personal career progression and enhancement.

What the school offers its staff

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

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

The successful candidate:

• will have a strong commitment to teaching and learning in Mathematics
• will be an effective classroom practitioner committed to raising standards for all students
• will be able to teach Mathematics at Key Stages 3 and 4 and, if appropriate, in the Sixth Form
• will be fully committed to enabling all students to achieve well and make good progress
• the drive and determination to motivate colleagues and students
• a creative and energetic approach to teaching and management
• good organisational skills
• the vision to develop the courses currently offered
• open to change, new ideas and innovation.

The right candidate will be totally aligned to our values of encouraging all students to be ambitious, determined, independent, respectful and successful and completely committed to promoting our mantra of Lord Grey Can!

What the school offers its staff

Why choose Lord Grey Academy?

• Culture of high expectations and a strong belief that all can achieve
• Very clear routines for learning so that teachers can teach and students can learn
• Culture of support and feedback for staff
• Highly visible student-centred Leadership Team
• Positive, supportive and friendly colleagues
• Weekly CPD and regular opportunities to benefit from working with other schools in the Trust.

Further details about the role

A vacancy booklet, information for candidates booklet and the application form are all available on the vacancies section of Lord Grey Academy’s website: http://www.lordgrey.org.uk/general-information/vacancies/

Please note the application form and information for candidates booklet are available on the right hand side of the above link. Details on how to apply for this post are in the How to Apply Section of this booklet. Please do look at our recruitment video of our staff talking about working at Lord Grey and our document: Why work at Lord Grey?

Completed application form and covering letter should be submitted to Human Resources at Lord Grey Academy or emailed to hr@lordgrey.org.uk .

Only successfully short listed candidates will be contacted. This advert will close when the position has been filled so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Academy is committed to safeguarding children. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate:

• will have a strong commitment to teaching and learning in History and Psychology
• will be an effective classroom practitioner committed to raising standards for all students
• will be able to teach History at KS3 and Psychology at Key Stage 4 and, if appropriate, in the Sixth Form
• will be fully committed to enabling all students to achieve well and make good progress
• the drive and determination to motivate colleagues and students
• a creative and energetic approach to teaching and management
• good organisational skills
• the vision to develop the courses currently offered
• open to change, new ideas and innovation.

The right candidate will be totally aligned to our values of encouraging all students to be ambitious, determined, independent, respectful and successful and completely committed to promoting our mantra of Lord Grey Can!

What the school offers its staff

Why choose Lord Grey Academy?

• Culture of high expectations and a strong belief that all can achieve
• Very clear routines for learning so that teachers can teach and students can learn
• Culture of support and feedback for staff
• Highly visible student-centred Leadership Team
• Positive, supportive and friendly colleagues
• Weekly CPD and regular opportunities to benefit from working with other schools in the Trust.

Further details about the role

A vacancy booklet, information for candidates booklet and the application form are all available on the vacancies section of Lord Grey Academy’s website: http://www.lordgrey.org.uk/general-information/vacancies/

Please note the application form and information for candidates booklet are available on the right hand side of the above link. Details on how to apply for this post are in the How to Apply Section of this booklet. Please do look at our recruitment video of our staff talking about working at Lord Grey and our document: Why work at Lord Grey?

Completed application form and covering letter should be submitted to Human Resources at Lord Grey Academy or emailed to hr@lordgrey.org.uk by 9am on Monday 3rd February 2025. Interviews to be held on Tuesday 11th February 2025.

Only successfully short listed candidates will be contacted.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Academy is committed to safeguarding children. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check.