Total 38 job vacancies by Teaching Vacancies

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to appointing an individual who has:

• Excellent leadership, management, communication, and personal skills.

• Drive and commitment to ensure the school continues its recent impressive upward trajectory.

• Track record as an outstanding teacher and leader.

• Deep knowledge of teaching and learning.

• Determination to ensure no learner is left behind and all learners reach their potential.

• Good understanding of all aspects of the curriculum. • Experience and success within a leadership team.

• Ability and desire to lead and inspire in all academic, pastoral, and business matters.

• Total commitment to ensure the safeguarding of all children and thorough knowledge and experience of the Designated Safeguarding Lead role.

What the school offers its staff

It is an exciting time to join the Wessex family as we grow, we can offer:

• The full support of a dedicated committed team of staff.

• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.

• The opportunity to work with our wonderful young learners and supportive parents.

• A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.

• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.

• Teacher Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.

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 role of the Head of Year is to lead the year group to excellent academic outcomes and exemplary behaviour while securing the effective care of the social, emotional and learning needs of all individual students within the year group. The overriding role is to remove barriers to learning and to promote the ethos of aspirational and supportive academy where everyone succeeds; to provide strong leadership and management and ensure high quality student intervention which results in high student standards and achievement. This role will lead either Year 8 or Year 10 depending on the candidate’s skills and experience.

We would be particularly interested in hearing from potential candidates who can teach, Maths, Boys’ PE, Geography, Science or Health and Social Care. This is desirable but not essential.

What the school offers its staff

What you can expect from us:

• Eligibility to join excellent pension scheme.
• Option to make additional voluntary contributions to pension for local government pension scheme members which can help boost retirement benefits.
• Access to a range of continuous professional development opportunities.
• Trust wide charity events designed to encourage our people to participate in meaningful activities.
• Access to wellbeing provision which offers information and advice on a range of workplace and personal issues.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Enhanced special leave provision, including additional time off as part of our ‘Personal Day’ entitlement which supports employees to achieve a better work/life balance.
• Free car parking.
• On site catering facilities, all of which provide healthy and nutritious meals at a low cost.
• Gym membership.Many of our schools have on-site gyms, the use of which is available to employees at a discounted rate.
• Cycle to work scheme which enables employees to purchase a bike and accessories for their commute to work.

Free tea and coffee

Commitment to safeguarding

Holyrood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding is our most important responsibility as a school. Happy and healthy students who are free from harm, are more likely to be successful throughout their education and thrive on their journey towards adulthood. As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Following the retirement of the current post-holder, we invite applications for the role of School Operations Manager.

Ralph Allen School is a thriving and inclusive community on the south side of Bath, known for its academic excellence, strong values of respect, integrity, and resilience, and proud membership in the Palladian Academy Trust. We are the school of choice locally with a waiting list in each year group. As a school community, we work hard and go the extra mile for our student body, who in return are warm, welcoming, and well-motivated. Our last Ofsted inspection was in 2023, and the school was graded as ‘Good’. You can use our website to find out more about what we do and why we do it.

The School Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring our School is operationally stable, enabling us to deliver educational excellence to our students. They will be instrumental in ensuring the flow of information into and out of the Central Team into the School and will be responsible for coordination and communication of all School business operations including finance, HR, site activities and administration.

The successful candidate will be experienced in leading and managing business in a fast-paced environment. They will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Excited by their role and inspired by working with colleagues and students for the benefit of the school

• Works within the positive and innovative ethos of our school, modelling our values and aspirations

• Thrives in an environment that can be demanding but is also hugely rewarding

• Displays passion and enthusiasm, striving for the best in all you do

• Has a keen eye for detail, is able to plan but also respond to rapid change

In return, we can offer a friendly, stimulating work environment where you will be supported by an outstanding Senior Leadership Team and wider Trust colleagues.

This is a rare opportunity to join our fantastic school in a Senior Leadership role. The successful candidate will be appointed on their skills and experience, however, as important will be your approach, attitude, and beliefs.

For information about the benefits afforded by being a member of Palladian Academy Trust and to apply, please visit the Palladian Academy Trust website for full details and application forms.

What the school offers its staff

• Support and guidance for teachers keen to develop their pedagogy.
• A collaborative and innovative working environment.
• Opportunities for continual professional development.
• A chance to be part of a progressive and expanding department.
• Fantastic pupils who are ready to learn
• A vibrant school community and a supportive Senior Leadership Team
• A well-regarded and forward-thinking Trust
• An opportunity to work for an organisation who live out our core values ’respect, trust, courage and curiosity’
• A strong community of schools
• A culture of collective efficacy across the Trust
• An experienced, supportive and committed Central Team who work together to achieve the best for all children and colleagues
• A strong Trust Board and Local Governing Committee who are fully committed to continued improvement whilst caring for the wellbeing of all colleagues, children and communities
• A commitment to support your ongoing professional development within a supportive and developmental coaching culture
• Access to wellbeing support and tools

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

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, creative, and inspiring teacher with energy, enthusiasm and a love of English to join our team. We believe this is an outstanding opportunity to take on a key support role in a school that works hard to enthuse students and instil in them high standards.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion for all aspects of the written and spoken word
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to celebrate and promote high quality teaching and learning
• Have the ability to embrace and contribute to the vision of the Department and school
• Be able to build relationships quickly
• Have a positive approach
• Have a real interest in educational issues, approaches and alternatives from around the world
• Be proactive and confident
• Use resources, intellect, creativity and innovation to be successful
• Have the ability to support, challenge and inspire our students, encouraging them to achieve the best they can through the promotion of outstanding teaching and learning
• Have the ability to be a team player who will go the extra mile to support students and who will enjoy the opportunities of this role

You are asked to provide the following:

• A completed application form
• A letter of application of no more than 2 sides of A4 detailing your experience and expertise.

Completed applications should be returned by email to: recruitment@sast.org.uk

Should you wish to arrange a visit to view the School, please do not hesitate to contact Claire Hamblin, Office Manager on claire.hamblin@kingarthurs.org.uk or at 01963 32368 who will also be happy to arrange this.

SAST will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. In line with KCSIE guidance, this will be part of safer recruitment checks, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role will include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have some contact with young people on a day-to day basis. SAST 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 have to meet the person specification and the post is subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

SAST recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a workforce which reflects diversity from the communities it serves. SAST values the contributions from all staff from a wide range of different backgrounds and actively seeks to promote an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance. Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010 SAST welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process which is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

This role is UK- based and your right to work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

What the school offers its staff

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school within a Trust with a great community feel, real strengths and the ability and desire to develop further. From September 2023 there are just under 500 students from age 11-16, with numbers increasing every year. When you visit the school you will notice the:

- Friendly and welcoming atmosphere

- Students are well-behaved, comfortable and safe

- The range of experiences and opportunities

- Hard working, committed and caring staff

- Beautiful location and space for learning

- Strong local community

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding responsibilities associated with this role will include engagement in regulatory activity, such as administering first aid or supporting an upset child. It will have contact with young people on a day-to day basis. SAST 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 meet the person specification and is subject to an enhanced DBS and Children’s Barred List check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

What skills and experience we're looking for

What you will need to succeed;

• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Relevant teaching experience in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, experience within KS5 is also desirable.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of the work and responsibilities attached to this post.
• Commit to professional self-development, through participation in in-service training as necessary for the successful carrying out of the job.

What the school offers its staff

As a TPLT employee, you will have access to incredible employee benefits, including -


• The PLaTform- Access to our dedicated wellbeing centre & exclusive shopping discounts.
• Healthshield- A fully funded Healthcare Scheme which provides services such as a 24/7 GP Line & Healthcare cashback.
• Discounted nursery feesat our Academy pre schools.
• CPD opportunitiesboth internally & externally.
• A very friendly school communitywith dedicated, supportive & inspiring colleagues.

Further details about the role

The Priory Learning Trust (Somerset Business Award winner for Employer of the Year) is looking to recruit a Head of Design and Technology to work at The King Alfred School - An Academy, rated 'Good' by Ofsted November 2022. A school at the heart of the community, where we believe it is our role to develop the next generation into successful citizens.

A fantastic opportunity to join our secondary school as Head of Design & Technology is up for grabs! The role is full time and offers an excellent chance to develop and further someone's career. If you are passionate about improving student's understanding of DT and enhance their experience to design and create, as well as gain valuable hands-on experience in workshops - please get in touch.

We are ambitious for our students’ progress, attainment and personal development and strive to create an environment that promotes a keen enjoyment of learning. We are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspiring Head of Design Technology to join our friendly team. Within D&T there are 4 workshops, 3 Food rooms and we are supported by an excellent technician team and SLT.

If you are a leader who has the capability to achieve excellent outcomes, then we would really like to hear from you. The key is that you are enthusiastic and capable of contributing to a highly effective and supportive DT teaching team.

The King Alfred School Academy is a happy school where staff and students enjoy working together. We provide a calm purposeful learning environment where all students are supported and encouraged to ‘do their best’. Our ethos is strong with core values of respect, tolerance and courtesy. We set high standards of behaviour and promote respect and responsibility – values needed to support our young people in being successful throughout their lives.

At TKASA, we also look after our colleagues. We offer high quality development opportunities and a supportive, dynamic and diverse workplace, highly supported by a hands-on team in all areas, from support, to teaching, to senior leadership.

As part of this role, you will;

• Contribute to the progress and successful implementation of the academy and Departmental Developments Plans with specific responsibility for the DT department.
• Lead a team of teachers in the delivery of the subject within the department, ensuring high quality learning experiences within the classroom.
• Develop and enhance the teaching practice of teachers in the department.
• Promote the faculty as a subject across the academy.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All paid positions which involve working regularly within academies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must declare all convictions (including convictions with Absolute Discharge), cautions or bind-overs you may have, even if they would otherwise be regarded as ‘Spent’ under this Act and where applicable any disqualifications under the Childcare Act.

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a passionate and inspiring Assistant Headteacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for an already experienced and proficient teacher to join our leadership team to build on our progress, commitment to education and Catholic ethos of the school.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who will lead positively, professionally and enthusiastically across all key stages and under the direction of the Headteacher, the Assistant Headteacher will play a major role in formulating and reviewing the Mission Statement, Development plan and aims and objectives of the school.

The successful candidate will:

- be a practising Catholic confident to promote the gospel values and subscribe to the ethos and vision of Catholic education

- be highly motivated, enthusiastic and have the ability to inspire pupils to be the best they can be.

- be accomplished in your current role

deliver the highest quality educational experience for our children

- be wholly dedicated to safeguarding pupils.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• An excellent teaching and learning environment

• Enthusiastic, well behaved children who are eager to learn

• Strong partnerships with parents

• Excellent professional learning opportunities

• A school community which is committed to continual improvement, promoting successful outcomes for all.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.

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

Brymore Academy have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Administrator and Data Manager to join the team on a permanent, basis (term time only).

This role is essential to the smooth running of our school office team. Leading and managing the administrative team, you will oversee data management systems, support with administrative tasks and provide student data support service to the Academy.

This role will work closely with and under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team.

Proven experience in an administrative/data management position is required for this, dynamic and busy role.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Monday 4th November 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

Commitment to safeguarding

Brymore Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and therefore this post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thistley Hough Academy is a mixed school catering for students aged 11-16 located in the village of Penkhull, Stoke-on-Trent. The Academy joined the Creative Education Trust in September 2013 and is now one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most improved schools and is graded as Ofsted ‘good’.

We are looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to deliver a practical, reliable, and efficient caretaking and maintenance service across the whole site and grounds.

The successful candidate will be someone with a commitment to Thistley Hough Academy and the Creative Education Trust’s ethos and values and will be able to plan and prioritise own work without direct supervision.

It is essential that the candidate demonstrates that they have the students’ well-being at the forefront of all that they do.

What the school offers its staff

You will benefit from:

• high quality professional development
• regular training to develop the skills and knowledge
• a tailored induction programme to meet your needs

In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package.

Our employees have access to:

• Vivup platform that brings employee benefits, wellbeing, and staff recognition
• Access to Employee Assistance Scheme
• Bike2Work Scheme - where you can save up to 42% on the cost of bicycles and/or equipment.
• Local Government Pension Scheme
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Creative Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake relevant safeguarding checks in line with Government safer recruitment guidelines.

If you have any queries, please contact Jo Roberts, HR Officer at joanne.roberts@thistleyhoughacademy.org.uk

Closing date: 18 October 2024

Interviews will take place at the Principal's discretion, this may results in interviews happening before the closing date so early applications are advised.

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

At Oakhill we pride ourselves on our relentless drive to improve standards, alongside our nurturing approach. Staff & pupils are committed to achieving our school vision – ‘We develop the whole child, so they leave Oakhill with the skills to continue to thrive & achieve academically & personally & make a positive contribution to the community…whatever their starting points.’ Is this a vision you could help us to achieve?

We wish to appoint a dedicated, hard-working person & it is essential that the post holder adds to the positive ethos of Oakhill, for the benefit of our children & staff, by being willing to take part in the wider life of the school.

We are looking for a Deputy Headteacher who will:

Help to strategically plan and drive the school development priorities on our journey to becoming truly outstanding in all areas. Have a can-do attitude with high levels of emotional intelligence, excellent relationships and a wide range of leadership skills.

Please download the information pack found at the bottom of this page for more information including a job description and person specification. Should you require any further details, please contact Mr Smith: ssmith@oakhillprimaryschool.org.uk

What the school offers its staff

We can offer: Enthusiastic & friendly children & staff who are passionate & hardworking. A strong commitment to CPD & support. Opportunity to collaborate and share best practices as part of a wider network across a trust of schools.

Please download the information pack found at the bottom of this page for more information including a job description and person specification. Should you require any further details, please contact Mr Smith: ssmith@oakhillprimaryschool.org.uk

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

As we embark on the search for a Deputy Leader of Science, we are seeking an individual who shares our passion for creating a workplace that stands out. We want someone who will contribute to the vibrancy and success of The Cheadle Academy.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and skilled specialist who will inspire students to enjoy and thrive in all aspects of Science. The ideal candidate for this position will be self-motivated and ambitious, whilst remaining committed to working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels across the organisation. You will have experience of raising standards and supporting student progress.

What the school offers its staff

At The Cheadle Academy we provide an environment where students are encouraged to be curious learners, value their community, develop a pioneering spirit and work hard to leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Cheadle Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safer recruitment practices and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We are passionate about promoting British values, which is evident through our curriculum and the routines of our daily school life.

What skills and experience we're looking for

As we embark on the search for a Leader of MFL & Enrichment, we are seeking an individual who shares our passion for creating a workplace that stands out. We want someone who will contribute to the vibrancy and success of The Cheadle Academy.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and skilled specialist who will inspire students to enjoy and thrive in all aspects of modern foreign languages and to develop and implement engaging curriculum plans, facilitate interactive and experiential learning sessions for the enrichment and culture programmes.

The ideal candidate for this position will be self-motivated and ambitious, whilst remaining committed to working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels across the organisation. You will have experience of raising standards and supporting student progress.

What the school offers its staff

At The Cheadle Academy we provide an environment where students are encouraged to be curious learners, value their community, develop a pioneering spirit and work hard to leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Cheadle Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safer recruitment practices and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We are passionate about promoting British values, which is evident through our curriculum and the routines of our daily school life.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and ambitious teacher to lead the MFL Faculty within the school. The successful candidate will need to be an excellent classroom teacher with the ability to lead a team and ensure that all pupils make excellent progress. We offer Spanish and French at KS3 and KS4 and the ability to plan an appropriate and engaging curriculum and teach both subjects to GCSE is essential.

The MFL department at St Katherine's offers a rich extra-curricular programme for students to enjoy, including trips abroad. We are looking for someone to build on the success already established and bring creative ideas to promote a love of learning languages across the school.

The position is suitable for both experienced Heads of Department and teachers that are looking for their first middle leadership role/ Head of Department position.

The successful candidate will be:

• An excellent practitioner who is passionate about teaching and committed to improving the learning outcomes of all students
• Able to demonstrate a strong record of raising student attainment through their teaching and bring innovative ideas to the classroom
• Keen to work collaboratively and contribute to a strong ethos of sharing good practice, resources and ideas
• A team player, able to inspire and motivate colleagues
• Self-motivated and well organised

What the school offers its staff

St Katherine’s is an oversubscribed and successful school with a strong sense ofcommunity. The school was rated good by Ofsted in December 2021. We are a community school without a faith designation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, beliefs, and religions. We respect and value diversity and inclusivity in our community.

Our mission:

We are St Katherine’s — a nurturing and inclusive community, united in the pursuit of excellence

We are located in a beautiful rural setting on the edge of Bristol. Our thriving, diverse community is founded on our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience; we actively encourage everyone within our community to ‘live and breathe’ our values every day. The school aims to create an environment where all students feel confident, secure and valued to help them perform at their best.

We are committed to continuous professional learning and offer both internal and external leadership training including the NPQML and NPQSL programmes, leading profiling and shadowing opportunities. Coaching is embedded within our school to support and develop leadership potential and career progression for all staff. In addition, we actively promote opportunities for Trust wide working and collaboration across the trust is integral to our development.

St Katherine’s School is part of the Cathedral Schools Trust. Cathedral Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the strength in diversity. Our schools have a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability or age, and maternity, marital or civil partner status.

If you would like to find out more about the school please visit the school website

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Head of Business Studies

TMS/UPS plus TLR 2B £5648 pa

Full time/part time considered, permanent.

Required as soon as possible/1 January 2025.

This post provides an excellent opportunity for a talented and ambitious Business Teacher seeking to develop their career into leadership.

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational teacher to lead Business Studies within the school.

GCSE Business Studies is a very popular and oversubscribed subject choice at KS4 and we offer the BTEC level 3 Extended Certificate at KS5. The ability to teach Business Studies at KS4 and KS5 is essential.

We are looking for someone to build on the success already established and bring creative ideas around business and enterprise. The successful candidate will continue to deliver improved outcomes for our young people, whilst enthusing them through the subject content and leading enterprise activities at KS4 and KS5. The position is suitable for both experienced Heads of Department and teachers that are looking for their first middle leadership role/ Head of Department position.

What the school offers its staff

St Katherine’s is an oversubscribed and successful school with a strong sense ofcommunity. The school was rated good by Ofsted in December 2021. We are a community school without a faith designation and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, beliefs, and religions. We respect and value diversity and inclusivity in our community.

Our mission:

We are St Katherine’s — a nurturing and inclusive community, united in the pursuit of excellence

We are located in a beautiful rural setting on the edge of Bristol. Our thriving, diverse community is founded on our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience; we actively encourage everyone within our community to ‘live and breathe’ our values every day. The school aims to create an environment where all students feel confident, secure and valued to help them perform at their best.

We are committed to continuous professional learning and offer both internal and external leadership training including the NPQML and NPQSL programmes, leading profiling and shadowing opportunities. Coaching is embedded within our school to support and develop leadership potential and career progression for all staff. In addition, we actively promote opportunities for Trust wide working and collaboration across the trust is integral to our development.

St Katherine’s School is part of the Cathedral Schools Trust. Cathedral Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the strength in diversity. Our schools have a wide range of cultural, socio economic and religious influences and we use this to ensure that we broaden our understanding of each other and the world. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or religious belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, disability or age, and maternity, marital or civil partner status.

If you would like to find out more about the school please visit the school website

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts at Cathedral Schools Trust are subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, initial and periodic enhanced level checks with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:

• An outstanding professional who has vision, drive and determination to succeed in maximising attainment potential.
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver.
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about students and their learning, welfare and development.
• Able to encourage, excite, inspire and lead our school to further excellence.
• A dedicated, motivated, reflective practitioner determined to succeed.
• Able to lead as part of an effective and dedicated team.

• Experienced in leading on all aspects of Pastoral Care and Student Wellbeing.
• Able to hold strategic oversight of all aspects of inclusion, including the implementation of the school’s provision.

What the school offers its staff

It is an exciting time to join the Wessex family as we grow, we can offer:

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, Carefirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee.
• Generous Pension Scheme with an employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

At Stanchester Academy we aim to provide a rich and varied education for all of our students.

We are looking for an outstanding classroom teacher, experienced in teaching KS3 and KS4. In addition to teaching our students, you will also take the lead, as Head of the English department.

This will be a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a strong and highly successful department. The candidate will need strong subject knowledge in one of these subjects and have the ability to lead a strong team with good results.

Experience teaching English is essential as you will need to have the ability to inspire and develop both staff and students in order to raise standards and maximise potential in this area. You will need to be either an outstanding classroom practitioner already, with a commitment to continuous professional development.

You need to have the ability to inspire and develop both staff and students in order to raise standards and maximise potential. You will lead a strong team of teachers within our innovative curriculum.

What we offer:

• A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
• A professional leadership development coach
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through
• The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
• Employee Rewards scheme - High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Thursday 10th October 2024.

What the school offers its staff

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us.

Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

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.