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What skills and experience we're looking for

George Mitchell School is seeking to appoint an outstanding leader who will join the Senior Leadership Team to lead the Primary phase of our all-through school.We are open to receiving applications for an Easter 2025 or September 2025 start.

Whilst this post is a senior leadership position in the Primary phase, should you be successful in your application, you will be joining an all-through senior team with plenty of exciting opportunities for cross phase work.This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference to the life chances of our students. George Mitchell School is a wonderful place to work. Our students are ambitious and hard-working: they embrace our high aspirations and the range of opportunities offered to them both during and beyond the school day. This is highlighted by the maturity of the students, their sense of responsibility, community and fun. They are a delight to work with.

Our ideal candidate will not only be an experience leader but ideally have a strong background in Special Educational Needs.We are proud of the fact that our curriculum is ambitious but now need to ensure that it is carefully tailored to the needs of all students.We seek to nurture our children’s talents and abilities, and to help our young people become confident, mature and responsible members of society who can fulfil their ambitions.

What the school offers its staff

George Mitchell School is in an exciting period of development as we look to challenge ourselves to excel in all areas of the curriculum and provision. We aspire to provide the very best educational opportunities and outcomes for all our students.We encourage our staff to develop their skills and proficiencies and have dedicated time for weekly professional development within the Primary phase.

As our current Headteacher joined the school in September 22, the advertisement for this post comes at an exciting time for George Mitchell School. The successful candidates will build on the huge improvements that have already taken place.The job description and person specification give you an indication of the scale and ambition we have for this post. If you have the passion, commitment and resilience to make a significant difference in this role we would be delighted to receive your application.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

What skills and experience we're looking for

To undertake cover supervision for whole classes, including overseeing the completion of set work and managing the behaviour of students, under the guidance of teaching staff.

To work with the Learning Support Department and to carry out other duties and before and after-school activities as instructed.

Main Responsibilities

• To supervise a class / classroom activity and deliver pre-set work that has been set in accordance with the school policy.
• Manage behaviour of students whilst they are undertaking this work to ensure a constructive environment.
• Respond to questions from students about progress and procedures.
• Deal with immediate problems or emergencies according to the school’s policies and procedures.
• Collect and complete work after the lesson and return to the appropriate teacher.
• Report appropriately any behaviour issues arising from the students / class.

Student Support

• Assess the needs of students and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support students’ learning, including within the Learning Support Department, where required.
• Establish productive working relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all students in the classroom.
• Support students consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs.
• Encourage students to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage all students in activities.
• Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance.
• Provide feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement.
• Deliver out of school learning activities within guidelines established by the school.
• Contribute to the identification and execution of appropriate out of school learning activities

• Assist with the development and implementation of Education / Behaviour / Support / Mentoring / Inclusion plans.
• Receive and supervise students excluded from, or otherwise not working to, a normal timetable.

Please see TES for more information on the skills and experience required.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you

• A very positive working environment
• The support of a highly committed and professional staff team
• Exceptional professional development opportunities
• A very supportive cover supervisor team committed to supporting pupils to reach their full potential
• collaborative colleagues

Commitment to safeguarding

Heartlands High School, part of the SEARCH Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young people. The successful applicant will therefore be required to complete checks in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education with regard to DBS and other pre-employment checks.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, pro-active and well qualified professional to join our team. You will take responsibility for Careers Education, Information and Guidance within our school, working alongside teachers, support staff and students and developing links with outside agencies. You do not previous direct experience as training will be provided. To succeed in this role, you must have excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate and inspire.

What the school offers its staff

Mill Hill County High School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Admission into Year 7 is offered to children of staff with two or more years’ service. We are committed to supporting staff wellbeing in a variety of ways. The good working relationships within the staff body, and between staff and students is why many colleagues have chosen to stay with us for the long term. Our staff wellbeing offer includes an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and various activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing. We are also strong in supporting staff career development and colleagues are successful in securing promotions at all levels

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

Please provide clear examples of how you meet the criteria when completing your application form.

Qualifications:

A degree and a DfE-recognised teaching qualification appropriate to the teaching of Maths.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

1. The ability to translate “The Vision” of the School into a reality for all our pupils

2.An awareness of equal opportunities issues and their implications for the teaching of Maths in a girls’ school

3.Ability to teach across the age and ability range

4.Knowledge of the National Curriculum implications for Maths

5.Awareness of current approaches and teaching strategies in Maths

6.Ability to monitor and assess the progress of pupils and provide feedback to parents

7.ICT literate & with a clear understanding of how ICT can be used to support, extend & enrich learning

8.Ability to communicate with staff and work as a member of a team

9.Ability to engender enthusiasm for Maths, and any other subject offered, and to motivate pupils by demanding high standards of work and behaviour

10. Ability to assist in the smooth running of the Department by carrying out reasonable tasks

11. Ability to play a part in the pastoral curriculum of the school and to carry out the duties of a form tutor

Educational Commitment :

12. Ability and willingness to support and develop extra curricular activities

13. Commitment to the development of teaching strategies and learning styles, which will promote the achievement

of each individual pupil

14. Ability to plan and deliver high quality lessons, evaluate the impact of these and develop future planning

accordingly

15. Ability to promote high standards of achievement in work and behaviour

16. Show a clear grasp of Assessment, Recording and Reporting (including target setting)

17. Ability to use new technology to support both the curriculum and organisation

18. Ability to monitor and evaluate teaching and learning and act upon the outcomes, including data analysis

19. Ability to assess the needs of individuals to inform lesson planning

20. Ability to prioritise, pay meticulous attention to detail, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

Qualities:

21. To show willingness (and experience of) in fostering good relationships with all the school’s stakeholders

22. To demonstrate commitment to teamwork and collaboration

23. To be hardworking, determined and conscientious

24. To be a reflective practitioner, able to self-evaluate and develop professionally

What the school offers its staff

Transport

Tube: The school is a very short walking distance from West Acton Station (Central Line Zone 3) and North Ealing Station (Piccadilly Line Zone 3), offering very short travel times to and from the West End and Westfield Shopping Centre.

Rail: The Elizabeth Line connects you from Ealing Broadway to Paddington in 15 minutes, to Heathrow Airport in 30 minutes and to Reading in 50 minutes.

Bus: Ealing is served by an impressive number of bus routes, including the 65 (to Kingston), 483 (to Harrow) and 297 (to Willesden).

Cycle: Proposals to build a Cycle Superhighway between Tower Hill and Acton could make life even easier for Ealing cyclists, who currently enjoy a 40 minute cycle to Hammersmith.

Culture and Amenities

Popular restaurants and bars include The Grapevine, The Grange, and Meadow Restaurant, historically winning the Good Food Guide Readers’ London Restaurant of the Year.

The borough enjoys its very own Blues, Jazz, Comedy and Beer festivals throughout the year.

Savvy shoppers in the area go to Ealing Broadway Shopping Centre which has most high street chains and just a little further away, to Westfield Shopping Centre.

The Pitshanger Bookshop is an Ealing institution and the independent store has been helping locals pick out their next must read for almost 20 years.

Ealing continues to prove itself as a perfect mix of green suburban charm and urban convenience and accessibility.

Further details about the role

The Closing Date for the post is Friday 29th November 2024 at 12:00pm midday.

Recruitment Pack and Application Forms can be obtained from www.ellenwilkinson.ealing.sch.uk/1321/vacancies

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and medical questionnaire.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a capable and confident Learning Support/ Teaching Assistant to work on a 1:1 basis with a student in Year 6 who has some additonal learning and support needs (SEND).

You must have:

• Good level of spoken English
• Experience in KS1 /KS2
• GCSE English and maths
• Some experience of supporting students with additional needs (SEND)
• Experienced teaching and managing phonics groups
• Be kind, friendly, professional and have high expectations for all children

What the school offers its staff

George Mitchell is an All-Through (3-16) multicultural school, with a Nursery. We are proud of our place at the heart of our local community. We were judged a ‘Good’ school by OFSTED and you will be joining us at an important point in our journey towards becoming an outstanding school.

Our school is a happy, creative community where we seek to help every child thrive. You will play an important part in providing opportunities for personal and academic growth, and contributing to raising the standards of our students.

The post is term time only, 32.5 hours a week (46.01 weeks). Attendance at INSET Days and CPD sessions is required (5 days equivalence).

Applications must be submitted by Friday 29th November 2024 by 9am. Interviews will be held the following week. Further information about the school can be found on our website – www.georgemitchellschool.co.uk. All completed applications should be email to helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk. Please note we do not accept CV applications.

We warmly welcome an informal visit or a conversation prior to application.

For more information please refer to the application pack on our website or contact Helena Culliney, HR Officer and Advisor, on 020 8539 6198 or e-mailhelena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you have experience overseeing attendance at a school level? We are looking for an Attendance Officer to join our dedicated academy team at Harris Academy Greenwich. This role is likely to suit an individual looking to develop in a school environment with attendance related experience.

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Qualifications to degree standard or equivalent
• Sound Knowledge of Microsoft software
• Knowledge of Management Information Systems for input and export of student attendance data, including training in relation to attendance and report generation
• Knowledge of attendance policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families
• Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course
• Knowledge of a range of attendance codes and when they can be used
• Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Three years' experience of working in an inner-city school or educational establishment
• Experience of working with Academy welfare officer
• Experience of meeting with parents/carers formally and informally
• Experience of managing attendance systems
• Experience in a similar role
• Experience of working with young people, including those with challenging behaviour

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

What the school offers its staff

Harris Academy Greenwich is one of the most successful schools in London, a school that is providing our students with a first class education and amazing life experiences. This reflects our personal outlook on life and on education. We only get one life and we should all use it to make a real difference in the world, to put a ‘ding' in the universe. Our role here is to help students and staff dream bigger than they ever thought possible, and to make that dream come true through our culture of success, moral courage and integrity which beats at the heart of the school.As parents, what do we want for our children? We want our children to be successful in their chosen profession, in their relationships and in their interaction with the world. We want them to be happy and to flourish. We ensure this school provides that opportunity for your child year after year.And what do we want for our staff? We want our staff to receive regular, world-class training to achieve mastery of their craft, amazing support to flourish every day, to never burn out, and a sense of shared moral purpose about the best job in the world. We ensure this school provides that opportunity for staff year after year.So whether you are interested in sending your child here, or are interested in working here, you can be assured that this is a brilliant school. We are rather proud of it! d ultimately adulthood. In short, we want our students to live well.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, electric car scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Qualifications to degree standard or equivalent
• Sound Knowledge of Microsoft software
• Knowledge of Management Information Systems for input and export of student attendance data, including training in relation to attendance and report generation
• Knowledge of attendance policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the range of agencies that work with students and their families
• Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course
• Knowledge of a range of attendance codes and when they can be used
• Knowledge of many of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Three years' experience of working in an inner-city school or educational establishment
• Experience of working with Academy welfare officer
• Experience of meeting with parents/carers formally and informally
• Experience of managing attendance systems
• Experience in a similar role
• Experience of working with young people, including those with challenging behaviour

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a capable and confident Learning Support/ Teaching Assistant to work in our EYFS settings.

You must have:

• Good level of spoken English
• Experience in EYFS/KS1
• GCSE English and maths
• Experienced teaching and managing phonics groups
• Be kind, friendly, professional and have high expectations for all children

What the school offers its staff

George Mitchell is an All-Through (3-16) multicultural school, with a Nursery. We are proud of our place at the heart of our local community. We were judged a ‘Good’ school by OFSTED and you will be joining us at an important point in our journey towards becoming an outstanding school.

Our school is a happy, creative community where we seek to help every child thrive. You will play an important part in providing opportunities for personal and academic growth, and contributing to raising the standards of our students.

The post is term time only, 32.5 hours a week (46.01 weeks). Attendance at INSET Days and CPD sessions is required (5 days equivalence).

Applications must be submitted by Friday 29th November 2024 by 9am. Interviews will be held the following week. Further information about the school can be found on our website – www.georgemitchellschool.co.uk. All completed applications should be email to helena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk. Please note we do not accept CV applications.

We warmly welcome an informal visit or a conversation prior to application.

For more information please refer to the application pack on our website or contact Helena Culliney, HR Officer and Advisor, on 020 8539 6198 or e-mailhelena.culliney@georgemitchellschool.co.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate teacher looking for your next step? We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy St John's Wood as Head of Geography.

We would like to hear from you if you:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training
• Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level
• Have experience of initiation and effective management of change
• Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups
• Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications
• Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking
• Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement
• Have good communication skills in speech and writing
• Display excellent organisational skills
• Are able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students
• Are able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

What the school offers its staff

In September 2017, we joined the Harris Federation, which runs over 40 successful primary and secondary schools in and around London. Every Harris academy inspected by Ofsted is rated ‘good' or ‘outstanding', with the majority rated ‘outstanding'.

We hope that this website gives you a sense of the opportunities on offer here. Please feel free to contact us if there is any further information that we can provide.

The core values and vision for the academy will be centred on dedication, determination and destiny. When students are dedicated to their studies and determined to succeed, all will achieve their destiny.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

The purpose of your role will be:

• To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.
• To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.
• To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.
• To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
• To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies)
• Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery
• Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff)
• Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data)
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Key Requirements:

• Qualified to degree level and above
• Qualified to teach and work in the UK
• Right to work in the UK
• Awareness of the latest educational research, findings and best practices around student learning and assessment
• A strong understanding of assessment at least across one phase of education whether that be primary or secondary
• Evidence of continually improving teaching and learning through strong assessment practices leading to increased student achievement
• Demonstrable experience of significantly raising attainment in a challenging context
• Experience of providing professional development to others, including coaching, mentoring and training
• Experience of working with both internal and external stakeholders at both senior and junior levels
• Awareness of the latest educational research, findings and best practices around student learning and assessment
• A strong understanding of assessment at least across one phase of education whether that be primary or secondary
• Evidence of continually improving teaching and learning through strong assessment practices leading to increased student achievement
• Demonstrable experience of significantly raising attainment in a challenging context
• Experience of providing professional development to others, including coaching, mentoring and training
• Experience of working with both internal and external stakeholders at both senior and junior levels

What the school offers its staff

Benefits:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3-years’ service. This entitlement is pro rata for part time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays
• Full office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Regular social events, monthly free breakfast, and daily fruit
• As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to. Depending on your role you may also be entitled to TPS which is a defined benefit scheme where you contribute a percentage based on how much you earn (as do we) in exchange for a guaranteed amount in your pension pot every year
• Access to high-quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face-to-face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform
• Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests

Further details about the role

The Head of Assessment has lead responsibility for overseeing and developing assessment across the Ark networkat both the primary and secondary phases, including early years and post 16.

Ark is known for its innovative approaches to assessment and research-informed practices. At Ark, we carefully consider the purpose of assessment at each stage, incorporating cutting-edge methods such as online assessments and Comparative Judgement. Our shared assessments across the network ensure comparability and consistent grade setting, enabling reliable predictions and formative uses.

The Head of Assessment has oversight of all assessment-related matters including assessment practice, termly assessments, gathering in of data from all sites, awarding of grade boundaries and providing Ark’s management team with insights into assessment outcomes at key points in the year. The role also involves working with the Ark Curriculum Plus (AC+) team to ensure high quality assessments for our curriculum programmes.Strong liaison with Principals, Regional Directors, strand leads, exam boards, local authorities, other educational organisations and senior Ark Central staff is essential to effective performance in this role.

The Head of Assessment will report into Director of Curriculum and Assessment. This role is currently operating hybrid working in our West London Office on a permanent basis working full time.

1st round interviews will be held w/c 16thDecember 2024.

Key Responsibilities:

• To lead the assessment work undertaken across the network at both primary and secondary level and ensure that assessments are fit for purpose, available in a timely fashion and produce robust and accurate data which can be used to support strong student outcomes
• To develop and lead the school assessment lead community across the network
• Liaise with all subject leads to ensure a robust termly assessment programme is in place and that assessments are written, quality assured and ready at appropriate points in the year – this to be done for all subjects
• To support schools in ensuring they fulfil their statutory responsibilities around end of phase assessments and tables checking exercises
• To report regularly to our Regional Directors, Management Team and the Ark Board on the attainment and progress of students in the network, providing insights to support decision making
• To work closely with the Data and Insights team to ensure that appropriate analytics are available for schools at each assessment point to support them in making teaching and learning decisions on the basis of assessment outcomes
• To co-ordinate the calendar of assessment events including working with data leads in schools to co-ordinate the assessment process across the network
• To keep abreast of innovation and changes in the assessment landscape, including developing software and tools which could support the streamlining of assessment processes in Ark schools

Commitment to safeguarding

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. All employees must undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Join us in providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences for our pupils. We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy St John's Wood as Lead Practitioner of Geography.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, be able to show evidence of ongoing professional development
• Demonstrate outstanding teaching practice and excellent behaviour management
• Have experience of lesson observations and giving robust feedback
• Have experience of improvement planning and of implementing a range of strategies to raise student achievement, with evidence of success
• Be able to contribute to improving on the quality of learning and teaching and curriculum
• Have a proven track record of excellent results at KS3 and 4, and, ideally, experience of teaching to KS5
• Have experience of high quality pupil tracking and feedback practices
• Ideally, have experience of working with governors and of working in more than one school

What the school offers its staff

The core values and vision for the academy will be centred on dedication, determination and destiny. When students are dedicated to their studies and determined to succeed, all will achieve their destiny.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

You will play a leading and highly visible role in the improvement of teaching and learning of the Faculty and academic success of all students, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement and leading in the monitoring, evaluation and review of standards and provision in the subject area.

The general expectations of this role are:

• To collaborate as a member of the Lead Practitioner Team in order to build and realise the shared vision of excellence and high standards for all students.
• To account for students' performance in line with Academy procedures.
• To provide the Governing Body with relevant and accurate information relating to the Faculty's performance and development.
• To support and participate in the work of the Harris Federation, including strand or subject groups as appropriate.
• To contribute actively towards the formulation of all Academy policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent implementation.
• To ensure high quality teaching and learning in the Faculty or across the Academy.
• To participate in duties at lunch, break, before, during and after school the Academy day.
• To ensure that the subject knowledge of staff in the Faculty is exemplary.
• To ensure that behaviour in the Faculty is exemplary.
• To ensure that Schemes of Learning and Independent Work books are of a high quality.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We can offer you

• The opportunity to work in a continuously improving school.
• The chance to join a talented and highly committed staff team.
• Excellent students who are keen to excel and operate in an ethos underpinned by the principles of courtesy, consideration, cooperation & contribution.
• Our commitment to provide CPD opportunities to ensure all staff continue to develop.
• A learning environment where imagination and commitment are encouraged and valued.

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 26 November 2024 at 09:00 am

Interviews will be w/c: 2 December 2024.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

How to apply:

• To apply for this post, please download the application form this (TES) website or visit our website for an application pack and form,https://hws.haringey.sch.uk/about-us/join-us/vacancies/

Please note that CVs alone are not accepted in line with Safer Recruitment practices.

What the school offers its staff

Positive Behaviour Support Officer

Support Staff Salary Scale 5 - Term Time - 36 hours a week

FTE £31,524-£32,931 -Actual pro rata £29,644 - £30,967.

Highgate Wood School wishes to appoint a resourceful, flexible and knowledgeable Positive Behaviour Support Officer for an immediate start.

The Positive Behaviour Support Officers primary responsibility will be providing support with operating the school’s behaviour support system.You will work closely with the Positive Behaviour Manager, Senior Leadership Team and Pastoral Teams to promote the positive behaviour across the school reengaging the students and improving their academic performance.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have the ability to form good working relationships with students and colleagues
• Have good oral and written communication skills
• Be able to adapt and be flexible in working practices and the ability to know when to use initiative
• Have a high degree of professionalism in your approach to work and tasks set
• Have an ability to be a good role model for students and colleagues
• Have experience of working with/caring for children or adults who have barriers to learning and/or special educational needs/behaviour issues
• Have experience working as part of a team

Commitment to safeguarding

Highgate Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations. The successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. In line with safer recruitment practices, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. This is part of our safeguarding checks and seeks publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are currently looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring Teacher of English.

At Harris Academy Clapham, you will join a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our excellent students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree
• Have successful teaching experience at secondary level (can be teaching practice), ideally including experience in multi-ethnic urban schools and of working in an 11-18 school
• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning
• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor
• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and KS4, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work
• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff
• Have a good level of ICT skills, ideally including innovative use of interactive white boards
• Be able to create a motivating and safe learning environment for all students
• Be able to communicate positively with parents, carers and other external agencies where necessary
• Have good written and spoken communication skills
• Be able to lead and manage their own work effectively
• Have excellent time management skills
• Be able to motivate students and raise their aspirations through a range of strategies

What the school offers its staff

The vision of Harris Academy Clapham is a simple one. From our opening in September 2020, our academy is a place where‘everything is possible'.

TheClapham curriculumis designed to meet the needs, aspirations and abilities of every one of our students. Our aim is to improve their life chances and enable them to make a positive contribution to the city and world in which they live.

At Harris Clapham, the curriculum is delivered through high-quality teaching. This is codified in our research-informed approach to pedagogy, which we call the Clapham Way.

Through the Clapham academic, enrichment and pastoral curriculum we expect our students to develop powerful knowledge and the following values and character attributes that will enable them to achieve our vision that ‘Everything is Possible'.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Further details about the role

The purpose of your role will be:

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
• 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 academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:

• Operational and strategic planning (including lesson planning, developing resources and syllabuses, and contributing to the departmental plan)
• Curriculum planning
• Staff development (including continuing professional development and engaging fully in the Performance Management Review process)
• Quality assurance (including contributing to the process of monitoring and evaluating the subject area)
• Management of information (including maintaining appropriate records and tracking student progress)
• Communications with students, parents and other stakeholders
• Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
• Teaching, ensuring a high quality learning experience for students

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Oasis Academy Silvertown is looking to recruit a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated leader to the key position of Subject Lead- MFL to support the Principal, staff and our students as we work to get ‘Ready for university, ready to lead’.

Are you passionate about languages and their benefits for young people in Newham, East London? Are you a skilled and knowledgeable teacher, keen to develop your leadership skills and experience? Then our position of Subject Lead – MFL, at Oasis Academy Silvertown is for you!

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high performing team who believe in committing to strong relationships and striving for the best outcomes for the young people of Silvertown.

The successful candidate will be experienced in planning, teaching and assessing in French, either with experience of leading and managing others in this area or a desire to develop these skills. For a full list of duties please see the job description.

What the school offers its staff

Our offer to you

The academy has been through considerable change in the past year and is now in a new phase of growth focused on sustainable excellence, strong relationships and being deeply rooted in the local community. As the academy moves towards full student capacity (600 students, September 2026) we are in our final period of expansion. We are seeking an exceptional leader who is looking for an opportunity to:

• Work with a new, passionate, dedicated and supportive team developing a small and growing academy
• Work in a values-led organisation, focused on pursuing social justice
• Serve a diverse and aspirational community
• Be supported by a strong, national MAT with shared resources, subject networks and CPD
• Work in an academy that values its staff with smart policies that consider carefully how teachers can best use their time

Other benefits include

• The exciting new Oasis benefits package
• Cycle-to-work Incentive
• Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible working opportunities
• Integrated IT provision to support teaching, including your own laptop and iPad

Our academy

Oasis Academy Silvertown was planned and founded by the West Silvertown community who dreamed of having a local school which ensured both academic excellence as well as nurturing care for local children. After many years of discussions, plans and applications to the Department for Education, the academy opened in September 2014 in portacabins and finally moved into its permanent home in September 2022.

Our academy vision is to ensure that all of our students become ‘Ready for University, Ready to Lead’. We have held tightly to the original dreams that the community had for our school, creating an environment where we have high academic aspirations for every student as well as ensuring we support and develop each child into growing and developing as a leader. Our small size means that every child is known by our staff and that we have a strong community feel where children want to learn and to behave well.

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

Qualifications:

• School Business Management qualification (CSBM or DSBM) desirable but not essential
• Minimum GCSE grades of A – C in Maths and English or a relevant qualification in administration/accounting/finance is essential (minimum equivalent Level 4)

Experience:

• Proven experience in a senior finance administrative/ business management role within an educational setting is essential
• Experience in financial management, with strong skills in accounting, and reporting is essential
• Experience working in premises/facilities administration or collaborating with a premises/facilities manager is desirable.
• Experience with school MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor) and finance software (e.g., Access Finance and Access Budgets) is essential to the role
• Experience in line management and supervising a team.


Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• High level of financial literacy, with the ability to manage budgets, process transactions, and produce financial reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using office software (Microsoft Office Suite), especially Excel for financial data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in both administrative and financial tasks.
• Ability to liaise with contractors and manage premises-related administration efficiently.


Personal Attributes:

• A proactive, self-motivated individual with a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• Flexibility and adaptability to the changing needs of the school and the federation
• Awareness of health & safety and safeguarding procedures, particularly in relation to premises management.

What the school offers its staff

The Fox Federation is a passionate community of four schools and a nursery working collaboratively to ensure equal access to consistent, excellent education for all pupils. Our schools are Fox Primary School in Notting Hill, Ashburnham Community School in Chelsea, Avonmore Primary School in Kensington Olympia, Avondale Park Primary School and St Anne’s Nursery school in North Kensington.

We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities.

What the team say about Fox Federation:

Fantastic schools. Great staff. Supportive leadership team. Amazing children.

A genuine educational family, providing a community beyond our gates. A network of schools, committed to providing the best education for children whilst creating a safe and happy place for them.

It is incredible to be surrounded by so many competent, hard-working, passionate people - so committed to delivering fantastic education opportunities to our pupils.

Management are always available to speak with, unbelievably approachable and create time to listen and come up with solutions.

It is run in an extremely compassionate, supportive and nurturing manner for both staff and pupils, and I really do feel that the wellbeing of the whole community is at the heart of the school's ethos.

A place of supportive colleagues who are constantly striving to improve what we do for our children and families.

A shared vision of always going the extra mile to support and care for the families in our community.

It is somewhere that has nurtured my career, but also a place where I have met friends that I know will be friends for life.

The Fox Federation is an incredible support network of teachers and staff working together to ensure children's education is kept at the highest possible standard.

What else do we offer?

• An experienced Leadership Team with a shared vision working in partnership across the federation.
• Hard-working leaders who strive to ensure that both pupils and staff enjoy coming to school.
• We are passionate about supporting our staff in their career development and success through care and guidance.
• A working environment that values wellbeing and supports work-life balance.
• Vibrant, multicultural and inclusive city schools that have positive, diverse communities and a determination that all children will succeed.
• A comprehensive range of CPD for all our staff through the partnership including in-school training and external specialist SEND training.
• Performance management and coaching to support career progression.
• Opportunities to undertake school-led Initial Teacher Training, with the relevant experience.
• Exceptionally well-behaved children who love to learn.
• A relaxed, fun working environment where all adults are equally valued and supported.

Further details about the role

Main Purpose of the Role:

The School Business Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative, financial, and premises functions of the school with direct supervision from the federation's Senior Leadership Team.

This role ensures the effective operation of school administration, finance management, and works closely with the Premises Officer/Manager to maintain the school’s facilities and infrastructure.

The role also ensures compliance with relevant policies and procedures and plays a critical part in managing budgets, processing financial transactions, and maintaining efficient office operations to support staff, students, and parents.

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

Harris Academy Beulah Hill is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support individuals and groups of students at the academy, including those with SEND.

This will involve supporting learning in the classroom and attending to students’ personal needs where required, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters.

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualifications to degree level or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of SEND and learning barriers
• Some knowledge of strategies in working with young people with challenging behaviours
• Knowledge of some of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds
• Awareness of Health and Safety issues in the workplace
• Experience of working directly with young people in an education or training environment, supporting the learning of students
• Experience of establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders, at all levels
• Experience of managing and being responsible for own workload
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with an excellent standard of written and spoken English
• Good administrative and organisational skills
• Ability to interest, encourage, motivate and engage children
• Ability to work effectivelywith team members across a wide range of levels and responsibilities
• GoodICT skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft packagesand the ability to update records and databases.
• Ability to work using own initiative, exercising good judgement where unsupervised
• Flexibility of approach to work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercising tact and diplomacy

What the school offers its staff

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Further details about the role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and supporting identified students in 1:1, group or whole class situations, ensuring their safety and access to learning in a purposeful and supportive learning environment.
• Assisting in developing resources, schemes of work and teaching strategies, working with the teacher to ensure the provision supports learning needs.
• Assisting in evaluating identified students’ progress and providing feedback on their achievements, progress and needs.
• Leading small group sessions and interventions as appropriate.
• Attending to students’ personal needs where required.
• Supporting with behaviour management.
• Undertaking learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities to ensure achievement of learning goals.
• Assisting with the supervision of students out of lesson times, including playtimes and undertaking lunchtime duty.
• Supporting students with their learning and development in respect of local and national learning strategies.
• Preparing the classroom for lessons, clearing afterwards and assisting with the display of students’ work.
• Preparing and maintaining resources and assisting students in their use.
• Undertaking record keeping as requested.
• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with parents/carers, gathering and reporting information as directed.
• Providing administrative support as required.
• Accompanying teaching staff and students on visits, trips and off site activities as required.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.