Total 12 job vacancies by Teaching Vacancies

What skills and experience we're looking for

Science Teacher

Start Date: April 2025

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Salary:MPS/UPS - £30,000 - £46,525

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher with a Biology Specialism to join our thriving Catholic Multi Academy Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive team, delivering high-quality science education in a faith-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a focus on Biology.
• Inspire a passion for scientific inquiry and critical thinking.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons that cater to the needs of all students.
• Support the Catholic ethos of the school, contributing to the wider spiritual and moral development of students.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• A strong academic background in Biology with the ability to teach it confidently.
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the Trust.
• A passion for teaching and a desire to make a positive impact on students' lives.

If you are a passionate Science Teacher with a Biology specialism, and you are excited about joining a Catholic community that values both academic and personal growth, we would love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive community rooted in Catholic values.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative team and supportive leadership.
• Why work for the St Ralph Sherwin Multi Academy Trust?

To find out why you should come and join our team, click on the link to our ‘Why work with us?’ brochure.

A summary of our fantastic benefits are as follows:


• Access to first class CPD opportunities.We also work in partnership with Nottingham Teaching School Alliance to deliver meaningful and relevant CPD. Our Leadership Academy identifies and develops future leaders.
• Genuine opportunities forcareer progression- with 25 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
• Professional assistance- you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7. If clinically advisable, it also offers face-to-face counselling sessions.
• Pension- automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff, one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases.
• Terms and Conditions- we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.

For more information about our Trust and our Academies, please visit

Follow us on twitter @srscmat

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 at Brookfield Community School are looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join our highly successful Geography Department. The successful candidate will have the ability to teach KS3, KS4 and KS5 Geography. The post would be an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about their subject and has a real interest in developing young people. They will demonstrate an approachable manner, a keen eye for detail and the ability to motivate and manage the behaviour of students. The successful candidate will have the highest expectations of our students and will be keen to develop their practice.

To be successful in this role you will have the qualities and experience detailed in our person specification attached.

Brookfield Community School is a large 11-18 school with 1170 students on roll situated on the western edge of Chesterfield and next to the Peak District National Park. We have talented staff, committed and enthusiastic students, strong local partnerships and a wide range of co-curricular and sporting opportunities for students.

Brookfield Community Schoolis part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member ofRedhill College of Leadership and Developmentand as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regionalTeaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

Further details about the role

For further details regarding this post or to request a visit please contact Megan Hopkinson onm.hopkinson@brookfieldcs.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

Job Title: Pastoral Officer

Location: The successful candidate will have a nominated base for mileage purposes but may be expected to work peripatetically at all of our academy sites:

High Peak site 25 High Street, Chapel-en-le-Frith, SK23 0HD

Barrow Hill site Station Road, Barrow Hill, Chesterfield, S43 2PG

Hasland site, The Green, Hasland, Chesterfield, S41 0LN

Plus the new site at Pottery Lane West, Chesterfield, S41 9BN

Grade/Scale: 8 (points 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Contract: 37 hours per week/39 weeks per year (Term time only)

Start date: ASAP

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding safeguarding practitioner to work collaboratively with, and in support of, the Senior Leadership Team, Site Leads, teaching and support staff to provide comprehensive care, support and guidance for pupils, to ensure the pupils are safe and attending education.

You may provide support for pupils across multiple sites, supporting staff with the pastoral welfare of pupils in all key stages. You will be responsible for arranging your own diary and working peripatetically in order to best meet the needs of the pupils. This role will involve ensuring that pupils receive swift support to keep them safe, identify risks and initiate rapid action. You will need to be aware of safeguarding thresholds, referrals systems for support and be able to communicate effectively with agencies, pupils and parents. Days will be varied in order to meet the needs of the pupils. You will also support with the arranging of pupil’s alternative provision timetables.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: LGPS Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership and laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024 (23:59)

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Phonics Intervention Assistant

Location: Esteem North Academy (Chesterfield site, Pottery Lane West, S41 9BN)

Grade/Scale: Grade 08 (Point 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: ASAP

Contract: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, permanent

Esteem North Academy is seeking a flexible, committed, enthusiastic and highly skilled Intervention Assistant, to deliver phonics, literacy and reading interventions at our new Chesterfield site. The academy provides statutory education to children who are at risk of, or have been, permanently excluded. Pupils who attend the academy have challenging and often complex needs, and exhibit behaviours that prevent them from attending a mainstream school. A significant majority are weak readers with reading ages well below their chronological age.

The successful candidate will identify pupils at KS3 and 4 who require reading intervention, deliver a variety of strategies and record and monitor progress and impact. Pupils will be supported to develop their reading ability so that they can access the rest of their curriculum and be a functional member of society when they leave our academy.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with Read Write Inc Fresh Start or of another Phonics programme. An affinity for pupils with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You will be working predominantly with pupils on a 1:1 basis and so must be able to build positive relationships. You will be responsible for working with the Site Lead and Phonics Lead to develop our phonics programme and ensure that we have the required resources and books. You will also support with staff CPD and a whole academy ethos of encouraging all opportunities for reading. This can occur remotely.

What the school offers its staff

The role will be based at the new site in Chesterfield and mileage claims are included in this role for travel to other locations. There may also be travel to our other academy sites for meetings, Inset and CPD. You are required to have daily access to transport with business use included on your insurance. You may be required to transport pupils in your own car.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: Esteem North Academy, Barrow Hill Site, Station Road, Barrow Hill, S43 2PG

Grade/Scale: Grade 8 (points 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: ASAP

Contract: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, permanent

Esteem North Academy is seeking an additional flexible, committed, enthusiastic and highly skilled STLA to assist permanently excluded pupils, or those at risk of exclusion, with learning and engagement at our Barrow Hill site. This site educates primary aged children from reception to year 6.

The academy provides statutory education to children who are at risk of, or have been, permanently excluded. Pupils who attend the academy have challenging and often complex needs, and exhibit behaviours that prevent them from attending a mainstream school. You will be allocated to a tutor group. The role will involve supporting pupils in lessons to engage in their learning and supporting pupils at break and lunch times. This role will involve working with small groups, or with pupils on a one to one basis to meet their needs as directed by the class teacher or site lead. Classes are small with approximately 2 to 7 pupils. There may be some daily home tuition when this is required to meet pupils needs.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly, and this may involve stepping up to deliver lessons in staff absence, to small groups or 1:1. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

The role will be based at one of our sites and mileage claims for any travel are included in this role. There may be travel to our other academy sites for meetings, Inset and CPD. You are required to have daily access to transport with business use included on your car insurance before you begin the role. You may be required to carry out some home learning or safe and well visits for non- attenders to support the pastoral team.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: LGPS Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 17 November 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Peripatetic off-site 1:1 Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: Esteem North Academy (Chesterfield or High Peak area)

Grade/Scale: Grade 8 (points 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: ASAP

Contract: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, permanent

The Esteem North Academy is seeking flexible, committed, enthusiastic and highly skilled Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistants, to deliver off -site English, Maths and Personal Social Development sessions to a caseload of pupils from either the High Peak or Chesterfield areas.

The academy provides statutory education to children who are at risk of, or have been, permanently excluded. Pupils who attend the academy have challenging and often complex needs and may exhibit behaviours that prevent them from attending a mainstream school.

The successful candidates will inspire, motivate, and support pupils to reach their full potential, by providing education at off-site venues or pupil’s home. We have developed a variety of bespoke learning pathways to meet the needs of our pupils. This role is to ensure that all pupils receive an education even if they are not school site or group ready.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in KS3 and 4 in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You will be working in pupil’s homes and so must be able to build relationships with families and other external agencies. This post will involve lone working.

The role will have an allocated base where mileage will be calculated from. Mileage is claimed for this role monthly in arrears. There may travel to our other academy sites for meetings, Inset and CPD. You are required to have daily access to transport with business use included on your car insurance before you begin the role. You may be required to transport pupils in your own car, carry out some home learning or safe and well visits for non- attenders to support the pastoral team. Home to base mileage cannot be claimed for.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: LGPS Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: Esteem North Academy, Chesterfield Site, Pottery Lane West, Chesterfield, S41 9BN

Grade/Scale: Grade 8 (points 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: ASAP

Contract: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, permanent

Esteem North Academy is seeking flexible, committed, enthusiastic and highly skilled STLAs to assist either permanently excluded pupils, or those at risk of exclusion, with learning and engagement at our Chesterfield secondary sites. All successful candidates are likely to begin at the Hasland site until the new site is ready to open. Some staff will remain at Hasland and some will move to the new site.

The academy provides statutory education to children who are at risk of, or have been, permanently excluded. Pupils who attend the academy have challenging and often complex needs, and exhibit behaviours that prevent them from attending a mainstream school. You will be allocated to a tutor group. The role will involve supporting pupils in lessons to engage in their learning and supporting pupils at break and lunch times. This role will involve working with small groups, or with pupils on a one to one basis to meet their needs as directed by the class teacher or site lead. Classes are small with approximately 10 pupils. This new site will open with a new staffing team and therefore your ability to cooperate as a team player is essential. You will be involved with the setting up and opening of the new site. The new site may house approximately 100 pupils over time.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly, and this may involve stepping up to deliver lessons in staff absence. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

The role will be based at one of our sites and mileage claims for any travel are included in this role. There may be travel to our other academy sites for meetings, Inset and CPD. You are required to have daily access to transport with business use included on your car insurance before you begin the role. You may be required to transport pupils in your own car, carry out some home learning or safe and well visits for non- attenders to support the pastoral team.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: LGPS Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Job Title: Specialist Teaching and Learning Assistant

Location: Esteem North Academy, High Peak Site, 25 High Street, Chapel-en-le-Frith, SK23 0HD

Grade/Scale: Grade 8 (points 12-15) Actual Salary £23,654 - £25,867 (Pending NJC Pay Award 2024-25)

Start date: ASAP

Contract: 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, permanent

Esteem North Academy is seeking an additional flexible, committed, enthusiastic and highly skilled STLA to assist permanently excluded pupils, or those at risk of exclusion, with learning and engagement at our High Peak site. This site educates primary aged children from reception to year 6.

The academy provides statutory education to children who are at risk of, or have been, permanently excluded. Pupils who attend the academy have challenging and often complex needs, and exhibit behaviours that prevent them from attending a mainstream school. You will be allocated to a tutor group. The role will involve supporting pupils in lessons to engage in their learning and supporting pupils at break and lunch times. This role will involve working with small groups, or with pupils on a one to one basis to meet their needs as directed by the class teacher or site lead. Classes are small with approximately 2 to 7 pupils. There may be some daily home tuition when this is required to meet pupils needs.

Applicants should have good knowledge and experience of working with disaffected pupils in a school or other alternative setting. An affinity for pupils with behaviour, emotional and social difficulties is an essential quality for this challenging but rewarding opportunity. Applicants should be resilient, have high expectations, and a sense of humour. You must be able to build positive relationships with our pupils and think outside of the box. You will be responsible for contributing to a small staffing team to ensure that the site runs smoothly, and this may involve stepping up to deliver lessons in staff absence, to small groups or 1:1. A growth mindset and positive ethos are essential characteristics that we are looking for.

The role will be based at one of our sites and mileage claims for any travel are included in this role. There may be travel to our other academy sites for meetings, Inset and CPD. You are required to have daily access to transport with business use included on your car insurance before you begin the role. You may be required to carry out some home learning or safe and well visits for non- attenders to support the pastoral team.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits include: LGPS Pension Scheme, Westfield Health membership, academy laptop.

For further information, please contact support@esteemnorthacademy.co.uk or visit our website https://www.esteemmat.co.uk/vacancies. Please use the relevant application form on the MAT website; CVs alone will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications: 10 November 2024 (23:59)

Interview date: TBC

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Commitment to safeguarding

Esteem Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its students. We expect all staff, volunteers and agency staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of RE (with PSHE, as and when needed to support our Personal Development curriculum). This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our thriving Humanities Faculty which consists of 11 teachers.

The successful candidate will deliver RE to students across Key Stage 3. We welcome applicants with a desire to develop our existing scheme of learning, to enhance it by building in their own strengths and interests and making it relevant to our current students. We are eager to see a strong RE offer across all key stages and for the subject to establish itself as a viable GCSE option. You would be joining a highly motivated team with a desire to improve in all aspects of teaching and learning and promote the importance of all the humanities subjects.

What the school offers its staff

Eckington School is an 11-18 comprehensive secondary school in north-east Derbyshire with more than 1200 students on roll, including the school’s Sixth Form.

Eckington School joined Chorus Education Trust in April 2023, at which point we also welcomed a new headteacher, whose proven track record in developing a positive ethos under strong leadership is enabling the school on its journey of improvement. Further appointments to the senior leadership team have created a school with ambition to deliver on the Chorus Trust ethos of outstanding achievement for all.

The school itself is situated on the outskirts of Eckington on the Derbyshire/Sheffield border, overlooking open countryside. The campus is arranged around a shrub-filled courtyard that enables easy access to outside spaces for all.

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

Class Teacher

Salary- MPS/UPS - £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 (Pay award pending)

Job type- Full-time, permanent

You will be responsible for:

• Teaching a class, including planning, recording, assessing and meeting the social and learning needs of pupils
• Maintaining the positive Catholic ethos and core values of the school
• Fulfilling the professional responsibilities of a teacher and meeting the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

What are we looking for?

If you are an enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher who is committed to getting the best outcomes for pupils then we want to hear from you. The successful candidate will be able to build effective working relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues and will adapt their teaching to meet the needs of all pupils.The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, which will be requested, prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the right to work in the UK.Please note that the closing date may be brought forward depending upon interest.

What the school offers its staff

Being part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust

On 1st September 2018, the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, part of the Diocese of Nottingham, brought together 25 Catholic schools located in Derby City, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire and Stockport together in partnership, to ensure the very best spiritual, social and academic experiences and outcomes for the young people in our schools.Everything we do is to better the lives and futures of our children, providing access to first-class teaching, both academically and spiritually and we are united by our collective vision to excel.

Why work for the St Ralph Sherwin Multi Academy Trust?

To find out why you should come and join our team, click on the link to our ‘Why work with us?’ brochure.

A summary of our fantastic benefits are as follows:

• Access to first class CPD opportunities.We also work in partnership with Nottingham Teaching School Alliance to deliver meaningful and relevant CPD. Our Leadership Academy identifies and develops future leaders.
• Genuine opportunities forcareer progression- with 25 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
• Professional assistance- you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7. If clinically advisable, it also offers face-to-face counselling sessions.
• Pension- automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff, one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases.
• Terms and Conditions- we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.

For more information about our Trust and our Academies, please visit

Follow us on twitter @srscmat

Connect with us on linkedin

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

Be a consistently excellent teacher and be able to model and exemplify this to others.

Substantial knowledge and understanding of learning and teaching across the primary age range.

Experience of a significant leadership role.

Experience of Assessment for Learning, delivery of the Curriculum.

Leading and managing change.

Experience or understanding of the unique challenges of working within a multicultural diverse school/community.

EYFS and/or KS1 background and experience, with a secure working knowledge of the EYFS framework and early learning.

A practitioner with a very good knowledge and understanding of:

• Current national education initiatives.
• Target setting; pupil tracking; and other methods of analysing both pupil attainment and achievements.
• The importance of measuring the impact of interventions and taking next steps to ensure progress.
• Strategies for inclusion and development of all children.
• A commitment to developing an enriched and diverse curriculum in school and through extra- curricular activities.
• ICT and its effective use as a management tool as well as across the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning.
• Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures and legislation.

Take a lead role in school development

• Demonstrate outstanding practice in class teaching.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all those involved in the life of the school.
• Be flexible and supportive of all staff.
• Contribute to staff development activities; Experience of coaching and mentoring staff to improve quality of teaching.
• Set a good example in terms of punctuality, attendance and general professionalism.
• Think creatively and imaginatively to solve problems and identify opportunities.
• Lead and manage people to work both individually and in teams; to facilitate a collaborative approach to decision making.
• Ability to work in tandem with the headteacher enabling school vision to be put into practice

Ability to plan time and organise work effectively.

This will include an ability to:

• Prioritise and manage time.
• Have a sense of humour, energy and enthusiasm.
• Be an excellent communicator.
• Capacity to influence others.
• Be approachable.
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Be self-motivating and set personal goals.
• Be innovative

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming community and a highly motivated, professional staff team that are driven towards continuously raising standards.

• Excellent professional development opportunities through an extensive range of network groups and other Transform Trust initiatives
• Calm and purposeful learning environments
• Excellent partnerships between pupils, staff, parents, governors and community
• A forward-thinking approach to teaching and learning throughout the school
• Career opportunities as part of a successful Multi Academy Trust

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will:

• Be anexcellent classroom practitioner with evidence of improving outcomes particularly for those pupils are most vulnerable

• Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Primary phase

• Have experience and a secure knowledge of the National Curriculum and Pedagogy

• Have evidence of the effective use of assessment and analysis in raising standards

• Have experience of leading others

• Be able to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower colleagues to carry the vision forward

• have a commitment to supporting & developing the learning of SEND learners

• Support the Principal in delivering the trust priorities as outlined in the Trusts Strategic Plan

Applicants should be outstanding teachers and be innovative and creative in their approach to learning including the use of technology in the classroom.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• the opportunity to be part of our team, who are committed to educational excellence

• friendly and supportive staff, parents and trustees,

• a commitment to high quality professional development through the Harmony Trust Development Team

• opportunity for future career development & progression within the Trust’s portfolio of schools

• and most importantly the chance to transform the lives of children and really make a difference

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.