Total 216 Education / Training job vacancies in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, mk13ed

What skills and experience we're looking for

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and committed Teacher of English to join our highly motivated staff at our outstanding all girls’ grammar school. The ability to also teach some Drama is desirable. The successful applicant will be a strong classroom teacher with a track record of adding value to their own classes and their department, or an ECT on the way to this.

They should:

- hold a good honours degree in a relevant subject area

- Qualified Teacher Status is desirable

- be a very good practitioner or, in the case of an ECT, very much on the way to this

- excellent subject knowledge

- be adaptable and flexible; able to embrace and manage change

- be a confident user of IT to enhance teaching and learning

- able to analyse data effectively

What the school offers its staff

We are passionate about single sex education and the extraordinary benefits it brings our students and this has been acknowledged by The Sunday Times Parent Power: Wycombe High School has been voted 'Secondary School of the Year 2023'. Mental health and wellbeing are always high on our agenda, which has been acknowledged by the mental health charity Mind who have awarded us GOLD in their Wellbeing Index Awards in 2022-2023 and again in 2023-2024 for 'successfully embedding mental health into our policies and practices'. We are proud of the excellent teaching, care and guidance we offer, along with excellent facilities and the wide range of opportunities in and beyond the classroom. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, trustees, parents and visitors to the school to share this commitment. Wycombe High School has a long history of providing a high quality education for girls. We match the very best of the school’s traditions, with an ambitious vison, mission and strong core values. This means we are constantly developing and evolving our curriculum and facilities. We are never complacent and constantly strive to further build on our reputation as one of the best schools nationally and internationally.

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

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint an inspirational Teacher of Textiles to join our highly motivated staff at our outstanding all girls' grammar school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Applications will be considered from both qualified and unqualified teachers.

They should:

- hold a good honours degree in a relevant subject area

- Qualified Teacher Status is desirable, but not essential, as applications from unqualified teachers will be considered

- be a very good practitioner or, in the case of an ECT, very much on the way to this, is desirable

- excellent subject knowledge

- be adaptable and flexible; able to embrace and manage change

- be a confident user of IT to enhance teaching and learning

- a shared approach to problem-solving and achieving goals

- evidence of good relationships with young people and adults

What the school offers its staff

We are passionate about single sex education and the extraordinary benefits it brings our students and this has been acknowledged by The Sunday Times Parent Power: Wycombe High School has been voted 'Secondary School of the Year 2023'. Mental health and wellbeing are always high on our agenda, which has been acknowledged by the mental health charity Mind who have awarded us GOLD in their Wellbeing Index Awards in 2022-2023 and again in 2023-2024 for 'successfully embedding mental health into our policies and practices'. We are proud of the excellent teaching, care and guidance we offer, along with excellent facilities and the wide range of opportunities in and beyond the classroom. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, trustees, parents and visitors to the school to share this commitment. Wycombe High School has a long history of providing a high quality education for girls. We match the very best of the school’s traditions, with an ambitious vison, mission and strong core values. This means we are constantly developing and evolving our curriculum and facilities. We are never complacent and constantly strive to further build on our reputation as one of the best schools nationally and internationally.

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

• Hold QTS (SEND qualifications desirable)
• Have experience of working with children with ASC, this is challenging yet very rewarding role
• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the ASC team and wider school
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Southwood School, part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Germander Park and Downs Barn Schools). The unit currently has one class but will grow each year eventually to three classes (each with 8 pupils). All children in these classes hold EHCPs.

We are in search of teachers who are motivated by the challenge of supporting pupils with ASC, who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning. The teacher will lead a small team of support staff in each class of 8 pupils. This is an exciting time for the school with this newly created provision and as such provides wonderful opportunities for a teacher to be involved in the infancy and development of the classes.

Commitment to safeguarding

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

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an inspiring Teacher of Art and Photography to join our team as we continue on our journey to providing an outstanding education for all learners whatever their ability. We are looking for a colleague with the highest standards and ambitions, and the drive and determination to help ensure the department and our students flourish beyond what they thought possible.

The Art department is viewed as core component of a broad curriculum at The Arnewood School. At key stage 3 students research artists and designers and explore a range of medias. At KS4 students currently study Art, Craft and Design which gives a range of outcomes from 3D to fine art. At KS5 we offer Art, Craft and Design A level as well as Photography A Level.

Art is an incredibly successful department. The successful candidate will be required to teach Art across the age and ability range as well as Photography at A level. A confident understanding of how to use Photoshop and MAC based operating systems is required. Applicants should have a broad view in Art in education and be able to bring a flexible approach to the teaching of Art. There is a suite of four art rooms; one is a fully equipped Sixth Form photography studio with professional lighting as well as a dark room. Frequent visits to galleries and exhibitions in Southampton, Chichester and London are popular events in our busy school diary.

The successful candidate will have a strong and secure knowledge of the GCSE Art curriculum, in addition they will likely have, or be able to quickly acquire, an understanding of A Level curriculum content for both Art and Photography.

The successful candidate will demonstrate: -

• a passion for art and photography teaching with an excellent subject knowledge and pedagogical understanding.
• they are an excellent classroom practitioner, who is experienced in teaching art and photography at key Stages 3, 4 and, ideally 5.
• ability to teach A Level Photography with a confident knowledge of Photoshop and Mac based systems.
• the ability to help change, develop, motivate, challenge, support and inspire students of all abilities.
• outstanding success at achieving consistently good results in art and photography at least, at key stage 3 and key stage 4.
• the ability to create and facilitate highly challenging and engaging lessons.
• ability to deliver after-school support and pre-exam intervention sessions as and when required to ensure the highest levels of achievement and attainment.
• high aspiration and expectations for all students and to lead this by personal example.

What the school offers its staff

We offer: -

• well-considered professional development and a wide range of professional opportunities, including leadership development opportunities when the time is right
• excellent career progression opportunities given our strength in partnership working
• a supportive, committed and experienced team of design and technology specialists all appropriately trained
• sound mentoring for all new staff from an experienced senior team
• a challenging and collegiate workplace with a high level of professional autonomy in which people matter
• excellent accommodation, resources and funding

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

• Hold QTS (SEND qualifications desirable)
• Have experience of working with children with ASC, this is challenging yet very rewarding role
• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the ASC team and wider school
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Germander Park School, part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Southwood and Downs Barn Schools). The unit currently has one class but will grow next year to two classes (each with 8 pupils). All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of teachers who are motivated by the challenge of supporting pupils with ASC, who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning. Each teacher will lead a small team of support staff in each class of 8 pupils. This is an exciting time for the school with this newly created provision and as such provides wonderful opportunities for a teacher to be involved in the infancy and development of the classes.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding is paramount to everything we do at Germander Park School. We have a skilled support team in our schools who work hard to ensure our children stay safe.

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the year group team
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Southwood School (part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Germander Park and Downs Barn Schools). The unit currently has one class but will grow each year eventually to three classes (each with 8 pupils). All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of support staff who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning. We have vibrant and inclusive schools dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

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 sensitive to the wide range of children’s needs experienced in main stream schools
• Be an excellent communicator, able to work collaboratively with the year group team
• Have a passion for education and a commitment for fostering a love of learning in students
• Be kind, caring and understanding and good role model for our pupils

What the school offers its staff

A vibrant and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for our students.

A supportive school and team, considerate of staff wellbeing.

CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

We have recently opened an Autistic Spectrum Condition unit at Germander Park School, part of the Boulevard Primary Partnership federation (along with Southwood School and Downs Barn School). The unit currently has one class but will grow each year eventually to two classes (each with 8 pupils). All children hold EHCPs.

We are in search of support staff who can inspire our pupils and help them to enjoy their time at school and their learning.

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Support the delivery of creative and engaging lessons planned by the teaching staff, aligned with our curriculum
• Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where every student feels valued
• Differentiate to meet the diverse learning needs of our students so they can achieve their best
• Implement effective classroom management strategies promoting positive behaviour

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding is paramount to everything we do at Germander Park School. We have a skilled support team in our schools who work hard to ensure our children stay safe.

Overview
Aylesbury Vale Academy is a popular all-through school based in Berryfields, Aylesbury. We wish to appoint a suitably qualified Learning Support Assistant to a very busy, successful team.

Term time only

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Salary details: Bucks Pay Range 2 Point 11 to 15 (£24,879 to £26,961) Full-time Equivalent

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 34.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year and actual salary will reflect this working pattern

Closing date: 31/10/2024 12:00

Interviews to be held: Week Commencing 11 November 2024

About us
The Aylesbury Vale Academy is a good school with a strong sense of purpose and achievement based upon respect, aspiration and resilience. Aylesbury Vale Academy provides a safe and stimulating learning environment for children from 2 to 18 years old. At the Academy, we aim to provide an inclusive, engaging and challenging experience leading to an education of the highest quality.

Website: https://www.theacademy.me/

About the role
We are looking to appoint a creative, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND Department. The successful candidate would be expected to have the knowledge and skills to support students with a variety of specific needs, including the delivery of targeted intervention outside of the classroom. You will be suitably qualified with experience of working with children in one of the four areas of SEND, and reporting to the Assistant Principal/SENDCo.

About you
Experience of working in an educational provision and ideally relevant qualifications in Learning Support.

A calm, understanding and friendly personality.

The ability to manage behaviour and help students focus on any given task, encouraging students to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.

The willingness to work flexibly and constructively as part of a team, providing day to day classroom support to the children and assisting with student behaviour as and if required in a supportive manner.

The ability to work with teachers and the SENDCo to ensure progress and development.

Applicants must have a GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent qualification.

Other information
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school office on the number below. Please send completed application forms to the email address below. Please do not submit CVs.

Tel No: 01296 428551
Email: vacancies@theacademy.me

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children will be reflected throughout the process and the successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and an online social media check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

All unspent cautions and convictions cautions
All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

An Individual to support the learning and well-being needs of students, by implementing a range of agreed strategies and interventions. To build appropriate relationships with allocated students to support them achieving their full potential. To deal appropriately with allocated students social and behavioural development to maximise learning potential. To work in accordance with the aims and policies of the Academy and to promote the development of students.

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming and positive working environment with a strong team ethos.

• High quality professional development and support including bespoke CPD.

• Progression opportunities across the 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

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and committed Teacher of Drama, who can also teach English (to KS3 as a minimum) to join our highly motivated staff at our outstanding all girls’ grammar school. The successful applicant will be a strong classroom teacher with a track record of adding value to their own classes and their department, or an ECT.

They should:

- hold a good honours degree in a relevant subject area

- Qualified Teacher Status is desirable

- be a very good practitioner or, in the case of an ECT, very much on the way to this

- excellent subject knowledge

- be adaptable and flexible; able to embrace and manage change

- be a confident user of IT to enhance teaching and learning

- able to analyse data effectively

What the school offers its staff

We are passionate about single sex education and the extraordinary benefits it brings our students and this has been acknowledged by The Sunday Times Parent Power: Wycombe High School has been voted 'Secondary School of the Year 2023'. Mental health and wellbeing are always high on our agenda, which has been acknowledged by the mental health charity Mind who have awarded us GOLD in their Wellbeing Index Awards in 2022-2023 and again in 2023-2024 for 'successfully embedding mental health into our policies and practices'. We are proud of the excellent teaching, care and guidance we offer, along with excellent facilities and the wide range of opportunities in and beyond the classroom. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, trustees, parents and visitors to the school to share this commitment. Wycombe High School has a long history of providing a high quality education for girls. We match the very best of the school’s traditions, with an ambitious vison, mission and strong core values. This means we are constantly developing and evolving our curriculum and facilities. We are never complacent and constantly strive to further build on our reputation as one of the best schools nationally and internationally.

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

Wycombe High School is seeking to appoint an inspiring Teacher of Mathematics to join our highly motivated staff at our outstanding all girls' grammar school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The successful applicant will be a strong classroom teacher with a track record of adding value to their own classes and their department, or an ECT.

They should:

- hold a good honours degree in a relevant subject area

- Qualified Teacher Status is desirable

- be a very good practitioner or, in the case of an ECT, very much on the way to this

- excellent subject knowledge

- be adaptable and flexible; able to embrace and manage change

- be a confident user of IT to enhance teaching and learning

- able to analyse data effectively

What the school offers its staff

We are passionate about single sex education and the extraordinary benefits it brings our students and this has been acknowledged by The Sunday Times Parent Power: Wycombe High School has been voted 'Secondary School of the Year 2023'. Mental health and wellbeing are always high on our agenda, which has been acknowledged by the mental health charity Mind who have awarded us GOLD in their Wellbeing Index Awards in 2022-2023 and again in 2023-2024 for 'successfully embedding mental health into our policies and practices'. We are proud of the excellent teaching, care and guidance we offer, along with excellent facilities and the wide range of opportunities in and beyond the classroom. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, trustees, parents and visitors to the school to share this commitment. Wycombe High School has a long history of providing a high quality education for girls. We match the very best of the school’s traditions, with an ambitious vison, mission and strong core values. This means we are constantly developing and evolving our curriculum and facilities. We are never complacent and constantly strive to further build on our reputation as one of the best schools nationally and internationally.

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 require a Teacher of Science for January 2025. The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, keen to develop leadership skills in the Science Faculty at Lord Grey and will have excellent subject knowledge.

The successful candidate:

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

What the school offers its staff

Why choose Lord Grey Academy?

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

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

Further details about the role

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

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

Completed application form and covering letter should be submitted to Human Resources at Lord Grey Academy or emailed to hr@lordgrey.org.uk by 9am on Monday 21st October 2024. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 23rd October 2024.

Only successfully short listed candidates will be contacted.

Commitment to safeguarding

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

What skills and experience we're looking for

PURPOSE OF JOB

•To act as Cover Supervisor, covering/supervising whole classes during the short-termabsence of teachers.

•To work with withdrawal and small groups to provide support and intervention.

•To lead a team of Assistant Teachers as required.

•To work collaboratively with teaching staff and assist teachers in the whole planningcycle and the management/preparation of resources.

•To complement teachers’ delivery of the national curriculum and contribute to thedevelopment of other support staff, pupils and Academy policies and strategies.

•To provide support for pupils, the teacher and the Academy in order to raise standardsof achievement for all pupils (e.g. additional SEN, EAL, GT, FSM, underachievers), byutilising advanced levels of knowledge and skills when assisting with planning,monitoring, assessing and managing classes.

•To encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for theirwelfare, and to support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life.

What the school offers its staff

• Bereavement leave
• Employee mentoring programme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Commitment to safeguarding

Chiltern Way is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Good honours degree in a relevant subject area

Qualified Teacher Status is desirable

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

A shared approach to problem-solving and achieving goals

Innovation, identifying alternative ways to resolve issues, improving standards and procedures as part of a team

Confident user of ICT to enhance teaching and learning

Ambitious for self, department and students

Proactive and able to use initiative

Able to work effectively and calmly under pressure

Evidence of good relationships with young people and adults

Ability to analyse data effectively

Committed to the ethos, vision and values of Wycombe High School.

What the school offers its staff

Received the National Whole School Wellbeing Gold Award in 2024

MIND Wellbeing Index Gold Award winners for two consecutive years, 2022-2023 and 2023-2024

Voted the Sunday Times' secondary school of the year in 2023

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous Employer Pension Contributions (28.68% employer contributions)

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer

Onsite Car Parking

Cycle Scheme

Onsite subsidised canteen

Commitment to safeguarding

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

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our successful team!

You will join a team of staff that is committed to providing all students with the best opportunities to make great progress and to inspire a love of English.

You will be well-supported by a strong team of professionals who always go the ‘extra mile’ for our young people.

The successful candidate will:

• Have excellent subject knowledge
• Have a strong classroom presence and be able to model excellence in the classroom
• Be committed to developing themselves as an exceptional practitioner

This is an excellent opportunity for a well-qualified and enthusiastic teacher to further develop their classroom practice or an Early Career Teacher seeking their first appointment. If you are seeking a challenging and highly rewarding position, enriching the lives of the students who attend Pioneer Secondary Academy and members of the local community, then we are keen to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

Pioneer Secondary Academy is a smaller than average secondary school with a calm atmosphere and and high ambitions for its students who are:

“confident, articulate young people who think carefully about their role in the world and display positive behaviour and attitudes.”

This is an exciting time to become part of a school launched under new leadership and governance and planning for a dynamic successful future. We are now seeking to appoint an individual who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.

We place great passion on staff well-being and development, at all levels with an extensive programme of professional development, offering a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within and beyond Pioneer.

Our aim is to provide a knowledge rich education underpinned by our core values whilst preparing the next generation for an evolving digital world. If you are a driven and dedicated practitioner who is eager to grow and learn, by building effective relationships and instilling in students a love of English, then we want to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.