Inclusion Provision Curriculum Leader
The Portsmouth Academy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5PF18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April 2025
Closing date
23 February 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
4 February 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TSAT Teacher Scale £32,000 - £50,000 + TLR 2b £5,698
Additional allowances
TLR 2b £5,698
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an Inclusion Provision Curriculum Leader to work within our inclusion provision for KS3 and KS4,The Connect, at The Portsmouth Academy.
You will lead the curriculum within The Connect in order to support pupils to embed the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for a successful return to mainstream lessons. The Curriculum Leader will promote, direct and have oversight of high standards of pupil behaviour through effective group and individual support. The provision is supported by a committed team of Learning Mentors and ELSAs.
The Connect at The Portsmouth Academy supports a cohort of around 20 pupils across KS3 and KS4 on bespoke intervention programmes providing support and mentoring lasting 12-24 weeks. The KS3 programme is delivered mainly by the Connect staff and the majority of the KS4 programme is delivered by curriculum departments from across the school.
What you will need to succeed:
For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Job Description
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Be passionate about teaching and learning with a positive outlook
- Outstanding classroom practice with high expectations for achievements and behaviour
- Provide a differentiated, balanced, progressive, varied and stimulating curriculum in line with statutory and school requirements while taking into account each pupils’ educational needs
- Lead and run the twilight provision after school between 3 – 5pm with the support of the pastoral team
- You will be dedicated to ensure that all of our children achieve their very best
- An aspiring leader of learning and happy to grasp exciting CPD opportunities
- Contribute to the values, ethos and the development of our school
What the school offers its staff
The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
“The curriculum is well designed and well considered. The intention of the curriculum is to transform the life chances of pupils in the school. The ambition, breadth and content of the curriculum contribute to this intention. Curriculum development is purposeful and ongoing” – Ofsted
We are a “Microsoft Showcase School” due to our approach to digital learning. The academy has launched a one:one device policy, so every child in Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 have their own laptop, and we are particular interested in finding teachers who have experience of, or would like to develop experience of, teaching with technology.
What our Trust will offer you:
- Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
- Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
- Chartered Teacher Recognition: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organization, you can achieve recognition as a Chartered Teacher.
- Cutting-Edge Pedagogy: Experience an internationally accredited approach to thinking and learning, proven to elevate classroom practice.
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- TSAT Benefits portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
- Store Discounts: Access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
- Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Portsmouth Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1217 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Portsmouth Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- nicky.brown@tpa.tsat.uk
“Leaders have dramatically improved the quality of teaching, learning and assessment… consequently, the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is consistently good and continues to improve.” – Ofsted, April 2017 -
The Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.
Arranging a visit to The Portsmouth Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email nicky.brown@tpa.tsat.uk.
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