Lead Practitioner of English
Discovery Academy, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST2 0GAThis job expired on 27 March 2023
Start date details
September 2023
Closing date
27 March 2023 at 9am
Date listed
16 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday-Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Actual Salary £44,523 - £49,136
Pay scale
- LP1 to LP5
Additional allowances
Plus £2,000 relocation allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Alpha Academies Trust is seeking to appoint an ambitious individual based at The Discovery Academy to work collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of teaching and learning in the English Faculty with the opportunity to work across the Trust. They will be committed to the highest standards of achievement and will be an outstanding practitioner, with a clear vision of how to raise standards through high quality teaching and learning. They will be passionate about reading and developing literacy skills across the Trust.
What the school offers its staff
Our Academies boast outstanding facilities and state-of-the-art learning environments. Our growth programme includes benefits a large Trust can offer, such as a comprehensive professional development and leadership opportunities. There is also the opportunity to complete a SLT fast track leadership development programme, providing skills to apply for SLT roles.
Further details about the role
If you feel that the position is of an interest, you have the right experience and skills and are ready for fresh challenges, then we would love to hear from you. For an application form and recruitment pack please see our website, https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/ Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk
Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.
Closing Date for this Post: Monday 27th March 2023 at 9:00am Interview Date: Week Commencing 27th March 2023
Commitment to safeguarding
The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Discovery Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1446 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Discovery Academy website
- Email address
- apply@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01782882100
At the Discovery Academy our purpose is that we are committed to “delivering ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success”. As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships and support for all students. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment.
Arranging a visit to Discovery Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email apply@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk.
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