Librarian, Literacy and Reading Coordinator
The Victory Academy, Chatham, Kent, ME4 5JB11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
November 2024
Closing date
8 October 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
24 September 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TSAT Pay Group 3 pro rata to £21,353 - £24,960 for hours and weeks stated (£27,668 - £32,123 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a Librarian, Literacy and Reading Coordinator at The Victory Academy, to provide administrative support for key areas of the Academy’s work including the library, work experience, trips and other enrichment activities. The successful candidate will also develop the use of technologies to support and enhance teaching and learning, with a specific focus on literacy and development.
As the Librarian, Literacy and Reading Coordinator, you will work closely with senior leaders in developing high quality, targeted intervention to support students in literacy and reading. You will play a key role in building and coordinating a team of subject literacy and reading leads, ensuring best practice is identified across the curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
At The Victory Academy, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and caring school. Our strong staff-pupil relationships create an environment where students know that we’ve got their back and genuinely care about their well-being - even those who find learning challenging. Here, pupils celebrate and respect each other’s uniqueness, echoing one student’s sentiment:
“You can be who you want to be here.” (Ofsted 2023)
Our campus provides an inspiring backdrop for growth and discovery. With excellent resources at your fingertips, you’ll thrive as an educator. We boast a robust arts education program, including a prestigious Platinum Artsmark Award -an achievement held by less than 1% of schools in England.
We believe in the individuality of each person. Every member of our community possesses unique gifts and talents, which we nurture and channel. Our curriculum ensures that all students, regardless of their starting points, achieve their academic potential. When they leave The Victory Academy, they’ll be dynamic contributors to society.
Join us in shaping the future! Apply today and be part of our vibrant educational community
What our Trust will offer you:
- Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
- Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
- Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
- Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
- Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
- Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy in Frindsbury.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Store Discounts:Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
- TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
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 Victory Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1192 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The Victory Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- Aimee.Green@victoryacademy.tsat.uk
The Victory Academy is part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust. We are a mixed Comprehensive School for students of all ability ranges, where everyone works and learns within its caring and supportive environment. Victory is a school for the local community, and we seek opportunities for students to develop as local citizens and serve and support our surrounding charities, industries and families.
“The behaviour of pupils is good….Pupils are polite and show consideration for others”
“Staff feel well supported…”
Ofsted 2017
We are privileged to work in a stunning learning environment with excellent resources. One of our many strengths is having a strong programme of arts education, including a Platinum Artsmark award which is held by less than 1% of schools in England.
We are focused on providing an education for all. Our belief is that each person is unique – every member of our community has gifts and talents that we seek to grow and channel. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum geared towards ensuring that our students will achieve their academic potential regardless of their starting points, and be dynamic members of society when they leave the Academy.
Arranging a visit to The Victory Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Aimee.Green@victoryacademy.tsat.uk.
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