Music and Drama Teacher with Aspirational Lead responsibility
William Lovell Church of England Academy, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 8AA2 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2026
Closing date
17 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
15 October 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subjects
- Drama, Music
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - M6
Additional allowances
TLR 2 for Aspirational Lead responsibilities
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will carry out the duties of the Teacher in accordance with the Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils, incorporating the National Curriculum requirements and in line with the curriculum policies of the school.
To facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of all the pupils.
To foster a stimulating and creative learning environment and educational experience, which provides students with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential, and is conducive to the good management of teaching and learning.
To share in the development of the school curriculum, courses and study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and their review.
To support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding children and have high regard for health and safety.
Responsibilities
Directing and supervising the work of Teaching Assistants.
Co-operation and liaison with other professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from external agencies (for example, Specialist teachers, LAAT support services, health professionals and social workers).
Generic Responsibilities
Teach pupils in their assigned group according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the students in school.
The successful candidate will carry out the duties of the Teacher in accordance with the Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for pupils, incorporating the National Curriculum requirements and in line with the curriculum policies of the school.
To facilitate, support and monitor the overall progress and development of all the pupils.
To foster a stimulating and creative learning environment and educational experience, which provides students with the opportunity to fulfil their individual potential, and is conducive to the good management of teaching and learning.
To share in the development of the school curriculum, courses and study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and their review.
To support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding children and have high regard for health and safety.
Responsibilities
Directing and supervising the work of Teaching Assistants.
Co-operation and liaison with other professionals, including fellow staff and colleagues from external agencies (for example, Specialist teachers, LAAT support services, health professionals and social workers).
Generic Responsibilities
Teach pupils in their assigned group according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work to be carried out by the students in school.
Job Description – Aspirational Lead
Main Responsibilities
Focusing on academic achievement, teaching, and learning in conjunction with the pastoral care of students in specified year groups, liaising closely with key stakeholders including other
aspirational leaders & tutors to ensure continuity and progression across the Key stages 2-3, 3-4 and transition at key stages 2 and 5.
Develop with the leadership team the physical, intellectual, and emotional climates for learning that establishes good working relationships, encourages good working practices to enhance
behaviours for learning.
Work closely in a coaching role with fellow teaching professionals and students to promote high standards of learning behaviours, attendance, achievement, behaviour, and welfare within
their associated year groups using relevant data and evidence to inform feedback and actions.
Using knowledge and experience of quality first teaching, lead, develop and enhance teaching practises withing specified year groups to promote positive relationships of students with self
and others in order to raise aspirations and outcomes.
Be an excellent practitioner in the classroom who inspires learning and demonstrates good practice, restorative approaches, and positive relationships with a focus on outcomes.
Lead and co-ordinate assemblies, PSHE and effective use of tutor periods and daily acts of worship.
Lead, enhance and develop the programme and application of celebrations for outstanding learner behaviours in line with the vision and values of the school.
Lead, enhance and develop the organisation of parent’s evenings, charity, performance, sporting, social and other enrichment activities for the year groups and build positive relationships with
official visitors, parents, carers and members of the community.
Work with SEND and Wellbeing teams and outside agencies on the academic, pastoral, social, vocational, and behavioural needs of students in the year group, supporting key aspects ofacademy intervention.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk.
To apply please go to https://thelaat.co.uk/opportunities/.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
What the school offers its staff
We are on an aspirational journey under experienced and ambitious leadership.
Our vision is to be the best version of ourselves in an environment designed to be rewarding, stimulating, and challenging so that students can actualise their potential. Our strong community creates a place of opportunity which allows its students to flourish, find expression, build strength of character, and make positive decisions when faced with adversity. This is guided and discovered through a rich pastoral system which makes a real difference to students lives.
Our alumni progress onto prestigious pathways that lead students access university, apprenticeships, and impressive chosen careers, contributing significantly to the world.
We are dedicated to building opportunities for all students to not only achieve the highest academic standards but also ensure that their unique personality, talents, and interests are nurtured and developed to the full. There is a synergy between developing a well-rounded individual and a strong academic record; students maximise their potential when nurtured in a positive and enriching learning environment.
Changes to, and investment in, the physical building and the environment saw us recruit some fantastic new members of teaching and support staff. All this, combined with William Lovell's distinctive Christian ethos and strong sense of community, mean that the future is very exciting for students at the school.
Our broad and balanced curriculum is complemented by an extensive range of enrichment activities such as creative arts, sports, music, student leadership and academic master classes, amongst many others.
As a Church of England school, our underpinning values, which are deep-rooted in the Christian story, are the driving force of our academy. They resonate through everything we do, creating an inclusive culture where all faiths are valued, everybody is shown and receives Respect, Truth is modelled and encouraged, Generosity is given without expectation to receive, Forgiveness is practised, and Justice is demonstrated.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The LAAT Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Applying for the job
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About William Lovell Church of England Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 315 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- William Lovell Church of England Academy website
- Email address
- enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01205 480352
At William Lovell Church of England Academy, we strive to create an inclusive atmosphere with a family-feel, where strength of character goes hand in hand with academic achievement.
Every person is valued within our school. We empower and challenge all, encouraging and building one another up to become the best version of themselves.
Our aim is for all pupils and to have the widest possible life choices and we hope to inspire every member of the community to have a positive impact on the world around them. We trust that they have the power to make a difference.
Arranging a visit to William Lovell Church of England Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@williamlovell.laat.co.uk.
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