Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Ashbourne Academy. Leader of Pre-examination English and Whole School Literacy

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1 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Ashbourne Academy Leader of Pre-examination English and Whole School Literacy Do you want to make an impact in a Multi-Academy Trust that is moving forward with exciting times ahead? QEGSMAT have a new and exciting opportunity for an individual to join our outstanding English Department at Queen Elizabeth s Grammar School Ashbourne Academy. We are seeking a proven, outstanding practitioner who can lead the curriculum provision for pre-examination years in English. The successful candidate will also lead our whole school Literacy Strategy and continue to develop students passion for reading. QEGSTMAT is a growing group of academies based in Derbyshire, Derby City and Staffordshire. Established at the start of 2017, our Trust is based on a set of actions defined by our students; Question, Explore, Give and Succeed At QEGSMAT we believe and promote that exceptional teachers create exceptional results; they transform lives and transform futures. They support every pupil to achieve their full potential and become a confident, resilient and compassionate individual who can make a positive contribution to society. We believe that exceptional teachers like you should be supported too, with all the opportunities you need to develop your career and achieve your goals to build for your future. We re committed to providing first-rate training and development to all of our teaching staff, as well as excellent career advancement opportunities within this evolving Trust. You ll find high expectations here too; we expect the kind of exemplary conduct from students that allows our teachers to do their jobs as effectively as they can. QEGSMAT is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to a clear DBS check to an enhanced level.

2 If you would like to be part of this exciting new project, please visit where you will also find the job description and application form. Alternately, you can contact us at Closing date for applications: 18 th April 2018 Noon Provisional Interview date: 25 th April 2018 Actual Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2.1 Potential Start date: 1 st September 2018

3 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Ashbourne Academy JOB DESCRIPTION POST TITLE: REPORTING TO: Leader of Pre-Examination English including Transition & Whole School Literacy Curriculum Leader for English SCALE: Main Pay Scale (post-threshold Upper Pay Range) & TLR 2.1 DISCLOSURE LEVEL: Enhanced Core Duties: Purpose of the Post: Raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the pre-examination years of the English curriculum and whole school literacy; Monitor and support students progress in both areas; Be accountable for the progress of students identified for and receiving intervention within the pre-examination years of the English curriculum area; Develop and enhance the teaching practice of others, regarding literacy; Be responsible for leading, managing, assessing and developing intervention for the English preexamination years; Develop and enhance the provision of extra-curricular activities within English pre-examination years; Be responsible for leading, managing, assessing and developing literacy throughout the school; Be responsible for organising and managing the English transition programme. Main Duties Operational/ Strategic Planning Liaise with the Curriculum Leader of English to ensure the development and delivery of intervention at the pre-examination years is robust and that the intervention is informed and supported by the curriculum; Liaise with CLs across the school to ensure that Literacy is embedded and delivered successfully in their curriculum areas;

4 Actively monitor and follow up pre-examination years student progress; Actively monitor and follow up literacy student progress; Be responsible for the control and operation of interventions, including effective deployment of resources; Be able to formulate aims, objectives and strategic plans for all aspects of pre-examination years intervention which have coherence and relevance to the needs of students and to the aims, objectives and strategic plans of the School; Work with colleagues to formulate aims, objectives and strategic plans for all aspects of literacy which have coherence and relevance to the needs of students and to the aims, objectives and strategic plans of the School; Be responsible for the control and operation of extra-curricular provision, including effective deployment of resources; Liaise with and support the librarians with the delivery and development of QEGs Reads ; Implement School Policies and Procedures, e.g. Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, COSHH etc; Be accountable for the development of extra-curricular activities across English pre-examination years. Curriculum Provision To be accountable for the development and inclusion of Literacy across the curriculum. Department Development Support the curriculum leader with the transition of KS2 students into the pre-examination years and to support the CL with the pre-examination year transition to the examination years. Support curriculum leaders where required with the inclusion of literacy in their curriculum areas. Keep up to date with national developments in all aspects of the pre-examination English curriculum and Literacy; the teaching practices and methodology; Actively monitor and respond to developments and initiatives in the pre-examination years of English and Literacy at national, regional and local levels; To collaborate with staff in planning the development of intervention provision. To be responsible for the development and implementation of the whole school policy for Literacy. Collaborate with staff in planning the development of extra-curricular provision. Collaborate with staff in planning the development of Literacy provision with all subject areas and to work on identified areas of the curriculum with relevant staff. Liaise and work with the librarians where required. Staff Development: Recruitment/ Deployment of Staff Undertake Performance Management Review(s) and to act as reviewer for a member of staff within the designated curriculum area; Make appropriate arrangements, when required to do so, for classes when staff are absent, ensuring appropriate cover is available and liaising with the Cover Supervisor/relevant staff; Support the school in ensuring an effective induction of new staff in line with School procedures; Promote teamwork and to motivate staff to ensure effective working relations;

5 Act as a positive role model. Quality Assurance Support the process of the setting of targets within the English department and to work towards their achievement; Support the professional development of teaching staff and learning mentors through example, support and liaison. Management Information Ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date information, concerning pre-examination years English, is on the management information system; Make use of analysis and evaluate performance data provided; Identify and take appropriate action on issues arising from data, systems and reports; setting deadlines where necessary and reviewing progress on the action taken; Produce reports within the quality assurance cycle for pre-examination years English collection of data. Communications Ensure effective communication, as appropriate, with colleagues within English and whole school; Ensure effective communication/consultation as appropriate with the parents of students. Marketing and Liaison Contribute to the School liaison and marketing activities, e.g. the collection of material for press releases; Participate in the effective promotion of subjects at Open Days/Evenings and other events; Actively promote the development of effective subject links with external agencies. Pastoral System Monitor student attendance together with students' progress and performance in relation to targets set for each individual; ensuring that follow-up procedures are adhered to and that appropriate action is taken where necessary; Ensure behaviour and rewards are implemented for the students identified for intervention so that effective learning can take place. Teaching To undertake an appropriate programme of teaching in accordance with the duties of a standard scale teacher. (Ref: Job Description Teacher) Additional Duties To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive ethos and to encourage and ensure staff and students to follow this example.

6 Other Specific Duties Continue personal development as agreed; Engage actively in the performance review process; Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified; Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description; Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers; The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition. Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality. Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities. This job description is current but, in consultation, may be changed by the Executive Headteacher to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the scale and job title. Print Name Signature Date

7 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Ashbourne Academy PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Desirable Evidence Qualifications Specialist subject degree, equivalent qualification or experience Qualified teacher status NPQML or other accredited leadership programmes Certificates Skills Be highly competent teacher Be familiar with a variety of teaching and learning styles Be able to motivate and earn the respect of students of all abilities Leadership and Management Application form Interview Knowledge KS2-3 English transition strategies Whole school literacy strategies KS2 English and/or literacy programmes of study including assessment structures Application and interview Experience Able to teach English Literature and Language to KS3 and KS4 Impact and success in leading a strategy and/or team Able to teach English to KS5 (English Literature and/or English Language) Application and interview Personal Qualities Have an enthusiasm for the subject and the ability to enthuse students Have a capacity for hard work Application form Interview

8 Be able to work cooperatively with team members Show initiative and enthusiasm for their subject Have an interest in Information Technology and its applications to education Be keen to make an extra-curricular contribution Enjoy good relationships with pupils and colleagues Ability to challenge discriminatory practice A commitment to comprehensive education A commitment to equal opportunities A concern to help each child develop their full potential Print Name Signature Date