Application Pack Classroom Teacher Our Lady and St Edward s Catholic Primary School
Letter from the Headteacher Dear Applicant, Welcome to Our Lady and St. Edward s Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy and thank you very much for your interest in joining us. We put children at the centre of what we do. Staff are caring and supportive, children are happy; they want to be at school and like coming to school. Each day is treated as a new day and a new chance for everyone to shine. We are inspired by the teachings of St Francis with whom the school and the parish have had close links over many years; up until 2014 a Franciscan Friary was situated next door to the parish church. St Francis asked that we Live the Gospels ; we do this by. Growing in love for God and each other; showing respect, being compassionate, being able to forgive and giving our best in all that we do to achieve our goals. Our curriculum gives our children the opportunities to become independent learners. Themed topics run throughout the year and parents are encouraged to take part and be involved. We would warmly invite you to arrange a visit to get a feel for the school and to meet the staff, pupils and take in the environment which is as important to us as the teaching and learning. Visits can be arranged by calling Tracey Barfield or Donna Moore in the Main Office on 0115 915 5800. If you join us, you will have access to first class CPD opportunities. From 1 September 2018 we will be one of twenty one academies within the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (see note below) and will remain a member of the Nottingham Catholic Teaching School Alliance, which provides outstanding training opportunities for our staff. Each year the Trust organises a joint INSET day for our staff of all the schools to meet and share best practice. I look forward to receiving your application to become part of our wonderful team at Our Lady and St Edward s. Yours sincerely Mrs Moira Dales Headteacher Additional note Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust: Our school/academy will become part of the Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust on 1st September 2018, a family of 25 academies within the Catholic Diocese of Nottingham. The new arrangement is part of the Diocesan Plan for Catholic Schools the primary aim of which is to protect and secure high quality Catholic education in the Diocese of Nottingham for the long-term. Full details of the plan and the staffing structures can be found at http:// dioceseofnottingham.uk/education. Your employer will be Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust. Should you have any questions then please address these to the Headteacher of this school/academy initially. Letter from the Headteacher South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Letter to Applicant Dear Applicant, Thank you for your interest in our recent advertisement for the post of Classroom Teacher at Our Lady & St Edwards School. I have pleasure in enclosing details of the post. Application If you wish to apply, please either email your application to me at hr@sncat.co.uk (copies of all the details are available online on our website under the Vacancies section) or post your completed application form to me at the address below, together with a covering letter, clearly demonstrating your suitability for the role. All CVs must be accompanied by a fully completed application form. Where possible, please also provide email addresses for your referees. Please ensure that you list all the subjects taken at GCSE/ A Level on your application form together with the grades obtained. You should also show the class of your degree where relevant. You may provide this information as a separate Word document if you prefer. Closing Date Please ensure your application arrives before the closing date of Friday 18 May 2018 at 9am. Please ensure that the post for which you are applying for has been stated clearly on the application form. We are now monitoring our recruitment advertising and would be grateful if you could fill in this question on page two of the application form, stating where you first learned of this vacancy. Interview Interviews for the post will take place shortly after the closing date. Please assume that if you have not heard from me within two weeks of this date, that unfortunately on this occasion your application has not been successful. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. I look forward to receiving your application. Yours sincerely Di Maxwell (Mrs) HR Leader Information for Applicants South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY Tel:0115 9824280 www.sncat.com
Job Description Job Title: Classroom Teacher Salary: MPR/UPR Accountable to: Key Stage Manager/Headteacher Accountable for: Providing high quality learning experiences for pupils through the provision of challenging, stimulating and supportive teaching. Liaising with: Head/Deputies, teaching/support staff LEA representatives external agencies and parents. Job Description South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Job Description GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY TASKS AS SHOWN BELOW: MAIN (CORE) DUTIES Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils Be accountable for pupils attainment, progress and outcomes Plan teaching to build on pupils capabilities and their prior knowledge Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study Demonstrate good subject knowledge Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils interest in the subject and address misunderstandings Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas and promote the value of scholarship Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English, whatever the teacher s specialist subject If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics If teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies Plan and teach well-structured lessons Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time Promote a love of learning and children s intellectual curiosity Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject areas Job Description South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Job Description Adapt Teaching to respond to the strengths of all pupils Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils ability to learn and how best to overcome these Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils education at different stages of development Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them Make accurate and productive use if assessment Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils progress Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets and plan subsequent lessons Give pupils regular feedback both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school s behaviour policy Have high expectations of behaviour and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly Manage classes effectively using approaches which are appropriate to pupils needs in order to involve and motivate them Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority and act decisively when necessary Fulfil wider professional responsibilities Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support Deploy support staff effectively Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development responding to advice and feedback from colleagues Communicate effectively with parents with regards to pupils achievements and wellbeing Job Description South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Job Description Personal and professional conduct Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour within and outside the school by: Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teachers professional position Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils well being, in accordance with statutory provisions Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others Not undermining the fundamental British values including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs Ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils vulnerability or might lead them to break the law 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. 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. Job Description South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Person Specification ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE EVIDENCE Educational Principles Commitment to raising standards of attainment Commitment to recognising, setting and achieving high standards Commitment to the distinctive ethos of a Catholic School Up to date knowledge of current trends in education Application and Interview Qualifications and General Experience Qualified to Degree level Qualified Teacher Status Prior teaching experience across Key Evidence of qualifications or experiences in areas of extended activities Application Stages and French Teaching Evidence of CPD and/or school Professional Knowledge and Experience Professional Skills/ Abilities practice Knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of the National curriculum through observation, planning and assessment Understanding of the requirements of pupils with SEN and EAL High expectations of pupils achievement and behaviour Confident use of ICT Evidence of involvement in curriculum development An understanding of developments in assessment Excellent classroom practitioner Competent user of IT Commitment to being an excellent Experience of Smartboards Specific subject skills and knowledge Wider knowledge of the use of ICT and the internet Involvement in school improvement A willingness to support the schools extended extra-curricular provision Application and Interview Application and Interview team player Excellent relationships with children, parents, staff and governors Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences Excellent behaviour management skills Create a happy, challenging and Personal Characteristics effective learning environment Approachable Committed Application and Interview Flexible Resourceful Effective Team Member Person Specification South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
School Information Our Lady and St Edward s Primary and Nursery Catholic Voluntary Our Lady and St Edward s Primary and Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy is a good school situated in St Ann s, Nottingham We put the children at the centre of everything we do. The unique and exciting curriculum gives the pupils the opportunities to become independent learners. Themed weeks run throughout the year and parents are encouraged to take part and be involved. Pn In addition to the Headteacher, the staff comprises one Deputy Headteacher, 9 Teachers, 13 Teaching Assistants and 8 members of support staff. For further details about the school please see our website www.olseacademy.org.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange this, please contact the Main Office staff at Our Lady and St Edward s Tracey Barfield or Donna Moore on 0115 915 5800 Welcome South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY
Mission Statement The Trust s mission is: To provide the best education, rooted in the values of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, for our young people so that they will achieve their full potential. To ensure that each young person enjoys the same high quality education in terms of resourcing, tuition and care. To improve the effectiveness of the Trust by constantly reviewing the activities of each Academy especially in the curriculum. To ensure that the funding of each Academy is utilised to the best provision of education, providing value for money. To comply with all statutory and canonical requirements. To build bridges of hope between the communities in which our constituent academies exist, keeping close links with educational, faith and community partners. Mission Statement South Nottingham Catholic Academy Trust, The Becket Way, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7QY