TRUST IN LEARNING (ACADEMIES) PRIMARY TEACHING AND LEARNING LEAD TEACHER Application Pack
Contents Welcome Letter Copy of the Advertisement Trust in Learning Academies who we are Job Description Person Specification Child Protection and Safeguarding Explanatory Notes How to Apply
Welcome Letter Dear Applicant Thank you for your interest in the position of Primary Teaching and Learning Lead Teacher working within the Trust in Learning family of schools. Trust in Learning Academies (TiLA) is an education charity and a multi academy trust (MAT) based in the West of England. As a MAT we are seeking to grow and support a wider network of schools beyond the four academies which make up TiLA at the moment and we are aiming to help develop schools that are exceptional and distinctive. We are seeking an outstanding teaching practitioner and leader to support the development of practice across our schools. From September 2018 we have remodelled our school improvement team to include the addition of a teaching and learning lead with a specific primary remit. This post is an excellent opportunity for a primary specialist who wants to extend their experience to working with a number of schools whilst also retaining a direct role and remit in one school. If you have are an outstanding classroom practitioner and leader this post would enable you to maintain close links with classroom practice whilst developing your own leadership potential. You will see from the job description that the successful candidate will spend half of their week working at Filton Avenue Primary School, one of the largest primary provisions in Bristol, with the other half having a cross MAT remit. Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. We seek to recruit the very best staff and to ensure that they are fully supported as we help them to develop their own careers. This is a unique role and a real opportunity to join a dynamic team, both at Filton Avenue, and more widely across our family of schools. It is desirable for the successful candidates to have SATs experience, knowledge and understanding of the Ofsted inspection process, and be able to take a strategic lead on a day-to-day basis responding to the particular needs and context which may range from leading at a strategic level. You will be joining our organisation at an important time. We are an ambitious family of schools, so we are seeking an outstanding candidate who can realise the highest possible quality of services to support our educational vision, strong leadership and effective support to colleagues, to enable the organisation to achieve the best possible outcomes for students. These are exciting and very rewarding roles and we look forward to receiving your application. Yours faithfully Mark Davies Chief Executive Anne Rutherford Executive Headteacher
Advertisement Primary Teaching and Learning Lead Teacher Required for September 2018 Salary: 0.5 FTE at L7 (FAP); 0.5 FTE at L9 (TiLA) Consideration given to full/part-time or job share options Trust in Learning (Academies) seeks applications from outstanding applicants with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role. We are seeking an outstanding teaching practitioner and leader to support the development of practice and primary outcomes at Filton Avenue and across our Trust. This post is an excellent opportunity for a primary specialist who wants to extend their experience to working with a number of schools whilst also retaining a direct role and remit in one school. If you have are an outstanding classroom practitioner and leader this post would enable you to maintain close links with classroom practice whilst developing your own leadership potential. This full time post will be split between 0.5 based at Filton Avenue Primary School and 0.5 working across the Trust s primary provisions. Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. We seek to recruit the very best staff and to ensure that they are fully supported. This is a unique role and a real opportunity to join a dynamic team, both at Filton Avenue, and more widely across our family of schools. It is desirable for the successful candidates to have SATs experience, knowledge and understanding of the Ofsted inspection process, and be able to take a strategic lead on a day-to-day basis responding to the particular needs and context which may range from leading at a strategic level or running a department It is desirable for the successful candidates to have examiner experience, knowledge and understanding of the Ofsted inspection process, and be able to take a strategic lead on a day-to-day basis to respond to the particular needs and context which may range from leading at a strategic level. You will be joining a very ambitious and forward thinking organisation, so we are seeking outstanding candidates who can realise the highest possible quality of services to support our educational vision, strong leadership and effective support to colleagues, to enable the organisation to achieve the best possible outcomes for students. For further information or a discussion about the role please contact Anne Rutherford, Executive Headteacher on 0117 903 0302. Visits to the school are also welcomed as this will showcase just how good an opportunity this is for the right candidate. Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure. Application packs can be downloaded from: www.tilacademies.co.uk Closing date: Monday 14 th May 2018
Who we are Trust in Learning Academies (TiLA) was created in order to improve the educational opportunities and outcomes for pupils and students in areas of disadvantage. As a Multi Academy Trust, TiLA is totally committed to delivering an inclusive approach to education. It is therefore important that TiLA is able to support all schools and communities, but we will always seek to ensure the gaps that exist in learning between disadvantaged children and others are overcome. Our goal is to help create exceptional and distinctive learning communities. At the heart of our belief system is our focus upon learning a commitment to the classroom and the core purpose of education. At TiLA our commitment to the learning process challenges all of our schools and academies to fully endorse the concept of collaborative learning. Just as our commitment to inclusion is a non-negotiable so too is each school s contribution to inter-school learning and the development of a TiLA wide professional learning community. To be part of TiLA is not to be part of a loose collection of schools; rather it is to be a community within a community, a partner within a partnership. TiLA believes whole heartedly in the importance of localism and supports the creation and development of Local Governing Bodies which can effectively support and challenge school leaders and who also understand and respond to the contextual needs of each community. Yet localism does not equal isolationism every Local Governing Body and their leaders will be held to account by a Board and our commitment is to seek a balance between uniformity and uniqueness in TiLA schools uniformity in terms of central structures, services, policies, the alignment of TiLA and school values and vision; but balancing this with the uniqueness and distinctiveness of each school and its community. If we all Trust in Learning then in order to obtain outstanding outcomes in exceptional community focused schools, then we need the very best people and the very best leaders. At TiLA we are committed to recruiting and retaining the most able people into the best jobs. Integral to the growth, expansion and success of TiLA is our ability to develop, manage and retain talented people and leaders. Our guiding principles are therefore to: TRUST in LEARNING TRUST in LEADERSHIP TRUST in LOCAL GOVERNANCE
Our ambition and aspiration is To help support more children and young people by being an outstanding Multi Academy Trust we aim to establish a successful Trust of between 10 and 20 schools To become a partner of choice for schools with similar moral purpose and who would wish to contribute towards an evolving and growing Multi Academy Trust To tackle underachievement and school to school variation of outcomes by promoting and leading on inter school collaboration and learning To establish a Multi Academy Trust of schools from all sectors of education, whose schools are fully inclusive, look to overcome disadvantage and aspire for the very best for all To inspire our staff to become education leaders who will challenge and innovate from the classroom to the boardroom To ensure we target funding to where it makes a difference via central services that will deliver economies of scale and enable us to protect pedagogy and student support Geography Our commitment is to support schools that serve communities in the West of England Our commitment to sharing between our schools is a limiting, but important factor in our planned growth we will look to support schools that lie within an hour and a half travel of Bristol
Filton Avenue Primary School Filton Avenue Primary is a four form entry primary school split over two sites in north Bristol. Lockleaze Road site has three forms of entry and is led by Dan Rodeck as Head of School. Orchard Campus, led by Komilla Datta, has one form of entry and is situated on the site of Orchard School Bristol. Anne Rutherford is the Executive Headteacher. The school has several specialist leaders of education and co-leads a local hub of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is an exciting non class based role with a wealth of opportunities for the right candidate. You will be part of a forward-thinking leadership team comprising both senior leaders and business managers committed to delivering the highest outcomes for all pupils. The successful candidate will play an important role in the future development of the primary school. You will take the lead in developing and implementing teaching and learning initiatives and strategies throughout the school which raise the practice of all members of the teaching and learning staff and therefore improve outcomes for all pupils. You will be encouraged to develop collaborative links with other schools and local teaching school networks. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner delivering at least consistently good and frequently outstanding practice. Well organised. Ability to manage, lead and motivate staff, working collaboratively and effectively with others. Have good communication and interpersonal skills. Have the ability to analyse and interpret data, research and other documentation to inform future practice, expectations and teaching methods.
Job Description Position: Primary Teaching and Learning Lead Teacher Salary: 0.5 at L7 and 0.5 at L9 Reporting to: Chief Executive and Executive Headteacher at Filton Avenue Primary School Overall Purpose of the Post To improve the quality of the learning experience by ensuring that staff learning and development is at the heart of our improvement by: Ensuring the provision of high quality teaching and learning Ensuring high standards and high expectations from students/pupils and staff To help develop a culture of successful evidence based practice within our schools To provide a coaching/mentoring role for teachers and leaders and to model outstanding practice at all times. The post holder will be accountable to: The Chief Executive for cross MAT work (0.5FTE) The Executive Headteacher at Filton Avenue Primary School (0.5FTE) Special Features This job description is for a full time post. It is a full time leadership position focusing upon primary teaching and learning and improving practice across the trust s primary provisions. A proportion (0.5 FTE) of this full time post will be in supporting the MAT more widely whilst the other half will be based in-school at Filton Avenue Primary School. Main Duties and Responsibilities: 1. To undertake the full range of duties and responsibilities as required by the Chief Executive as set out in: a. The School Teachers Pay and Conditions of Service b. Any other duties commensurate to the post title and grade which the Chief Executive may deem appropriate.
Cross MAT work: To provide primary leaders and staff with advice and support to drive the improvement of the quality of teaching and learning across TiLA s family of schools. To develop, launch and drive new initiatives and innovative practice in primary teaching & learning across the Trust. To use data and other information to help assess performance and practice, TiLA wide, to ensure that it is accurate and appropriate to facilitate targeted intervention. To encourage and implement cross MAT understanding of pedagogy and be an advocate for collaborative working and the sharing of effective practice. Support and challenge the learning and teaching within our primary provisions to ensure high quality practice is in place. To actively promote equality of opportunity for all students and staff. To network to identify and disseminate best practice across TiLA and wider. To maintain outstanding teaching practice through research and ensuring you are fully aware of cutting edge/latest thinking To assist in the quality assurance and evaluation of primary practice across the trust and to engage and/or introduce practices which support review and improvement. Filton Avenue Primary School Lead the teaching and learning hub within the school Drive the use of research to support the development of new teaching initiatives and strategies Identify and distribute best practice with the aim of reducing in school variance Support the development of collaborative approaches to teaching and learning within the school and beyond Together with relevant post holders support the induction of staff new to the school and those being trained within the school Work with the Executive Headteacher and other senior leaders to deliver an appropriate programme of professional development for all staff, including quality coaching and mentoring, in line with the school improvement plan and performance management To lead on the development of enrichment activities to enhance teaching and learning, pupil engagement and motivation With the Executive Headteacher and other senior leaders, assist in the processes involved in monitoring, evaluating and challenging the quality of teaching and learning taking place throughout the school, including lesson observations to ensure consistency and quality Participate as required in the selection and appointment of teaching and support staff
Expectations To put pupils and students first in everything you do To be flexible in order to meet the constantly changing demands of the role To be prepared to undertake outreach work on behalf of the Trust in Learning To keep up to date with educational development, strategy and thinking To actively pursue your own professional development To show commitment to the rigorous continuous improvement of schools To demonstrate a positive commitment to working with all stakeholders to improve the performance of our schools Be committed to supporting, helping, and training the very best people in order to ensure the best possible opportunity from all our students To hold a clean driving licence and be able to use your vehicle to drive between our schools on TiLA business.
Person Specification Knowledge, skills and experience requirements for the post Knowledge Essential Desirable Good in depth up to date understanding of the primary curriculum and core subject knowledge Knowledge of current issues facing primary teaching and learning and the challenges facing schools in this area Evidence of leading school and team CPD Evidence of providing CPD in an outreach capacity Experience and knowledge of all areas of the primary sector (EYFS through to KS2) Excellent understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes Good understanding and knowledge of current and new examination and testing specifications/developments Knowledge of Ofsted inspection framework, and Evaluation Schedule Ability to use ASP/Inspection Reports and other data to critically analyse and evaluate school/team/phase performance Ability to provide clear evaluation and strategies for improvement for leadership teams and teachers Knowledge of school monitoring and tracking systems and their role in securing improvement Ability to offer advice on school-based assessments and on examination/test preparation for SATS Able to assess school-based assessments accurately and Having experience of inter school working Experience of external moderation Knowledge and understanding of marking criteria, and using experience of this to support colleagues
identify strategies for improvement Qualifications Essential Desirable Degree in relevant subject Qualified Teacher Status Evidence of involvement in relevant CPD A further degree in relevant subject/area or evidence of further education/study Experience Essential Desirable Experience of leading a subject(s) or primary teams or providing support to a school A track record of successful impact, either as a middle leader or in giving support and challenge to a school Evidence of involvement in transformational change within a school Outreach work / supporting schools in challenging circumstances Skills Essential Desirable To be able to demonstrate high quality outstanding teaching on an on-going basis Willing to teach, and demonstrate teaching, across TiLA schools. Able to deliver bespoke CPD to colleagues and trainees Able to work flexibly and under pressure. Able to provide clear strategies for improvement, following analysis/review of data and/or performance To be able to analyse and review school teams and provide feedback and high quality reports
To be able to develop intervention strategies that brings about rapid improvement Evidence of innovative teaching practices based on current best practice High level interpersonal skills To show confidence when working with Headteachers, senior leaders and teachers To be able to provide resources for teams/teachers Ability to gain professional credibility swiftly with Headteachers and other key colleagues Highly articulate Demonstrable persuasive skills with SLT Develop and deliver resources for test/examination and intervention work Experience of working in one or more areas: KS1 and 2 intervention work whole-school programmes; Overcoming dips following periods of transition Experience of working with national support networks e.g. PIXL
Child Safeguarding Policy The Trust is committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of all of its pupils and students. Each pupil/student s welfare is of paramount importance. The Trust s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy applies to all adults, including volunteers, working in or on behalf of the Trust. The policy can be found on our web site: www.tilacademies.co.uk Our policy applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in our family of schools or academies. The five main elements to our policy are to: ensure we practice safe recruitment in checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children raise awareness of child protection issues and equip children with the skills needed to keep them safe develop and implement procedures for identifying and reporting cases, or suspected cases, of abuse support pupils who have been abused in accordance with the agreed child protection plan establish a safe environment in which children can learn and develop. Safer Recruitment: Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Criminal Records Bureau disclosure. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education s Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance 2015. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult including e.g. volunteers and staff employed by contractors. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.
Explanatory Notes Applications will only be accepted from candidates completing the Trust s Application Form. Please complete ALL sections of the Application Form which are relevant to you as clearly and fully as possible. CVs will not be accepted in place of a completed Application Form. Interview Process After the closing date, short listing will be conducted by a Panel, who will match your skills/experience against the criteria in the Person Specification. You will be selected for interview entirely on the contents of your application form, so please read the Job Description and Person Specification carefully before you complete your form. All candidates invited to interview must bring the following documents: Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK Documentary evidence of identity that will satisfy DBS requirements such as a current driving licence including a photograph and/or a passport and/or a full birth certificate Documentary proof of current name and address (i.e. utility bill, financial statement etc.) Where appropriate any documentation evidencing change of name Documents confirming any educational or professional qualifications that are necessary or relevant for the post Please note that originals of the above are necessary. Photocopies or certified copies are not sufficient. We will seek references on shortlisted candidates for Trust based positions and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview. Any relevant issues arising from references will be taken up at interview. In addition to candidates ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including: Motivation to work with children and young people Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours Attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline
Conditional Offer: Pre-Employment Checks Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon: Verification of right to work in the UK Receipt of at least two satisfactory references (if these have not already been received) Verification of identity checks and qualifications Satisfactory DBS Disclosure Verification of professional status such as QTS Status, NPQH (where required) Satisfactory completion of a Health Assessment Satisfactory completion of the probationary period (where relevant) Where the successful candidate has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years, such checks and confirmations as may be required in accordance with statutory guidance You should be aware that provision of false information is an offence and could result in your application being rejected or summary dismissal if you have been selected, as well as possible referral to the police and/or DBS and/or other relevant investigating bodies.
How to Apply To apply please complete the Trust in Learning (Academies) application form. Your letter of application should address and evidence the selection criteria detailed in the Person Specification. Closing Date: Monday 14 th May 2018 Interviews: Interviews will be held on Monday 21 st May 2018 Applying: Completed application forms may be returned in electronic format to:- canderson@tilacademies.co.uk If you would prefer to submit a paper application form, please return to: Clare Anderson Company Secretary Trust in Learning (Academies) Trust House Teyfant Road Bristol BS13 0RG