Lead Practitioner in English
Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Bexley
- Expired
- Salary:
- Teachers Main Scale 6 Level dependent on relevant experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- January 2015
- Apply by:
- 13 October 2014
Job overview
Having earned a reputation for practical innovation and for our commitment to unlocking the potential of every pupil at every stage in their education, we are now preparing to embark on the next phase of our development here at Crayford Academy as we begin Post 16 entry in September 2015. In this role you will be instrumental in preparing the English department, working to maximise A Level uptake in 2015.
English at HACA is a dynamic and vibrant subject at the heart of the high quality education we provide to our pupils. With our first cohort sitting their public examinations in 2015, an outstanding 89% of our borderline pupils have already achieved A-C in GCSE English. We are anticipating similar levels of progress and attainment from the whole cohort next summer. Due to a maternity cover, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced practitioner to help lead this team through to GCSE success. At KS3 our pupils are attaining levels significantly above the national average, enhanced by our thriving enrichment programme. We are seeking to recruit an individual who shares our expectations for accelerated progress and high attainment.
If you are interested in being part of the leadership of this thriving department as we develop the new curriculum across all key stages, we look forward to receiving your application and meeting you.
Please apply online via our website www.haaf.org.uk/vacancies3 or contact Susan Louch on 01322 402180 ext. 5725 or email: s.louch@haaf.org.uk for a paper application.
Closing date: Monday 13th October.
Interviews: Thursday 16th October.
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About Haberdashers' Crayford Academy
Haberdashers’ Academies Trust South is a Multi-Academy Trust of nine schools, (four secondary and five primary). These are currently organised as four ‘clusters with sites in Southwark, London New Cross, London, Bromley, Kent and Bexley, Kent.
We provide targeted support and a broad education to enable each and every one of our students to reach their full potential and to grow into well-rounded members of our community and aim to ensure all the children and young people who come to our schools:
- Are happy and safe at school and are able to learn successfully within a supportive environment
- Are able to achieve their full potential personally, academically and socially.
- Develop and grow as independent, resourceful and resilient individuals.
- Are equipped with the skills, qualifications and love of learning they will need to be successful in the world they will join as adults.
At Crayford Academy, education and excellence go hand in hand. Our dedicated team are committed to providing a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our pupils that is safe and supportive too. We strive to create a culture of curiosity, creativity and critical thinking that prepares our students for success in their futures whatever they may be.
Our state-of-the-art facilities provide endless opportunities for exploration and discovery, while our diverse range of extracurricular activities and clubs allow our pupils to pursue their passions and develop their talents to the fullest.
Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do. Our pastoral team give individualised attention and teaching staff give personalised learning plans, we work closely with each student to help them reach their full potential. We foster a positive and inclusive community where all students feel valued and respected. Our School was inspected by OFSTED in December 2022 with inspectors stating “Pupils are part of a strong and inclusive community. They meet the high expectations placed on them and have positive attitudes to learning”. OFSTED graded our school “GOOD” in all areas, you can read the full report here
We are proud of the achievements of our pupils and the impact they make in the world. Our most recent GCSE results place us in the top 20% of schools nationally, we are oversubscribed in year 7 and our 6th form continues to grow. Our pupils leave Crayford Academy with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.
Here at Crayford Academy, we believe that every student has the potential to achieve great things, we are “shaping futures” daily. Join us on this journey of discovery, and see for yourself the exciting and dynamic learning experience we offer.
In return, we can offer you an enhanced salary package which is not only higher than the national average, but also exceeds that of other Bexley Schools, making us a financially rewarding place to work.
For further information about the school please go to www.habscrayford.org.uk
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