Assistant Subject Leader of English
Abraham Guest Academy
Wigan
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS + TLR 2B
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2015
- Apply by:
- 24 April 2015
Job overview
Abraham Guest Academy is a co-educational 11-16 Academy with an excellent reputation within the local community. The school currently has 887 pupils on roll. Abraham Guest is an Academy sponsored by Winstanley College. Together we are raising expectations and success.
Due to the promotion of the postholder to Subject Leader of English. Applications are invited from successful/aspiring assistant subject leaders who can demonstrate the ability to:
- enable pupils to achieve the highest possible standards
- work motivationally within a team of staff
- raise attainment in English at all levels
- inspire students to love the subject through outstanding teaching
- work effectively with staff, parents and the community
This post offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a vision to inspire staff and students in a 21st century learning environment. A recruitment and retention allowance is available for the candidate.
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and equality of opportunity for all and expects all staff to share this commitment.
The post is subject to enhanced disclosure procedures.
Information packs and application forms are available from Mr P Bousfield, Principal or by visiting www.abrahamguestacademy.com
Closing Date; Friday, 24 April 2014 (noon)
Abraham Guest Academy
Greenhey
Orrell
Wigan
WN5 0DQ
Email: enquiries@abrahamguestacademy.com
Website: www.abrahamguestacademy.com
About Abraham Guest Academy
Abraham Guest Academy is a mainstream, state-academy, co-educational, non-denominational, secondary school for children aged 11-16. It is situated in Wigan in Lancashire and there are 806 pupils on its roll.
The school is sponsored by Winstanley Sixth Form College, a partnership which has co-existed since 2010.
Principal
Mr P.R. Bousfield
Values and vision
Abraham Guest Academy believes that everyone can achieve and that learning can be exciting and fulfilling. It endeavours to promote a ‘can do’ attitude of ‘make your best better’ and it believes in cultivating a culture of learning for all.
The Academy claims to be a place where young people can feel safe and where they can reach the high expectations it believes in. The Academy’s main focus is to raise aspiration for all students in an exciting learning environment.
Ofsted
“The leadership of mathematics has been greatly strengthened. n Members of the governing body provide strong and decisive leadership and effective challenge to school leaders. The leadership and management of teaching, learning and behaviour is highly effective. Pupils feel safe at school and high-quality care is provided particularly for those whose circumstances may make them vulnerable. The curriculum has been adapted well for pupils who need extra help with behaviour, social and emotional skills. The new ‘Engagement Centre’ is supporting pupils’ motivation and learning.”
View Abraham Guest Academy’s Ofsted report
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