ECT/NQT for Early Years - Full-time

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Pay: MPS

Start Date: September 2021

Due to increased pupil numbers The Stour Academy Trust are looking to recruit a vibrant and enthusiastic ECT (NQT) for our extra Early Years class starting in September 2021.

This is a great time to join Richmond as the school is undergoing an enriching transformation under the ‘strong and inspirational leadership’ of The Stour Academy Trust. The school are on a mission to revolutionising teaching and learning for the 21st century using technology and Microsoft Office 365. Feel free to call the Headteacher to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

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Inspected by Ofsted in February 2019, the effective leadership was highlighted, “The headteacher has brought stability and a renewed sense of ambition to the school. She has won the confidence of staff, pupils and many parents with her clarity of vision and openness.”

Our support given to our teachers, including NQTs was also emphasised by Ofsted:

“Leaders provide effective support for teachers, many of whom are new to the school and the profession. Teachers are proud to work in the school and benefit from high quality training.”

“Teachers, almost all of whom started at the school in September 2018, and some of whom are new to the profession, are proud to work at the school. They feel well supported by leaders, who they believe care for their well-being. One member of staff who responded to Ofsted’s online survey wrote, ’The leadership team are endlessly supportive and treat staff with respect. They have put in place an excellent work-life balance and always make time for their staff.’

“The school and trust provide time and opportunities for teachers to update their skills. For example, teachers moderate their assessment of pupils’ work with colleagues from other trust schools and benefit from training sessions led by experts from a local university.”

We Can Offer All Successful Applicants

• An ipad to support teaching and learning
• A permanent contract
• Opportunity to move to other schools within the Trust
• Full induction process
• Ever evolving work-life balance package – including staff being able to take their PPA time at home (1 full day every fortnight).
• Support from a network of experienced teachers
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Support from experienced mentor
• Frequent opportunities to observe best practice from other teachers within the trus
• Clearly focused training schedule

Our school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note that references will be requested prior to interview, at least one reference must be from your most recent employer.

Candidates who are invited for interview will be required to bring with them photo ID (either a valid driving licence or passport)

Closing Date: 23/06/2021 at 10:00

Interviews: wb 5 July (subject to reference being returned)

Information about the school

Richmond Academy is a large 2 form entry Primary School in Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey. The school is undergoing an enriching transformation under the ‘strong and inspirational leadership’ of The Stour Academy Trust. The school was recently inspected by Ofsted (February 2019) where it was highlighted that "Officers and trustees of The Stour Academy Trust have high expectations and are relentless in securing the necessary improvements. They are systematically reversing past weaknesses and creating a culture of achievement in the school."

Working in a collaborative model, Richmond Academy is part of the Swale Hub of the Trust, joining two further Swale schools, Thistle Hill Academy and Lansdowne Primary School. All Academies in the Trust share the same core values and ethos; raise standards and address under performance whilst making sure that the children are at the heart of every decision. Through the effective use of Hubs, the Trust’s aim and ambition is to create a network of outstanding schools that thrive through collaboration and interaction.

The recent Ofsted report also highlighted,“The headteacher has brought stability and a renewed sense of ambition to the school. She has won the confidence of staff, pupils and many parents with her clarity of vision and openness.”

Join a supportive and collaborative network of staff at The Stour Academy Trust.

We Can Offer All Successful Applicants

• Opportunity to move to other schools within the Trust
• Full induction process
• Ever evolving work-life balance package
• Support from a network of experienced staff
• Excellent career development opportunities

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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