Teacher of Business Studies (Unqualified/Qualified) - Full-time

Folkestone Academy, Folkestone

• Ref:KCC886-4020-527T
• Posted:06/06/2023
• Pay:UNQ MPS/MPS/UPS depending upon experience
• Start Date:September 20223
• App Close Date:20/06/2023 at 12:00
• Interviews:To be confirmed

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Folkestone Academy is seeking to recruit a dynamic and motivated Teacher of Business Studies to join our team. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic practitioner who will be committed to delivering engaging lessons to our students. We will consider applicants who do not yet have qualified teacher status (QTS) and training routes will be available for the right candidate.

As a faculty we are committed to supporting our students in becoming confident in their ability, with a sense of purpose and a vision for their futures. We want all of our students to be successful, achieving qualifications that prepare them to succeed in their ambitions so that the Academy is a place where all children thrive and knowledge matters.

The Folkestone Academy community strongly believes that its purpose is to serve the young people of the local coastal community with a powerful education.

We are unashamedly ambitious for what every child in our care can achieve. As such, our high standards of behaviour ensure that our teachers are free to focus on creating and delivering the very best lessons. This role provides an exciting opportunity to help shape our curriculum and provision throughout our school.

Turner schools are proud of their innovation in research-informed teaching, leadership development and ongoing curricular improvement and our partnerships with organisations such as Leadership Matters and Ambition Institute mean we can offer extensive, bespoke development opportunities which we encourage all of our leaders to embrace. 

The successful candidate will....

• be dedicated to improving pupils’ progress and raising attainment at Folkestone Academy, sharing effective practice with colleagues
• have some experience of success in raising standards and developing others
• have an understanding of current pedagogical research particularly with regards to mathematics teaching 
• a mindset to always lead by example: in the classroom; supporting and developing others, and promoting our Trust values

In return, Turner Schools can offer...

• a strong ethos and culture that promotes the belief that all pupils can achieve
• calm and purposeful learning environments, with high pupil behaviour expectations
• a warm and welcoming team of teachers and associate staff
• manageable workload through sensible and efficient policies
• personalised coaching and CPD programmes alongside an investment in your career and development through financing Masters qualifications, training courses and conferences as requested
• a Trust which takes student and faculty welfare seriously
• Private healthcare from Benenden Health providing access to healthcare services such as Medical Diagnostics, Medical Treatment and Surgery, Physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and Mental Health helplines.
• a genuine opportunity to make a difference by being part of the exciting Trust vision.

Come and join us to be a part of our journey.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a successful candidate is found.

Information about the school

At Folkestone Academy we foster an environment where students value their education and enjoy their learning and feel inspired to develop their true passions. We offer traditional academic subjects alongside creative arts, sports and a vibrant extra-curricular. We want our pupils to find their talents and be the best they can be.

We believe our purpose is to provide the young people we serve with a powerful education. This education will foster ambitious students who have the confidence to succeed academically and to go on to live fulfilled, successful lives.

We believe that a knowledge-led curriculum delivered by research-engaged, dedicated practitioners is the catalyst necessary to achieve this purpose. Essential to this purpose is our shared commitment to our values.

Folkestone Academy is part of Turner Schools, which is committed to giving a powerful education to local families through schools where children thrive and knowledge matters. Turner Schools is committed to ensuring success without selection for our pupils and students by teaching them the core knowledge and life skills they need to thrive in the modern world. Turner Schools is committed to leading schools where children thrive and knowledge matters.

Our mission is to set a new standard in non-selective education, empowering our pupils and students with cultural capital. In this way we will contribute to the regeneration of the region; we call this mission ‘sea-change’.

Turner Schools, is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with eight schools in Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone:-

• Chartham Primary School

• Dover Christ Church Academy

• Folkestone Primary

• Folkestone Academy

• Morehall Primary

• Martello Primary

• St Stephens Infant School

• Turner Free School

We provide education through pre-school, primary, secondary and on to sixth form. Each academy is individual and responds to the needs of its local community to provide the best possible opportunity for its young people. We promote high academic standards, while ensuring crucial opportunities for personal and emotional development.

Turner Schools is committed to Transforming children’s futures…Empowering children’s futures…Strengthening communities.

To help us achieve this Turner Staff ‘Walk the Turner Talk’

They will:

• Speak and act with care: always show compassion and respect for children.

• Act boldly: be ambitious for yourself and the children and young people we serve.

• Learn from adversity: be evaluative, thoughtful and reflective.

• Challenge convention: be curious, welcome difference and unfamiliar thinking.

• Connect with others: support colleagues, parents and pupils to make a great team.

• Use your voice: offer different views and ask questions.

• Do what it takes: be relentless in pursuing the best for children.

• Ask for support: be open and honest when plans go awry.

• Don’t give up: be calm, resilient and measured when managing challenges.

Turner Schools is committed to giving a powerful education to local families through schools where children thrive and knowledge matters. Turner Schools is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to thorough recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and an on-line search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available on line.Two references are required prior to commencement of employment.

Turner Schools is committed to treating all people equally and with respect, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or social economic background. We therefore welcome applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds as we are dedicated to creating and sustaining a workplace that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils.

We would welcome applicants to visit the school prior to application to experience the culture and ethos. Please contact HR@TurnerSchools.com if you would like to arrange a tour.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Caroline Dominguez
• Address:Academy Lane, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5FP
• Telephone: 01303 842433
• Email: hr@turnerschools.com