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Leader of Learning - Key Stage 1 - Full-time

Whinless Down Academy Trust

  • Ref:KCC-F77-1-L
  • Posted:07/05/2021
  • Pay:Leading Practitioner
  • Start Date:September 2021
  • App Close Date:20/05/2021 at 13:00
  • Interviews:27th May 2021

Advert

The Whinless Down Academy Trust are seeking to appoint an outstanding Leader of Learning for Key Stage 1 across the schools within The Trust. This position is non-classed based for a lead practitioner to deliver outstanding lessons, inspire and support the development of colleagues and secure outstanding outcomes for all pupils. However, if needed some cover maybe required.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that:

  • You are able to lead and support staff to ensure at least good teaching
  • You can engage and inspire pupils, set high expectations
  • You have the ability and drive to raise standards and provide evidence of this
  • You are excited by thinking innovatively and working as part of an effective team and confident to embrace change

You will be:

  • Supported by The Trustees, the Executive Headteacher and all colleagues to enable you to be the best you can be.
  • Warmly greeted by our pupils and parents alike.
  • Provided with comprehensive CPD opportunities
  • Integral to the Senior Leadership Teams across the schools
  • Working in close collaboration with the Key Stage 2 Leader of Learning

You are welcome to contact us to book a tour of one of our schools, we would be happy to show you around. 

Information about the trust

The Whinless Down Academy Trust aims to provide excellent opportunities for local children, in local schools, run by local people. It is a primary school only Trust, based in Dover, Kent, comprising of Vale View, Priory Fields and St Martin's. Collaborative working is integral to our trust approach, and we continue to support and learn from each other.

We have a friendly and supportive team who work in close collaboration across the Trust to secure best outcomes for children through an exciting and engaging curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of our pupils. We actively work to develop all our staff and offer a comprehensive programme of professional development for staff at all levels and in all roles - fulfilling out true belief that learning changes lives.

The safeguarding of our children is of paramount importance, and we are rigorous in our recruitment procedures. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS Enhanced check, and references will be pursued. Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Katie Banes
  • Address:Priory Fields School,
    Astor Avenue,
    Dover,
    Kent,
    CT17 0FS
  • Telephone: 01304 211543
  • Email: sbm@prioryfields.kent.sch.uk

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Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.