About the job

Job Advert

 

DSLV E-ACT Secondary Academy is looking to recruit a Second in English with proven track records of delivering high standards in educational for pupils.

 

We are interested to hear from a Second in English who shares the same vision of ‘opening minds, opening doors’ for all our pupils. As part of E-ACT, we are passionate about ensuring all pupils are educated to a high standard and experience outstanding opportunities, no matter their background.

 

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a similar setting with the ability to demonstrate how their skills have made a difference in pupil achievement and staff development. Our Second in English needs to be dynamic and driven to achieve high standards for our Academy, not only for our pupils and staff, but for our parents and local community.

 

DSLV E-ACT Secondary Academy Is a Truly Inspirational All Through School To Be Part Of, With Phenomenal Staff And Pupils. They Need a Second In English Who Can Now Take Them On The Rest Of The Journey To Outstanding So The Successful Candidates Will:

 

Teaching

 

Inspire and motivate others 

Provide strong, professional, compassionate teaching 

Think and plan strategically 

Promote and facilitate high quality teaching and learning which aims to ensure all pupils fulfil their potential 

Maintain and develop the supportive culture of the staff team 

 

Stakeholder engagement 

 

Involve parents in their child’s educational journey 

Build on the positive relationship s with the local community and work tirelessly to maintain the excellent reputation of the school and the high regard in which it is held 

 

Experience 

 

An exceptional record of being a Second in English, or thinking of taking the next step

Promote high standards of behaviour based on fairness and mutual respect 

Have significant experience of teaching

Skills and experience to establish high standards of teaching 

Knowledge and expertise to build on established processes and systems 

 

Closing date for applications: 12.12.2023

 

We are holding open sessions where you are welcome to come and see the Academy. Please contact [email protected] to arrange a viewing.

 

Our Academy

 

An ambitious, all-through academy for three to 19 year olds in Daventry, Northamptonshire. We set no limits on learning and our pupils are challenged to reach their full potential.

 

 Come join our team

 

Quite Aside From The Opportunity To Work With Pupils Whose Energy, Creativity And Enthusiasm Never Fail To Inspire, Our Academy Is:

 

 Ofsted good/outstanding rated, recognised for helping pupils to progress from often low starting points.

 Committed to teacher development through E-ACT’s professional learning program in partnership with leading training providers such as Ambition School Leadership.

 Leading the way in youth mental health through our very own Mental Health First Aid programme - we aim to train every teacher as a mental health first aider.

 A leader in the education sector for outstanding employee bene fits including a generous maternity policy and opportunities for flexible working.

 

A great place to live and work

 

A historic market town in Northamptonshire, Daventry is home to two E-ACT academies in Parker E-ACT Academy and DSLV. There is plenty to keep residents occupied including the popular Daventry Country Park and reservoir for those interested in countryside walks and picturesque cycling paths.

 

Part of the E-ACT family

 

We are an E-ACT academy and proud to be part of a community that includes over 18,000 pupils and 2,300 teaching and non-teaching professionals across the country.

 

E-ACT multi-academy trust is responsible for 28 academies across the length and breadth of England.

 

Our academies can collaborate and share ideas with one another in ways that schools may not be able to. Most importantly, we all feel part of

 

something much bigger as our responsibilities go far beyond the four walls of a single academy, and extend to people and their communities across the country.

 

We are always on the lookout for dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic people so we can continue to give every one of our pupils the opportunity to explore, solve, create and achieve.

 

In return we offer the chance to work with amazing people and inspirational pupils, as well as a great salary and sector -leading work -life balance arrangements.

 

Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

 

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.

 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Safeguarding Information

 

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

 

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Qualifications

 

Qualification Title Grade

 

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalent

 

Essential

 

Qualified Teacher Status

 

Essential

 

Degree in a relevant subject

 

Essential

 

Skills

 

Relevant Experience

 

Proven success in improving student outcomes

 

Essential

 

Proven successful mentoring/coaching of colleagues

 

Relevant Skills

 

Ability to assess and record the progress of students’ learning

 

Experience/Knowledge

 

Knowledge of current education legislation, Ofsted framework and best practice

 

Essential

 

Knowledge of a creative range of pedagogic approaches to delivering your subject

 

Essential

 

Evidence of continuous professional development

 

Abilities, Skills And Knowledge

 

Ability to support staff and students in maintaining high standards

 

Essential

 

Support the work of colleagues and promote staff development and well being, with an understanding of its relevance to performance management

 

Essential

 

Personal Attributes

 

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students

 

Essential

 

Ability to work effectively within a team environment