Teacher of History | The Discovery Academy | Job Ref: SCH-AIAT-0023

Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: As Soon As Possible or Easter | Teacher of History| Actual Salary MPS/UPS (£30,000 - £46,525) | Applications from considered for ECT or experienced teachers with both a primary and secondary background.

The Discovery Academy The Discovery Academy is one of the largest and most successful secondary Academies in the region with over 1,400 students. Due to our size and continuing growth strategy we are able to provide innovative opportunities to seek, develop and nurture talent.

As a teacher at Alpha Academies Trust you would have an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative transition project from September.

Our creative approach to education means we are seeking to appoint teachers who are ambitious, creative, and passionate about education. 

Applicants would have the opportunity to teach pupils across all phases, supporting transition from KS2/3 and KS4. 

We welcome applicants from both Primary and Secondary should you wish to focus on teaching in KS3.

There will also be opportunities for CPD, working with colleagues in the department, across the Academy and wider Trust. Applicants will be committed to the highest standards of achievement and will be an ambitious Humanities teacher.

At the Discovery Academy our purpose is that we are committed to "delivering ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success". As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment.

The Academy boasts outstanding facilities, a state-of-the-art learning environment and was judged ‘Good’ following an inspection by Ofsted in January 2019. Our growth programme includes a £4.5 million additional teaching facility. The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, three Primary Schools and a Central Office team. The Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority.

The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and 30% at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and Cyclescheme. Annual leave entitlement starts from 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services.

Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications.

The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. Please note, references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

If you feel that the position is of an interest, you have the right experience and skills and are ready for fresh challenges, then we would love to hear from you. To apply, simply click on the 'Apply Now' button located at the top of this page, directing you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal. 

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Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.  

Closing Date for this Post: Monday 5th February 2024 at 9:00am

Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 5th February 2024