Additional Information
Contract Type: Apprentice Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Unqualified 1The Role
Principal: Ms J Schofield | Required: September 2025 | Maths Pilot Apprentice Classroom Teacher | Fixed Term Dependent on Course | Unqualified 1, Actual Salary (£21,731)
The Discovery Academy is delighted to advertise an excellent teacher apprenticeship opportunity within our highly successful and well established Mathematics faculty.
The successful applicant will have one-to-one support from both school-based-subject and university mentors, whilst working alongside experienced practitioners within the Academy and across our Trust. Here at The Discovery Academy, there are many exciting future career opportunities available once qualified teacher status (QTS) has been achieved.
Our Purpose
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.
Why Discovery?
The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent. It boasts a £21 million building with world class facilities, including extensive sport and recreation areas. The building design has a
faculty-based organisation in which subject areas are co-located to foster collaboration and project-based learning opportunities. There are an extensive range of vocational and academic facilities across the Academy.
The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. 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 Benefits of Working for Our Trust
The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 28.68%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 30% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported.
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.
We’re Disability Confident!
Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk to discuss.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
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.
How to Apply
We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child’s life and inspire others.
We want a community that thrives on Ambition, Respect and Resilience in a culture of belonging.
If you have these qualities and want to be part of our team, please come and join us. 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.
If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit their application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our HR/Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk
Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.
Closing Date for this Post: Monday 16th December 2024 at 9:00am
Interview Date: January 2025
Qualifications
Qualification Title | Grade | |
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A good standard of education and relevant experience |
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Achieved Grade 4, above or equivalent in GCSE Mathematics and English |
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Skills
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Training and experience across the secondary phase in specialised subject area. |
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Experience in the practical application of learning. |
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Proven effectiveness as a teacher. |
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Experience of successful management of change. |
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Personal Attributes | |
Ability to work under pressure and be flexible. |
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Ability to work to agreed targets and deadlines. |
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Good organisational skills. |
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Commitment to equal opportunities policies. |
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High expectations personally for students and staff. |
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Ability to lead and motivate staff and students. |
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Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
Strong awareness of Health and Safety issues. |
Desirable
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Ability to take risks. |
Desirable
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A self-starter with vision and imagination. |
Desirable
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Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. |
Essential
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Knowledge of assessment across vocational and G.C.S. E. Specialist subject(s). |
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Evidence of successfully implementing strategies for raising standards. |
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Ability in understanding of good assessment and its implications for planning and teaching. |
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Ability to support teaching across the Academy. |
Essential
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Qualifications | |
A good standard of education / relevant experience |
Essential
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Achieved Grade 4, above or equivalent in GCSE Mathematics and English |
Essential
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Safeguarding Information
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.
Please note, in order to comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, we are unable to accept CV’s. You must include all details within your profile and personal statement.
Discovery Academy
Discovery Drive
Bentilee
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST2 0GA
Recruitment
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