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121 English and Maths Tutors

121 English and Maths Tutors

Kirk Balk Academy

Barnsley

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Salary:
Salary £25 per hour for those with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent or £15 per hour for non QTS
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2019
Apply by:
16 July 2019

Job overview

JOB ADVERT – 121 Maths and English Tutor(s) 

Required for September 2019

Approximately 15 hours per week – Flexible working arrangement between 11:30am and 2:30pm

Salary £25 per hour for those with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent or £15 per hour for non QTS

We would like to present you with a truly exceptional opportunity to join our highly performing English and Maths departments. 

We are looking to appoint a colleague who will: 

• Motivate, challenge and inspire students within the English or Maths  department to be the best that they can be; 

• Be committed to raising the achievement of every student; 

• Have high expectations and be committed to the academy ethos and vision; 

• Be enthusiastic, resourceful and keen to ensure that the highest possible standards of student achievement, personal development and well-being are achieved. 


We welcome applications from people who:

• Hold qualified teacher status, or are a qualified HE or FE teacher; or

• Are able to demonstrate a track record of effective teaching; or

• Have subject specific knowledge of Maths or English at key stage 4


What you can expect from us: 

• Friendly and supportive colleagues who go the extra mile in a well-resourced department. 

• An opportunity to work with youngsters who are keen to be the best they can be. Northern Education Trust Kirk Balk Academy offers the successful candidate a passionate commitment to professional learning that places individual development at the heart of its ethos. You will also benefit from opportunities to learn as part of a dynamic, forward-facing team with an outstanding track record in school improvement. 

The Academy has the significant benefits of a new build which was officially opened in April 2011 and offers exciting and innovative opportunities to students and staff. We strongly recommend visiting our inspirational campus. 

This could be your opportunity to make a significant and measurable difference in improving the educational attainment of the children and young people in this community. 

Application forms and further details are available from: kirkbalkhr@northerneducationtrust.org or the website kba.northerneducationtrust.org 

Completed application forms and covering letters should be sent to: kirkbalkhr@northerneducationtrust.org 

Please note that we do not accept CV’s - applicants must submit a KBA application form. 

Closing date: Tuesday 16th July at 9am 

Interviews are likely to take place on: Thursday 18th July 

Informal visits are available. Please contact Michelle Pedler using the details above.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for the successful applicant. 


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About Kirk Balk Academy

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Welcome from the Principal

I am both incredibly proud and profoundly delighted to be able to offer you a warm welcome to Northern Education Trust, Kirk Balk Academy.

We know that the site is the first point of call for many people new to the academy and a regular destination for those who work with us more closely. As a consequence, we want this to be a friendly and informative site which gives visitors detailed information about us in an appealing, interesting and exciting way. We also hope the site keeps you up to date with the latest news and events from the academy.

We are unashamedly focused on the educational outcomes of our students and deem that our students deserve to achieve the very best grades that they are capable of. We believe that this is the whole point of running a great school and we are exceedingly proud that we achieve this by taking a truly child centred approach. Our students are the most important people in our building!

We are keen for everyone to understand our vision:

“We constantly focus on standards as we understand outcomes are paramount. Our decision making is driven entirely by what is best for children. By doing this we enhance the life chances of the children and young people in our care.”

In addition to the core business, there are also countless opportunities to learn, develop, make new friends and have fun through extra-curricular activities. We have a strong sporting ethos, and there are many different sports offered throughout the year. In addition to this, we offer extra-curricular opportunities in drama, music, dance, and many other areas. There are countless trips, outings and charity events too, via our well-developed House System.

I hope you already share or will come to share, my belief that Kirk Balk is an exceptional place to attend as a student or to work in as an adult. I feel extremely privileged to be the Principal here and hope our website will help you to find out more about us.

Dean Buckley
Principal at Kirk Balk Academy 


On behalf of the Northern Education Trust Board, welcome to Northern Education Trust Kirk Balk Academy.

We are unswerving in our commitment to ensure that the outcomes our young people secure prepare them fully for life beyond school. Our Academies are happy and thriving communities where children both achieve and feel safe and cared for. As an inclusive Trust, we strive to help young people overcome any barrier to learning.

We are a caring employer and invest heavily in professional development, allowing our staff opportunities to take the next steps in their career. We hope you find our website holds all the information you need to believe that whether you are a parent or prospective employee, your next steps should be taken with us.

Rob Tarn
Chief Executive 

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