Curriculum Leader English
Oasis Academy: Shirley Park
Croydon
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS £27,596 - £43,348 + TLR 2B (FTE) plus Teacher's Pension Scheme
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2019
- Apply by:
- 21 February 2019
Job overview
- We are looking for a 0.8 FTE Curriculum Lead English to join our team at Oasis Academy Shirley Park.
Why you’ll want to join us:
• We are an Outstanding Academy in all areas (OFSTED 2013)
• You will be part of a strong team of established, effective practitioners, who have a track record of achieving outstanding examination results and who have designed a rigorous, academic, knowledge rich curriculum . You’ll be part of the leadership in this team, supporting them to deliver an inspired educational offering to our students.
• We have the highest progress score for KS5/sixth form in Croydon.
• You’ll work in a supportive environment, developing teachers at all stages of their career unqualified, newly qualified and experienced.
• There may be internal opportunities to become learning zone leader.
• You’ll receive genuine support and CPD to develop you and open up career opportunities in the Oasis Community and beyond.
• Assistance with travel costs.
• You’ll be part of a team that believes every child should go to a great school as we work tirelessly to provide the children with an outstanding education.
• You understand education is not solely about excellent examination results but includes much more than that.
• Supportive management who are committed to improving teachers work-life balance.
• You’ll have access to a free confidential counselling service for the times in your life when you need a little extra support.
• You can access free eye tests if designated as a VDU user.
Community is key, Oasis Academy Shirley Park is part of the Oasis Community, we strongly believe in investing in local communities to bring about positive change. As part of the Ashburton Hub alongside Oasis Academy Ryelands and Oasis Arena we strive to communicate well, share ideas and support our local community, as best we can.
Where we are:
We are situated in Shirley a leafy suburb of Croydon bordering Addiscombe We are easily accessed, being within 12 minutes of East Croydon train station by Tram to Woodside tram stop and with ample on site and residential parking.
What we are looking for:
• You are an experienced leader with experience of to support students and staff alike to reach their potential.
• You are as committed to assisting others to learn as the day you decided to become a teacher.
• You will have experience of working with a diverse group of students and employees
• You will share our commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis ethos. Visit our website for more information. Search 'OCL Careers', where you'll find opportunities across Croydon.
About Oasis Community Learning:
Our vision is for community – a place where everyone is included making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential.
This informs our ethos and our nine habits which shape behaviour throughout our academy. You don’t have to be a Christian to join our team, our ethos we are fully inclusive and welcome applications from all sections of the community to deliver our vision of community.
To apply:
To apply for this role visit our recruitment site where you can also download the application pack and email it to us.
If you would like to discuss this role before submitting your application please contact us on: 020 8656 0222
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, we shortlist and interview as suitable applicants are found. This job advert may be closed early should we find our ideal candidate.
Closing Date: 21 February 2019
Oasis Community Learning is and equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have management practices in place which maintain the safety of those we serve. You are expected to share this commitment, openly take part in the management practices and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
We kindly request recruitment or media agencies do not contact us regarding this role.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role’
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.
Oasis Community Learning supports Equal Opportunities Employment.
Oasis Community Learning is a company limited by Guarantee registered in England and Wales no. 5398529.
Attached documents
About Oasis Academy: Shirley Park
About Academy Shirley Park
We are delighted you are thinking of joining Oasis Academy Shirley Park
Oasis Academy Shirley Park is a mixed, non-selective, Christian, 3-19 academy with sixth form, situated in Croydon in London. The secondary school, which opened as an all-through academy in September 2009, has 1,538 students on its roll, 129 of whom are students in the sixth form. The school is sponsored by Oasis Community Learning (OCL), a multi-academy sponsor, which is legally responsible for 47 Oasis Academies.
Principal
Saqib Chaudhri
Values and vision
Oasis Academy Shirley Park’s motto is: ‘Transforming Learning, Transforming Lives, Transforming Communities.’ Central to the ethos of the school is the idea of a rich and balanced educational environment nurturing the whole student - academically, vocationally, socially, morally, spiritually, emotionally and environmentally. The school promotes a balanced, healthy lifestyle, demonstrated through policies regarding Academy meals, involvement in sporting activities and ecological building design.
Oasis Academy Shirley Park’s goal is to raise aspirations, unlock students’ potential and work towards achieving excellence through encouraging a ‘can do’ culture which nurtures confident and competent people. It believes this can be achieved through high-quality facilities, outstanding staff, clear leadership, a positive, affirming environment, and a partnership between students, parents/carers and the Academy. Parents and carers are positively engaged in supporting their children.
Ofsted
“Students’ achievements are outstanding. Regardless of their starting points, all groups make exceptional progress to exceed the national average greatly by the end of Year 11. Teaching is outstanding because staff are highly committed to ensuring that their students fulfil their potential. They have very high expectations of the students and successfully challenge, nurture and support them at every stage in their studies. Outstanding leadership and governance, especially from the inspirational principal, ensure that the academy makes rapid progress and meets its challenging targets.”
View Oasis Academy Shirley Park’s latest Ofsted report
What we offer:
- You'll be part of a friendly team which has worked together for several years
- You'll have access to shared resources available for curriculum at every key stage.
- Outstanding progress at both Key stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
- We are engaged with current developments in curriculum and pedagogy.
- We have the highest progress score for KS5/sixth form in Croydon.
- We have positive progress scores for KS4 and KS5.
- There is a real opportunity to make an impact.
- You’ll receive genuine support and CPD to develop you and open up career opportunities in the Oasis Community and beyond.
- You’ll be part of a team that believes every child should go to a great school as we work tirelessly to provide the children with an outstanding education.
- You understand education is not solely about excellent examination results but includes much more than that.
- You’ll have supportive management who are committed to improving teachers work-life balance.
- You’ll have access to a free confidential counselling service for the times in your life when you need a little extra support.
- You can access free eye tests.
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