Head of Learning Character
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 2 July 2017
Job overview
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Become part of the success story
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is an oversubscribed and thriving Church of England
School, rated ‘Good with Outstanding features’ (June 2013). There are exciting opportunities to be involved in improving the lives of future generations of students and the community in Bournemouth.
We currently have the following vacancies and welcome applications from prospective new staff prepared to share in the experience of school improvement.
Head of Learning Character
September or Immediate Start – Term Time Only
Salary Scale Point: 24-26 (dependent on experience)
FTE: £21,962-£23,398 (this will be pro-rated in line with Academy terms & conditions)
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is an oversubscribed and thriving Church of England School, recognised by Ofsted as ‘Improving the life chances of all our pupils’ (May 2017). There are exciting opportunities to join our motivated and ambitious team driven by the mantra of high expectations – no excuses.
We are looking for an exceptional and inspirational Head of Learning Character. This person will not only lead on Behaviour but be integral in further developing the Learning Character of the Academy.
The salary we are offering is far higher than a job like this would normally pay. This is because we want someone who is outstanding.
We are looking for a person who believes in a strong, ‘tough love’ approach to discipline and that you understand the importance of fostering a growth mindset with pupils.
If you expect high standards, offer no excuses and believe strongly that children should be respectful and self-disciplined at all times then this may be the role for you.
The role is suitable for a determined and resilient individual who believes that a culture of excellent behaviour for learning and respect is vital to the progress of our pupils and key to maximizing their life chances.
Academy information
We are proud of our unique Christian ethos and links with the local church communities. We welcome applications from prospective new staff prepared to share in the experience of school improvement.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be undertaken of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks.
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit The Academy. For an application pack please email Francesca Welsh, HR at francesca.welsh@tbowa.org, addressing your covering letter to Mr Paul McKeown, Principal.
Closing Date: 3rd July 2017
Interviews: As close to closing date as possible
Attached documents
About The Bishop of Winchester Academy
The Bishop of Winchester Academy, based in Bournemouth, Dorset, is a Church of England secondary school that prides itself on its curriculum, governance and outstanding student behaviour. Students aged 11-18 experience teaching in new state-of-the-art buildings and have first-class resources at their fingertips. The school operates in an area where there are schools that select for entry on grounds of ability.
The mixed secondary school was opened in September 2010 as a sponsor-led academy. In September 2014, the Bishop of Winchester Academy extended its educational opportunities by opening its own sixth form.
Headteacher
Paul McKeown
Values and vision
The Bishop of Winchester Academy encourages its students to become independent learners, taking responsibility for their own education. This inspires personal confidence and pride in their accomplishments. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and community culture.
The secondary school has excellent facilities and strong Christian values. Students of others faiths and none are also welcomed into the school community.
Ofsted report
“The outstanding curriculum has a significant impact on increasing students’ attendance and enjoyment of learning and on the improvements in their achievement.”
“Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development permeates the life of the academy.”
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