KS2 to KS3 Transition Teacher
Sharples School
Bolton
- Expired
- Salary:
- £ 22,917 to £38,633
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2018
- Apply by:
- 29 January 2018
Job overview
Secondary School of the Year 2017 – Bolton News
Progress 8 score 0.32
‘This is a good school’ – Ofsted
Do you want to be part of the Sharples’ success story?
Sharples School Multi-Academy Trust is a Group 6, 11-16 mixed comprehensive with 850 pupils on roll, situated in the North of Bolton in pleasant surroundings. The school provides stimulating and innovative opportunities for learning, transforming the aspirations and educational outcomes for all students and the local community. Sharples was judged ‘Good’ at its last inspection in 2013, with areas of outstanding practice.
Sharples School is looking to appoint a dynamic, committed and enthusiastic teacher to support the transition of our pupils from Year 6 into 7 specialising in English with some mathematics. This an exciting new position which aims to bridge the gap between primary and secondary school to support the progress of Year 7 pupils by giving them a ‘flying start’ to secondary education.
We are keen to appoint individuals with a positive outlook and a proactive attitude – colleagues who enrich the lives of the learners and staff with whom they work. We place great store on leadership development at all levels and offer a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their leadership potential within and beyond Sharples School.
This post would suit an experienced KS2 teacher with experience in Year 5 and Year 6 teaching, and involves teaching English and literacy and some mathematics and numeracy to Year 7 pupils to ensure their smooth transition into the school. It may also include teaching small Year 8 groups.
To apply for this post, download the school application form which should be completed in full and submitted with a letter of application outlining how you meet the requirements of the post. This should be no more than two sides of A4, point 10, and send by e-mail to recruitment@sharplesschool.co.uk no later than 9:00 am on Monday 29th January, 2018.
Sharples School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the disclosure and barring service. The school operates the local authority no smoking policy and is a no smoking site.
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About Sharples School
Sharples School is an over-subscribed, 11-16 mixed comprehensive with 1,200 pupils on roll. It is situated in the North of Bolton in pleasant surroundings. The school motto is ‘Learn. Dream. Achieve.’ This underpins everything that we do in our vibrant and aspirational learning community. Please see our 'Team Sharples' video below.
Headteacher
Ms. Ann Webster
Values and Vision
Sharples School takes great pride in the diversity of its student body, and works hard to foster a strong sense of aspiration among all of our pupils. The school also works hard to fulfil its aims as a specialist science college, with the curriculum offering a range of STEM based subjects, both vocational and academic. First class pastoral support is an integral part of our provision, with the well-being of students and staff being a priority at all times.
Comments from Ofsted (2019)
“You have created a caring, inclusive learning community where pupils achieve well.”
“You have left no stone unturned in your quest to ensure that every pupil is provided with the building blocks they need to help them be successful. “
“In lessons, pupils are focused, work hard and show respect for others’ opinions.”
“Pupils greatly appreciate the support that staff provide. They told inspectors that staff go the ‘extra mile’ for them to help them do their best.”
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