Lead Teacher of Religious Education
Norham High School
North Tyneside
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS / UPS TLR2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 22 May 2024
Job overview
About us:
- Progress 8 Score of +0.4
- Most improved school for Progress 8 in England (Cmp 2019)
- Graded good in all areas
- School of Sanctuary
- Growth of of over 50% and increased PAN for demand
- Oversubscribed, waiting lists and Independent Appeals for entry
- 100% First Choice Application / admission for Y7
With just a few key points shared above, the time to join Norham High School has never been better!
Norham High School was previously "Special Measures" and ranked 138 out of 138 secondary schools in the North East but has excelled in recent years. It is now expected to join the top 10 for Progress 8 following publication of performance tables in February 2024. Furthermore, we are officially the most improved school for Progress 8 in the whole of England when compared to pre-pandemic 2019 exam results, this is something that we and our community are incredibly proud of. All / every pupil group is positive for progress 8, including SEND and pupil premium and as stated, we are good in all areas!
Regardless of whether you are a pupil or staff member, our school offers exceptional support and opportunity to all. Our standards of behaviour and conduct are exceptional with pupils demonstrating manners and respect. In addition to this, we are perhaps one of the most inclusive schools offering one of the largest ARP's in the North East and secure our performance despite having significant contextual factors including 35% SEND, 10% EHCP, 65% PP and 16% EAL. However, while some see these as barriers, we see opportunity... an opportunity to make a difference - do you?
We excel in what we do and how we do it, and we are looking for an exceptionally talented candidate to join our team. You must be committed and must demonstrate our school's values for yourself and the pupils you will serve: "Pride - Determination - Strength".
Our candidate:
Norham High School has undergone significant transformation in recent times and we are excited by the growing cultural diversity we see here. As such, we are looking for a talented teacher to take a lead on planning and delivery of our PSHE / RSE and RE / Ethics curriculum, working with the Faculty Leader for Humanities to ensure an excellent curriculum offer for all pupils.
The post will be recognised as an Associate Faculty Leader within the humanities Faculty but will also have elements of whole school and cross curricular work building on our well established and excellent RE and PSHE curricula.
Given the nature of the role, this is ideal for someone looking to build their experience in preparation for Assistant Headship as it will involve work with all stakeholders across our small, yet highly innovative and successful school.
Ideally you will have a background in planning the delivery and teaching of RE / Ethics as this is a critical subject for us given the importance of pupils' understanding of worldviews.
You may also have had experience teaching/delivering PSHE, although we understand this may have simply been as a form tutor. As such, our current PSHE lead and SLT will work with and support you in becoming an expert in curriculum design in this area.
While the role is TLR2b, we may consider an additional recruitment allowance for an exceptional candidate.
We appreciate the timescale is short so would love to hear from you as soon as possible to discuss if you feel you are a candidate that truly understands, fits and will support our exceptional ethos. There will be an opportunity for those invited to interview to complete their personal statement in greater detail on the day. Please use this part of the application form to highlight only key information relevant to the post.
Our school, our values, our family:
We believe that every child has the right to an excellent quality of education and an enriching experience - it is our role to support children, both academically and pastorally, so that they grow to be the very best version of themselves. At the heart of our school are our family values and collegiate approach; we support each other and invest in pupils and staff alike, providing a wealth of opportunities to all.
We have established a lovely working environment (in every way), and a personalised blend of welfare support that promotes a positive work-life balance - colleagues' efforts are genuinely recognised and rewarded in unique ways.
Curriculum:
Our curriculum is broad, balanced and well sequenced / thought out supporting all pupils. For example, a number of pupils study Triple Science, Further Maths and languages, while a minority complete entry level or do not sit public exams at all, while this can undermine P8 scores, our bespoke approach to curriculum design offers multiple routes of progression that is highly personalised supporting pupils in achieving highly.
We are committed to improving life chances and we have a strong sense of social justice. In joining us, you too will enjoy both the challenge and reward of serving our community - all children deserve the best and we really are making a difference to children’s lives.
For further information and to view our prospectus, please visit our website at www.norhamhigh.org
Applications and interviews:
The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 22nd May at 8.00pm. Shortlisting will take place on the morning of the 23rd May and successful candidates will be notified as soon as possible with interviews taking place on Friday 24th May.
Please send your completed application to David James, Norham High School, Alnwick Avenue, North Shields, NE29 7BU or via email to: david.james@ntlp.org.uk
If you would like further information, please contact the school on 0191 814 3890.
Attached documents
About Norham High School
Norham High School is a co-educational secondary school based in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Headteacher
Terence Conway
At Norham High School, our motto is ‘Pride, Determination, Strength’.
Norham High School is a diverse family – a team that works together to secure the dreams and aspirations of the children who are at heart of our community. Our pupils wear a lion on their uniform as a symbol of our school, its ethos and its ambition. We are a loyal and proud family who work together for the good of one another and we have pride in the work that we do.
Both staff and pupils show determination in every aspect of their work - only the best will do. As a staff team, we are determined to provide an excellent, broad curriculum for our pupils that will give them opportunities to excel in life. Our pupils - your children - will themselves build a sense of determination and resolve to achieve ambitious goals throughout their school career, and beyond, as they enter further education and the world of work.
We find strength in each other, but also in ourselves. The efficacy that will lead to success is instilled in our pupils from the day they arrive at our school, wearing our lion. Strength of character - the strength to succeed, to endure, to care for one another when times are hard, and to overcome is what makes Norham High School pupils unique. Our pupils stand up for what they believe in, and they use voice in lessons and around school to help us make Norham High School even better for the community we proudly serve.
We believe that every child has the right to an excellent quality of education and an enriching experience - it is our role to support them, both academically and pastorally, so that they grow to be the very best version of themselves. At the heart of our school are our family values and collegiate approach; we support each other and invest in pupils and staff alike, providing a wealth of opportunities to all.
This includes Chromebooks and equipment for all pupils, refurbished classrooms / social areas, new technology for classrooms, and a unique blend of welfare support that promotes a positive work-life balance - colleagues' efforts are genuinely recognised and rewarded.
Behaviour is strong, with exceptional conduct around the school as pupils and staff greet visitors - and each other - with kindness and respect. Pupils take pride in their appearance and are smart, professional, and fully equipped for their learning. Pupils also recognise the efforts of staff and appreciate all we do. In a recent inspection, a pupil told an Ofsted inspector “we are like a massive family”, as such, we look forward to meeting you.
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