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We are looking for a talented and innovative teacher to join a dedicated team of teachers in specialist accommodation, which incorporates the subjects of Dance, Drama, Media and Music.  The ability to teach Dance to Key Stage 3 & 4 is essential, and to KS5 is highly desired.

We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic teacher who can work with us as we strive to bring about rapid improvement to secure better progress for our learners.

The successful candidate will be a highly committed team player, with a true passion for Dance and an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students. They will play a part in promoting the subject throughout the school.

This is an exciting time to be joining the school. We have secured positive outcomes and results have improved; this has been reflected in our recent OFSTED inspection (July 2021) where we were graded ‘Good’ in all five areas.  We continue our journey to excellence and require a Senior Leader to join our team who demonstrates a resolute and steadfast determination in all that they do, as a role model to our school community. 

The Ferrers School is part of the supportive, collaborative, values-led and expanding Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust, a group of primary, special schools and secondary schools.  CMAT is an all-through and all-inclusive Trust.  

CMAT supports teachers to access the National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) for Senior Leaders (NPQSL and NPQH).  We are able to offer this excellent professional development opportunity for those interested.

CMAT is a success story that continues to grow and part of our success is down to our ability to Recruit, Develop and Retain the very best teachers. It is also driven by our ability to adapt to the changing educational landscape led by determined staff who bring our Academies alive with their enthusiastic personalities, unshakeable work ethic and their commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences for our children. What makes The Ferrers School, and the Trust as a whole, different is that we know how to nurture and bring out the very best in our talented staff.

We can offer you:

• a philosophy of 100% achievement and inclusion;

• a commitment to extending the boundaries of learning, enabling all young people to become well-rounded individuals;

• a purposeful and caring learning environment, where every individual is known, valued and supported;

• motivated and engaged students, and ambitious, dedicated, professional staff;

• a commitment to leadership, innovation, staff progression.  We are passionate about retaining good teachers and partnership working, as part of our Teaching School status and within our family of schools.

You will be:

• an outstanding teacher;

• able to build effective working relationships with students and staff;

• able to provide stimulating and engaging experiences for our children, challenging them to achieve beyond their expectations and supporting them to become lifelong learners;

•   willing and committed to developing and sharing outstanding teaching practice;

•   able to work in partnership with children, parents, staff, governors and the wider community.

Staff at the school have access to a supportive CPD programme throughout the year, their own laptop, classrooms with interactive whiteboards and other benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme  which includes a 24-hour telephone counselling service, together with information, support and guidance on a variety of issues.  

This is an exciting time to join The Ferrers School as we continue our journey as part of a vibrant and forward-thinking Trust.  

Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact us prior to applying and arrange a visit to find out more about our school.   Please contact Alison Davies to make an appointment on 01933 313411 or at ADavies@theferrers.org

Closing date for applications is Monday 7th February  at 9.00am 

Interview date: Thursday 10th February 2022

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.   Early applications are encouraged.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All staff will be subject to an enhanced check with the DBS.