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Teacher of History

Teacher of History

Lea Valley Academy

Enfield, London

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Salary:
Main scale - Upper Pay Spine
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2020 or Easter 2020
Apply by:
15 November 2019

Job overview

Lea Valley is one of the Inclusion Quality Mark's 'Flagship schools' for pupils aged 11-19. 

From January 2020,  we have a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational Teacher of History to become part of our successful and dedicated team. Our ideal candidate would be passionate in their teaching of History, able to demonstrate broad subject knowledge, enthusiasm and the ability to inspire others. 

The successful candidate would be expected to teach History up to GCSE and there will be opportunities for teaching A-level. The ability to also contribute towards the wider life of the School would be desirable.

We offer teaching staff a comprehensive benefits package including: career programmes, fitness and well being opportunities including a free, on site state of the art fitness suite.

If you would like to apply for this position with us, please visit www.leavalley.org.uk where further details about the school can be found. 

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 15th November 2019

Interview: w/c Monday 18th November 2019

Lea Valley is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The appointment will be subject to our robust safer recruitment measures.

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About Lea Valley Academy

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+44 1992 763 666

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Lea Valley is a successful school that sets high standards and expectations for all students and staff and prides itself on making a difference to the lives of young people. We have an unwavering belief that by challenging ourselves and each other, we can be the best that we can be.

As recognised by Ofsted, Lea Valley is a ‘good school’, with the leadership praised for its continued determination to improve provision and outcomes and where all staff share the leaders’ vision and support the whole-school ethos.

That vision is to create an inspiring learning environment where every school member be it students or staff is able to reach their potential, strive for success and embrace the limitless opportunities on offer.

IQM have also awarded us Flagship School status following our work as leaders in developing inclusion best practice and commitment to classroom based research. Inclusion is deeply rooted at Lea Valley with all staff focused on improving teaching and learning.

We fully understand that each and every student’s needs and the way they learn is different and as such the bespoke support and opportunities they are provided with is second to none. 

Our students continue to excel in academic subjects with many leaving us and going on to graduate from some of the best universities in the UK including University College London, Kings College London, Queen Mary and Manchester. 

Our staff are integral to working towards our vision and ensure our values of aspiration, innovation and respect are lived out every day at Lea Valley. Together, we aspire to create an atmosphere where all our students are valued and supported as individuals, enabling them to grow into independent and confident learners and to achieve their potential.

Lea Valley strives to create a culture that encourages continual learning. We fervently believe in supporting the whole school workforce through providing CPD opportunities that are personalised, relevant and contribute to teaching and learning. Our training programmes empower staff to take control of their career progression.

The school embraces 21st Century pedagogy and innovation, realising that in a rapidly changing environment such as education, staff should have the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in order to empower them to perform their roles competently and professionally.

Teaching benefits include:

· Laptop for every member of staff

· Each teacher provided with their own classroom with comfortable and adaptable learning spaces

· Excellent ICT facilities within classrooms and large multimedia rooms including an Apple Mac suite

· Extended staff opening hours

· A large library for teachers and students with a wide selection of resources

· Staff well-being programme that supports teachers in managing their workload whilst investing in their ongoing professional development. 

·  There is a timetable of mindfulness and sporting activities to help improve the well-being and mental health of colleagues.

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