Teacher - Second in PE

We are a highly supportive school with strong subject and senior leadership to help you develop. We are looking for a highly ambitious, committed and dynamic professional to join our PE department; someone who is passionate about their subject, communicates well with young people and makes a positive impact on their learning.

The PE department comprises of 8 teachers, 2 of whom are members of the Senior Leadership Team. We work collaboratively to support each other both with the demands of our work and our wellbeing.

The responsibilities held by the Second in PE will be decided once a suitable candidate has been appointed, but it is likely to include leadership of a Key Stage and Extra-Curricular provision across the Academy.

Physical Education is at the heart of the AVA curriculum with stage of the art facilities including a fully resourced 3G football pitch and an Astroturf hockey pitch under floodlights as well as MUGA, extensive fields and a well-resourced gym. The continued expansion of the school will also provide further opportunities for professional development.

Applicants must have a current driving licence and be able to drive a minibus or take a minibus driving test if appointed.

There are a wide range of staff benefits that are available to all members of staff employed directly by Aylesbury Vale Academy. Some of the benefits include:- 

• A workplace fully committed to the principles of the DfE Wellbeing Charter.
• Priority admissions for school staff.
• Bespoke CPD that is often self-directed. 
• Free employee assistance programme - 24/7 phone line for free emotional, bereavement and financial concerns.
• Well-embedded systems that provide clear structures at the same time as allowing individuals to work with autonomy.
• 10% discount on pre-school places
• 10% discount on Primary wraparound care.
• 25% discount on the use of the Lettings facilities (sport pitches, sports hall, drama studios, community suite, party rooms)

Quotations from the Ofsted visit January 2019: 

• "Outcomes have improved because of strong subject leadership." 
• "The behaviour of pupils is good. There is an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect across the school. Pupils' conduct is calm and orderly." 
• "Staff morale is high. They believe that leaders and governors take staff members' well-being and workload into account and they feel well supported by the school." 
• "Staff new to the school feel very well supported by their more experienced colleagues and the packages of training and support on offer." 
• "Comprehensive induction and training programmes offered by senior leaders and the link advisor ensure that they very quickly establish themselves in their posts." 
• "Pupils show a well-developed understanding and tolerance for others who are different from them. Tolerance and diversity are promoted well at Aylesbury Vale Academy.

For further information contact Mrs E Perrin, HR Manager at vacancies@theacademy.me

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children will be reflected throughout the recruitment process and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and an online screening check. We also carry out Enhanced DBS checks every five years.