Second in Science
St Peter's Academy
Stoke-on-Trent
- Expired
- Salary:
- Teacher’s Leadership Range L2 – L6 - Currently £48,366-£53,380
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st January 2024
- Apply by:
- 21 October 2024
Job overview
St Peter's CofE Academy is looking to appoint an outstanding and innovative Second in Science. You will be responsible for supporting the Subject Leader for Science with the Leadership and Management of the Faculty, working closely with the senior leadership team.
Academy Context:
St Peter’s CofE Academy is a mixed 11-16 popular Church of England Academy which puts Christian values, faiths and high standards at the centre of all we do. We serve the whole community of Stoke-on-Trent and welcome students of all faiths and none.
We have a vibrant and exciting learning environment which embodies our core Christian values and the belief that we can enrich every life.
Our July 2024 staff survey graded the school as outstanding. Staff morale, staff wellbeing, staff workload and appreciation of staff achievement and contribution were graded highest across all categories.
We are proud of our staff and student wellbeing focus and we provide a comprehensive staff induction and ECT support programme with a highly commended on-going CPD programme for new and existing staff.
St Peter’s CofE Academy is a well-resourced school with a motivated and enthusiastic student body. The Academy is located in the heart of the city with excellent transport links by road or rail.
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate outstanding Leadership and Management skills and have the ability to motivate their team.
- Demonstrate the potential to ensure exceptional progress for our students
- Be committed to St Peter's ethos of high expectations
- Have resolve to make a real difference to the lives of students
- Believe that all children can and will achieve
Staff Benefits:
- 2 weeks holiday at October half term
- A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
- Free On Site Car Parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to occupational health
- Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
- Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
- Free eye tests for VDU users
- A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
- Free fitness suite on site
- Money off membership of Fenton Manor Leisure Centre
- An exceptional staff well-being offer with wellbeing meetings half termly including a Menopause group
- Annual staff wellbeing day following the annual Open Evening with a host of free wellbeing activities for all staff
DBS Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Asylum and Immigration
To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislation you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered.
Further Information and how to apply:
Please complete the attached application and equalities form and email to Louise James, Director of Finance and Resources ljames@spa.woodard.co.uk
Informal visits are welcomed, to arrange this, please email Louise James on the above email address.
Attached documents
About St Peter's Academy
St Peter’s Academy is a Anglican secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. It is sponsored by the Woodard Academies trust, the largest group of Church of England schools in England and Wales, and is co-sponsored by the Diocese of Lichfield.
There are 962 students aged 11-16 on the school roll, taught in mixed classes. Founded in 2011, St Peter’s Academy moved into a new state-of-the-art facility in Fenton in 2013.
Principal
Michael Astley
Values and vision
St Peter’s Academy is focused on achievement in all aspects of school life. The secondary school challenges students to reach their potential by setting the highest standards. Teachers aim to produce enthusiastic and lifelong learners, by nurturing self-esteem and promoting independence.
The academy’s specialism in communications includes literacy, languages and communication skills within a global context. This choice of specialism reflects the importance of developing in students excellent communication skills in languages, presentation skills, team working and creative thinking.
Ofsted report
“Pupils are keen to learn and the school has a clear focus on developing positive attitudes towards learning and raising aspirations. Pupils’ self-confidence and self-awareness are developed through opportunities to take responsibilities in the school. Pupils are proud of how they are able to contribute to the improvements that are being made in the school.”
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