About Arco Academy

Arco Academy is a registered independent alternative provision school with sports as a specialism. In the heart of Camberwell, London, Arco Academy offers education to students referred by mainstream schools and the Local Authority. We have an emphasis in pastoral care and take a holistic approach towards education. 

We aim to enhance the academic, well-being and personal growth of all students of all abilities. 

We are committed to high-quality education and promoting our vision to unleash the potential in all our students by providing a creative and tailor-made curriculum. 

Every student is allowed to learn, achieve and succeed to their highest potential. Consequently, we work diligently towards meeting the learning needs of our students. This includes encouraging sports participation, developing essential life skills, and nurturing a positive relationship within the school and the community. 

We believe all staff members play a vital role in the lives of our students. Therefore, we take a proactive approach to the development and well-being of all Arco staff. We are committed to investing in all staff through CPD, internal staff support, and well-being development. 

We pride ourselves on appreciating, promoting, and celebrating the diversity and individuality of all students, staff and partners. 

Arco Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

For further information regarding Arco Academy policies, visit https://arco.academy/key-information/policies/#1598282602871-bf232412-6cd3 . Please ensure you have read our Safeguarding (Child Protection) Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy. 

Main purpose

The teacher will:

·  Fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher.

·  Meet the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards

·  Teach mathematics, science and technology subjects to all abilities including SEN

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching

§  Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes on mathematics, science and technology, following the school’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work

§  Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment

§  Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils

§  Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils

§  Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils

§  Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

§  Participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests

Whole-school organisation, strategy and development

§  Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures to support the school’s vision and values

§  Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school

§  Work with others on curriculum and pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes

§  Provide cover in the unforeseen circumstance that another teacher is unable to teach

Health, safety and discipline

§  Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils

§  Maintain good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment

Professional development

§  Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures

§  Take part in further training and development to improve your teaching

§  Take part in the appraisal and professional development of others, where appropriate

Communication

§  Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and carers

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals 

§  Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school

§  Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

Personal and professional conduct

§  Uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour within and outside the school.

§  Have proper and professional regard for the school's ethos, policies, and practices, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality.

§  Understand and act within the statutory frameworks setting out their professional duties and responsibilities.

Safeguarding

§  Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies. 

§  Work with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary.

§  Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school.

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the teacher will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher or line manager.

Person specification

Qualifications 

and experience

·  Qualified teacher status 

·  Degree

·  Successful teaching experience of Pathway 1 to 3, age group 11 -16 

Skills and knowledge

·  Knowledge of the National Curriculum

·  Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies

·  A good understanding of how children learn.

·  Ability to adapt teaching to meet pupils’ needs.

·  Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils.

·  Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children

·  Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies

·  Good ICT skills, particularly using ICT to support learning

Personal qualities

·  A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school.

·  High expectations for children’s attainment and progress

·  Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.

·  Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.

·  Commitment to safeguarding and equality