Assistant Achievement Leader Post 16 (Non Teaching)

3 April 2019
Permanent
Full Time - Term Time Only
Heanor Gate Science College, Kirkley Drive, Heanor, Derbyshire, DE75 7RA
NJC 28 (actual salary £21,996)

37 hours per week term time only (39 weeks) - Required for September 2019

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic non-teaching professional to support and deputise, when required, for the Post 16 Achievement Leader in ensuring the academic, personal, social and emotional development of students. The Assistant Achievement Leader is an integral role in ensuring the development of students within the sixth form through the consistent and fair implementation of our values and expectations. 

The successful candidate will have a shared overview of all students in the sixth form, which includes being jointly accountable for: 

  • Monitoring and tracking of individual student academic progress, and leading on relevant intervention to ensure all students achieve their potential
  • Setting a culture of high aspirations and promoting the school’s vision through the implementation and evolution of the school’s rewards system.
  • Leading on attendance and welfare within the sixth form to ensure every student is safe, secure and able to learn.
  • Supporting students in their applications to post 18 destinations, including University, Higher Apprenticeships and employment. 

Applications are welcome from candidates in all professional settings but a firm interest in supporting young people to achieve their full potential is an absolute must. Previous experience of working within an education setting and specifically within a pastoral role is desirable although not essential. 

Applicants would be expected to share the Trust’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff. 

If you would like to discuss the role, or have any queries, please contact Mrs Pamela Raisin, HR Manager by email at praisin2@heanorgate.derbyshire.sch.uk 

Applications for this post must be submitted using our online application form, which can be found at http://www.satrust.com/vacancies 

Closing date for applications is Midday, Wednesday 3 April 2019

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 9 April 2019 

Spencer Academies Trust is an educational charity and academy sponsor, which is committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to an outstanding education and real choices in life.  We have a successful track record of providing high quality teaching and learning which ensures improved outcomes for children and young people.  The Trust mission statement reflects our vision and aim for all Trust schools.  Our highly successful network of 17 schools (8 Secondary and 9 Primary) educates students across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Nottingham City, Derby City and Leicestershire. 

Vision

The Spencer Academies Trust is an exceptional Trust, which provides an outstanding education for local children. Our Trust is a model of national excellence. We work collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for all young people, in an environment where partnership is valued and success is celebrated. Our education delivers real life experiences for students, promotes independent enquiry and stimulates intellectual curiosity; whilst developing a strong sense of individual responsibility and a personal belief and confidence. All of our students fulfil their potential and make unparalleled progress. They are fully prepared for the next phase of their education and have unrivalled opportunities to become future leaders. 

We Believe:

  • All children have a right to a quality education regardless of background or ability, and have an entitlement to the opportunity of a secure progression route in their learning and development.
  • Schools are stronger when they work in collaboration with each other, operate within a ‘family’ and are open to a true sense of partnership.
  • We grow the effectiveness and sustainability of our schools by developing the people within them, and that through shared and equitable responsibility for quality and outcomes; we achieve more. 

Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and completion of Level 2 safeguarding training.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation. for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.

This vacancy is closed to applications.