KS2/3 Learning and Achievement Lead

Due to continued growth, REAL Independent School are recruiting a KS2/3 Learning and Achievement Lead to work as part of our Independent School based in Blidworth, Nottinghamshire required for April 2017.

At R.E.A.L we aspire to be the leading provider of high quality learning opportunities and innovative approaches to enable all children to receive a valuable life changing experience. Our values of trust, innovation and achievement are core to re-thinking engagement and approaches to learning. Could you have the qualities to join us on our journey to outstanding?

Hours: 37.5 hours per. Location: Blidworth, Nottinghamshire however travel will be required across Nottinghamshire

We seek to appoint a KS2/3 Learning & Achievement Lead with a clear vision to continue the drive for high standards and a creative and innovative approach to reengaging children and young people within key stages 2 and 3 in learning.

We are seeking:

• A teaching professional who is “risk aware” but not “risk averse” in creating bespoke opportunities for children and young people with a range of complex additional needs.

• A teaching professional who will work as part of the school leadership team to inspire and work in partnership with KS2/3 pupils, staff, parents, governors and the local community in establishing relationships outside the immediate community.

• An individual who is committed to supporting our KS4 Learning and Achievement Lead and subject leads to develop their curriculum areas in a creative and professional manner in order provide our learners with the highest standard of education possible.

• A highly motivated individual who will to take on the challenge to achieve real outcomes for children and young people previously hard to place or “lost to learning”

• Someone who will work alongside our Referral and Assessment Team lead to further develop our KS2/3 progress tracking system.

In return we can offer you:

• A unique opportunity to support the School Leadership Team to drive the R.E.A.L ethos forward within the Independent school setting

• A highly professional, dedicated Leadership Team, School Staff and supportive Board of Directors

• A school that values and celebrates cultural diversity

• A salary package that recognises your key role in the community

• The chance to put a smile back on the face of teaching.

For an informal discussion regarding the vacancy please contact Head Teacher Nikki Purcell on 07584 705829 or email nikki.purcell@real-education.org

To arrange a visit of the school please contact Norma Stain on 01623 490136 or email norma.stain@real-education.org

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

To apply please send your CV and completed application form to applications@real-education.org by the closing date of Friday 6th January 2017 with interviews being held W/C 16th January 2017.