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OUR LADY’S HIGH SCHOOL

Recruitment Information PackCandidate Application Pack

Science TeacherApril 2018

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CONTENTS

ABOUT OUR LADY'S CONVENT HIGH SCHOOL 4

SHAPING TOMORROW, INSPIRED BY FAITH 4

ABOUT THE SCIENCE TEAM 4

SCHOOL PERFORMANCE 5

JOB DESCRIPTION: CLASS TEACHER 6

PERSON SPECIFICATION: TEACHER (MAIN SCALE) 10

METHOD OF APPLICATION 11

RECRUITMENT INFORMATION PACK 2018 OUR LADY'S HIGH SCHOOL

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WELCOME

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy of Science Teacher at Our Lady's Convent High School.

I hope you will find the enclosed documentation helpful. Please feel free to make an appointment to visit school, if you wish, or you may phone or email my PA, Mrs Julia McAuley ([email protected] ) if you have any specific queries.

The first stage of the appointment process will be a thorough assessment of the application forms; please download this from our website taking time to complete all sections of the form. Pay particular attention to qualifications (with grades achieved) and employment history. Any gaps in service should be accounted for in the space provided on the form.

Within the application form please provide a supporting statement of no more than 2 pages detailing how you fit the job description and person specification.

I look forward to receiving your application.

Yours sincerely,

Ms J. McDonaldHead teacher


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ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

The school was founded in Amhurst Park in 1904 by the Servite Sisters. Our ethos therefore is derived from and based on Servite Values. Those values include openness and respect for diversity therefore, whilst many of our teaching staff are not Catholic or Christian, all staff appreciate the strength of the faith community to which they belong. All members of the school community are included in the holistic vision of evangelisation as ‘shaping tomorrow, inspired by faith’. Our Marian commitment to service provides a working climate that enables teachers to thrive in their work; our girls are engaged learners, teachers can enjoy practicing their craft and students have a desire to achieve and have personal ambition.

We recognise the uniqueness of each individual student and have strong links between academic and pastoral systems to ensure that provision meets the needs of all students.

SHAPING TOMORROW, INSPIRED BY FAITH

We are a school with a strong and tangible sense of community and belonging. We genuinely believe in preparing our students to become compassionate and caring citizens, aware of their global responsibilities. The school motto, found on our crest, is Nitendo Vincamus, which translates as “Through our efforts, we overcome”. It was with this in mind that the sisters of the Servite Order opened our school in Stamford Hill in 1904, providing educational opportunities for some of the girls of Hackney. Today, we still work with this in mind; to support our students, to work with them and for them, to remove barriers to achievement and to work together to enable success. We are all ‘shaping tomorrow, inspired by faith.’

ABOUT THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

As a department we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and the impact we have on the future prospects of students. The Science team is a highly successful department within the School. The Additional GCSE results for summer 2017 were 95% A*-C which placed us in the top 9% of Science departments nationally. We follow a three year KS3 course which students are encouraged to develop key literacy, numeracy and practical skills. At KS4 the department follows the Edexcel, combined and separate specifications. At A level students follow OCR for Biology, Chemistry and Physics.


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The department has a commitment to enriching students experience in Science through extra-curricular activities including after school clubs, STEM trips and visits to universities. This, combined with our proven academic success has resulted in a large number of students who study Science at GCSE opting to continue studying A-level Sciences at the school.

As a new member of the Science team we would hope that you would be keen to contribute to and share in these continuing successes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Science Teacher with the ability to teach chemistry or physics at KS5

SCHOOL PERFORMANCE

Our Progress 8 scores for 2017 are +0.5 and 50.8 attainment which is above average, both in a high performing borough (average 49.1) and nationally (average 44.2).

2017 results

Grade 5 or above in English and Maths 46% (England average 39.1%)

Grade 4 or above in English and Maths 72% ( 63.3%)

Grade 5 or above in all subjects 65% ( 53%)

Biology A-C 100% (90%)

Chemistry A-C 100% (90%)

Science A-C 89% (48%)

Progress 8 +0.5 (above average top 12% nationally)

A levels average grade C: 27.6 points

Vocational Courses average grade Distinction + 37.7 points

Progress Score +0.22


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JOB DESCRIPTION: CLASS TEACHERDate: January 2018

1. TitleScience Teacher)

2. GradeMain pay scale range 1-6 or UPS in line with the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

3. Purpose:a) to support the Catholic ethos and Servite values of the school;b) to take responsibility for the learning and achievement of all students in your

classes ensuring equality of opportunity for all;c) to uphold the school's aims and policies;d) to be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in

work and conduct;e) to treat students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and

at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position

f) to work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of students;

g) to take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and young people within the school; and

h) to contribute to the process of school improvement.

4. Responsible to: Headteacher (delegated to Head of Department or TLR post holder)

5. Applicable contract termsThis job description is to be performed in accordance with the provisions of the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and within the range of duties set out in that


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document so far as relevant to the post holder’s title and salary grade. The post is otherwise subject to the Conditions of Service for School Teachers in England and Wales

6. DutiesAll teachers are required to carry out the duties of a schoolteacher as set out in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document. Teachers should also have due regard to the Teacher Standards (2012). Teachers’ performance will be assessed against the teacher standards as part of the appraisal process as relevant to their role in the school. It may be modified by the Headteacher, with your agreement, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and job title.

7. RelationshipsThe post holder is responsible to the Headteacher in all matters (delegated to the Head of Department or other TLR post holder).a) The post holder is responsible Head of Department in respect of curricular matters

and the Head of Year in pastoral matters.b) The post holder also interacts on a professional level with colleagues and seeks to

establish and maintain productive relationships with them and to promote mutual understanding of the school curriculum with the aim of improving the quality of teaching and learning in the school.

8. Particular ResponsibilitiesThe particular responsibilities attaching to the post of Teacher are as follows:a) to teach, according to their educational needs, students assigned in the allocated

classes;b) to control and oversee the use and storage of books and other teaching materials

provided for class usage;c) to maintain behaviour in accordance with the rules and behaviour management

systems of the school;d) to contribute to Department meetings, discussions and management systems

necessary to coordinate the work of the Department and integrate this into the work of the school as a whole;

e) to promote equal opportunities within the school and to seek to ensure the implementation of the school’s equal opportunities policy; and

f) to carry out such other associated duties as are reasonably assigned by the Headteacher (or Head of Department/TLR post holder).

9. Key TasksThe key tasks relating to the post of Teacher are as follows:a) Teaching and Learning:


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1) to deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s taught;

2) to be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate;

3) to be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of students’;4) to make accurate and productive use of assessment to secure students’

progress;5) to use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent

lessons;6) to set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and

extend the knowledge and understanding students have acquired as appropriate;

7) to give students regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage students to respond to the feedback, reflect on progress, their emerging needs and to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study;

8) to be aware of students’ capabilities, their prior knowledge and plan teaching and differentiate appropriately to build on these demonstrating knowledge and understanding of how students learn;

9) to have a clear understanding of the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs; EAL; disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them;

10) to demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy including the correct use of spoken English; and

11) to participate in arrangements for examinations and assessments within the remit of the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

b) Behaviour and Safety:1) to establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for students,

rooted in mutual respect and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly;

2) to manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to students’ needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge students;

3) to maintain good relationships with students, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary;

4) to be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of students;

5) to have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self-control and independence of all learners;


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6) to be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns following school protocol/procedures; and

7) to carry out playground and other duties as directed and within the remit of the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

c) Team working and collaboration:1) to participate in any relevant meetings/professional development

opportunities at the school, which relate to the learners, curriculum or organisation of the school including pastoral arrangements and assemblies;

2) to work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues and sharing the development of effective practice with them;

3) to ensure that colleagues working with you are appropriately involved in supporting learning and understand the roles they are expected to fulfil; and

4) to take part as required in the review, development and management of the activities relating to the curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions of the school.

d) Professional development:1) to regularly review the effectiveness of own teaching and assessment

procedures and its impact on students’ progress, attainment and wellbeing, refining approaches where necessary responding to advice and feedback from colleagues;

2) to be responsible for improving own teaching through participating fully in training and development opportunities identified by the school or as developed as an outcome of your appraisal; and

3) to proactively participate with arrangements made in accordance with the current Appraisal Regulations

e) Administration:1) to register the attendance of and supervise students, before, during or after

school sessions as appropriate; and2) to participate in and carry out any administrative and organisational tasks

within the remit of the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

f) Fulfil wider professional responsibilities:1) to work collaboratively with others to develop effective professional

relationships;2) to participate evaluation activities such as observation, feedback and scrutiny

of learners’ work;


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3) to deploy support staff effectively as appropriate; 4) to communicate effectively with parents/carers with regard to students’

achievements and well-being using school systems/processes as appropriate;5) to communicate and co-operate with relevant external bodies; and6) to make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school.

g) Other: 1) to have professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school,

and maintain high standards in your own attendance and punctuality; and2) to perform any reasonable duties as requested by the Headteacher.


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PERSON SPECIFICATION: TEACHER

E = Essential D = Desirable

Qualifications E or D

Qualified teacher status or recognised equivalent E

First degree or equivalent E

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development relevant to post D

Experience

Experience of teaching subject in at least two key stages (KS3, KS4 or KS5) E

Relevant experience related to subject or working with young people before/whilst teaching D

Personal Attributes

Adaptability to changing circumstances and ideas E

Reliability and integrity E

Energy and drive E

Positive approach - 'can do' philosophy E

Capacity to reflect realistically on own strengths and weaknesses and improve over time E

Professional knowledge and skills

Planning and teaching secondary curriculum appropriate to post E

Knowledge of recent initiatives and issues in education E

Using ICT as a curriculum improvement tool D

Good understanding of best practice and current educational thinking D

Teaching and Learning

Good subject and curriculum knowledge E

Teach to a high standard E

Promote good progress and outcomes by students E

Make effective use of assessment information on students’ attainment E

Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment E

Outstanding classroom practice and outcomes D


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Working with others and teamwork skills

Genuine enjoyment of working with young people E

Be an effective team player that works collaboratively and effectively with others E

Self Management Skills

Be self motivated and set personal goals E

Be organised and meet deadlines E

Communication Skills

Communicate effectively to a wide range of different audiences (verbal, written, using ICT as appropriate).

E

School Ethos

An ability and commitment to support and maintain the Catholic ethos of the school E

Ability to support and help develop a vision for high quality education which promotes spiritual, moral and cultural development E

Commitment to:

Equalities E

Promoting the school’s vision and ethos E

Relating positively to and showing respect for all members of the school and wider community E

Ongoing relevant professional self-development E

Safeguarding and child protection E

APPLICATION METHOD AND DEADLINESPlease use the link on our website to the application form.

Closing Date: Tuesday 1st May Interview Date: week beginning 8th may Starting Date: September 2018


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