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We are seekinga PathwayLeadto develop and managea cluster of subject specialismsat Olive AP Academy -Thurrockand with the potential of workingin our academyinHaveringas well.

Our ideal candidate isan experienced teacherwith aspecialisminScience,who candemonstrate the highest quality of teaching, learning and assessment and is ready forleadership responsibilities.We are looking for someone who hasthe proven ability to inspire and motivatestaff and students; someone who can lead by example.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will be a member of our academy's Extended Leadership Team, under the direction of ourAssistantHeadteacher.Asa PathwayLead you will be responsible forsecuring outstandingoutcomesfor all our studentsinyourPathway'ssubject specialisms- a key focus will be on Biology.

ThePathway Leadwill have specific responsibilities and line management but willalso need towork flexibly as the needs of the academy emerge and develop.

Information about the School

Based in the heart of Thurrock, our academy specialises in alternative provision and supporting the social and emotional educational needs of young people. Olive AP Academy - Thurrock supports up to 94 pupils for whom traditional teaching methods have not worked. Students, ranging in age from 11 to 16, join us following permanent exclusion from a mainstream school or due to having medical needs that prevent them from attending a mainstream setting. Our academy is a nurturing, inclusive community where students are able to grow and develop. We strive to ensure success for all our learners academically, socially and morally. We build a curriculum around the needs of our students and are proud that our Year 11 students leave with qualifications on par with their mainstream peers and transition into education, training or employment. Having a working beauty salon, kitchen and hospitality area, construction area, science laboratory and fitness suite onsite allows for a hands-on approach to the curriculum and the development of transferable skills for the future. Alongside our ever-growing curriculum, we offer our students additional qualifications in non-traditional subjects such as sailing, climbing, extreme mountain biking, bushcraft and first aid. All students receive therapeutic support and this can range from a set or personalised programme, counselling, speech and language intervention or small group activities around self-worth and wellbeing. We pride ourself on encouraging positive mental health and wellbeing and are pleased to have received a National Wellbeing Award, which acknowledges the support we provide for staff, students and families. Working in alternative provision can be challenging, but joining the Olive family is one of the most rewarding and positive career developments you will make. If you have the experience and enthusiasm to support us on our journey, I would love to hear from you. Thank you for your interest. Collette Hunnisett Executive Headteacher