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Richard de Clare Community Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role:
Wearelooking to appoint an enthusiastic,passionateand committedclass teacher to join our teaching teamwhilst one of our teachers is onmaternity leave. This isan exciting opportunity for ahighly effectivepractitionerto joinus atRichard de Clare Community Academy.We are looking to appoint a creative and motivated individual who holds the belief that every child has the potential to succeed andhas the potential to motivate, inspire and challenge pupils to ensure thateveryoneachieves their full potential. As part of a Multi Academy Trust that holds CPD at the highest possible regard we can offer a supportiveprogrammefor Early Career Teachers and a coachingprogrammeto support 'fast track into leadership' for teachers with the desire for professional growth.
We are looking for someone who:
Holds the highest expectations for allchildrenregardless of their backgrounds
Isahighly-skilledindividual who ispassionate and knowledgeable about teaching and learning
Has a good understanding of the effective teaching of core and wider curriculum subjects.
Has a commitment to collaborative professional development
Is a reflective practitioner and activelyseeksto improve their own practice
Will work effectively as part of a class, year group and phase group team
We can offer:
A supportive environment with a welcoming team who are hardworking andcommittedtoachieving the bestoutcomes
A commitment to wellbeing and work life balance
High quality continual professional development
Shared working of a community-focused, multi-academytrust
Willing and enthusiasticchildren
Career development and opportunity to progress within the school/multi-academy trust
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule:
0.6fte, Fixed term maternity cover until 31st August 2027
How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Richard de Clare Community Academy.
Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to admin@richarddecalre.com
Information about the School
At Richard de Clare Community Academy we aim to ensure that all children have a happy and successful experience at our school. All that we do is underpinned by our core school rules of being kind, being safe and being respectful. We believe that all children have the right to be respected and have the responsibility to learn how to respect others.
Richard de Clare Community Academy is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.