Literacy Coordinator -Teacher of English

The Role

Over the 18 months, under the leadership of Sean Castle, incremental steps towards big changes have been happening at Fairfax Academy (part of Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust). Sean’s ambition, drive and relentless focus for improvement for the Academy has resulted in clear and robust strategies being put in place, all of which are underpinned by the Academy’s values: Ambition, Respect, Kindness, Safety.

The results speak for themselves:

Attendance is nearly 2% above the national average of 91% and continues to improve.

Persistent absence is way below the national averages and continues to fall.

Suspensions reduced dramatically in Sean’s first year, and again have halved this academic year; achieved through a clear and firm focus on behaviour for learning, with the introduction of a standardised Behaviour Curriculum which supports all staff.

Progress at Year 11 in-year improvement predicted to see continued improvement.

Now you have an opportunity to be a vital part of Fairfax Academy’s journey to excellence. In return for your vocational passion to teach and develop students, you will be rewarded with being part of the Academy’s push for Outstanding provision and knowing that you have accomplished the Trust’s mission to “Enrich Lives and Transform Futures”.



We are seeking a Literacy Co-ordinator, Teacher of English to join our well-led and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.

Fairfax Multi-Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as providing evidence of qualifications.

 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of[1]offenders-act-1974

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Qualifications

Qualification Title	Grade
Qualified Teacher Status		Essential
5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent		Essential
Degree in a relevant subject		Essential

Skills

Leadership
Focused on standards and positive outcomes	Essential
Adaptable - ability to adapt style to a variery of situations and people	Essential
Relevant Experience
Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential student information	Essential
Ability to teach ‘good or outstanding’ lessons	Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection issues and procedures	Essential
Good knowledge of up-to-date techniques, materials, and equipment relevant to the National Curriculum	Desirable
Knowledge and understanding of how children learn and how to motivate them	Essential
Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations and how they apply in a school environment	Desirable
Experience
Experience of following procedures and instructions.	Essential
Experience working with students with diagnosed difficulties, SALT, ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia etc.	Desirable
Knowledge and experience of SEN code of practice and related procedures and paperwork.	Desirable
Experience of working in an educational environment	Desirable
Personal Attributes
Ability to travel to academies when required	Desirable
Excellent attendance and punctuality	Essential
Commitment to Trust aim and values	Essential
Knowledge, understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion informed by practical experience and application	Essential
Inspires confidence in all pupils, staff, parents, governors and the wider community in order to promote the school.	Essential
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students	Essential
Committed	Essential
Relevant Skills
Effective classroom management	Essential