Astrea Academy Trust Supernva Teachers Recruitment Pack
Cntents Welcme Letter Libby Nichlas, CEO Astrea Academy Trust Astrea Academy Trust Eths Astrea Academy Trust Family Jb Descriptin Persn Specificatin Child Safeguarding Plicy Explanatry Ntes Hw d I apply?
Welcme Letter Dear Candidate, Thank yu fr yur interest in this rle as a Supernva Teacher within the Astrea Academy Trust. Our Supernva teachers will wrk acrss ur family f schls cvering absence f staff internally. Yu will be placed in a hme schl as a supernumerary member f staff and will be required, when needed, t liaise with ur Supernva Supprt Manager t cver lessns in ther schls. Travel expenses will be cvered and yu will be given full prfessinal develpment and supprt. This is a hugely exciting time fr ur family f academies. The Trust has been recgnised by the Department fr Educatin as being well placed t raise standards and achieve excellence fr pupils in a grwing number f academies. We are presented with a rare pprtunity t make a real difference t the lives and life chances f s many primary and secndary schl children many f whm haven t previusly received the educatinal pprtunities they deserve. The Trust currently has 18 academies based acrss Suth Yrkshire and Cambridgeshire. As a Trust, we are clear abut the imprtance f achieving lng-term sustainability fr ur academies. Our visin is t enable individual academies t flurish with real autnmy, whilst als ensuring a strng eths f supprt and cllabratin. Emplyees within Astrea belng t a cmmunity f prfessinals, and benefit frm a wide range f netwrks and develpment pprtunities acrss the Trust. The Trust prvides a strng culture f cllabratin and supprt, tgether with high expectatins fr staff and pupils alike. Thse we recruit can demnstrate that they share ur values, are highly mtivated t wrk with clleagues within and beynd their academy t cntinuusly develp their skills and pursue prfessinal excellence, and are cmmitted t prviding the highest standards f teaching fr all children. I d hpe that yu are interested in this exciting new rle within the Trust and wuld be delighted t receive yur applicatin. Libby Nichlas Chief Executive, Astrea Academy Trust
Astrea Academy Trust We value all-rund develpment f the individual, thrugh arts, sprts, leadership pprtunities, enrichment and cmmunity. This is encapsulated in the skills, qualities and persnalities we fster in ur pupils. The Astrea Academy Trust lg cmmunicates the values cllabratin, develpment and aspiratin. The three figures are cming tgether in the shape f a tree, which represents grwth, whilst the tallest figure reaches upwards, twards a star, which is abve and beynd the highest branch f the tree. Academies, staff and children within the Trust benefit frm a strng eths f supprt and cllabratin acrss the Astrea family. Teachers within Astrea belng t a natinal cmmunity f prfessinals, and benefit frm a wide range f netwrks and develpment pprtunities acrss the Trust. Our apprach is t ensure schl imprvement including the successful imprvements that have been achieved s far in many f ur academies that have jined the Trust as spnsred academies. Astrea benefits frm the invlvement f leading educatinalists, including Prfessr Jhn West-Burnham, and strng links t prestigius institutins such as the Institute f Educatin.
Astrea Academy Trust Eths The wrk f the Astrea Academy Trust is underpinned by five cre Value Partners, which are equally applicable t pupils, staff and the wrk f the Trust itself. Each pair f Value Partners is accmpanied by a call fr actin in the frm f a hashtag, which is used in verbal, digital and hard cpy cmmunicatins. The Value Partners can be used as a measure f individual, schl and Trust prgress and as a guide t infrm the directin f change. Respnsibility and Leadership Individuals in the Astrea cmmunity are accuntable fr their wn decisins and actins and are supprted by strng leaders, while trailblazers are encuraged t develp skills and talents in thers. The Trust has a strng cmmitment t develping and nurturing ur wn leaders. #4equity Enjyment and Innvatin We knw that everyne learns best when they enjy what they d and can fllw their innate desire t achieve. Astrea pushes bundaries s that pineering ideas are tried and tested s that ur academies remain leaders in the advancement f teaching and learning methds. #g4it Aspiratin and Develpment Every member f the Astrea cmmunity, frm the yungest pupil t the ldest member f staff, is encuraged t cultivate pprtunities t grw. We achieve excellence by being inspired t becme the best we can be. The prgress and well-being f pupils is ur tp pririty, at the centre f every decisin. #Reachthestars Cllabratin and Inclusin Astrea hnurs and applauds the differences that make us unique whilst actively seeking and celebrating the cmmn grund that binds us tgether as a strng cmmunity. We wrk tgether in a prductive envirnment where dynamic ideas are shared in partnership, s that every member f the cmmunity may thrive #all4ne Hnesty and Integrity We are hnest and pen. Astrea decisins and respnses are grunded in time-hnured mral principles that remain cnstant in the face f challenges and change #4gd Yu can learn mre abut the Values, and hear frm staff and pupils acrss Astrea Academies, at ur website: https://astreaacademytrust.rg/
Astrea Academy Trust Family Academies currently within Astrea Academy Trust: Byrn Wd Academy, Sheffield Carrfield Primary Academy, Rtherham Castle Academy, Dncaster Cttenham Village Cllege, Cambridgeshire Denaby Main Primary Academy, Dncaster Edenthrpe Hall Academy, Edenthrpe Gseacre Primary Academy, Rtherham Greengate Lane Academy, Sheffield Hartley Brk Primary Academy, Sheffield Hatfield Primary Academy, Sheffield Hexthrpe Primary Academy, Dncaster Highgate Primary Academy, Rtherham Hillside Academy, Dncaster Kingfisher Primary Academy, Dncaster Lwer Meadw Primary Academy, Sheffield Netherwd Academy, Barnsley The Centre Schl, Cambridgeshire The Hill Primary Academy, Rtherham
Jb Descriptin Psitin: Astrea Supernva Teachers Salary Range: Cmpetitive Reprting t: Supernva Supprt Manager Lcatin f this psitin: Suth Yrkshire Purpse f this rle: T prvide supply teaching prvisin in a flexible way acrss the Suth Yrkshire regin. Astrea Academy Trust is in an exciting perid f grwth and develpment. T supprt ur ambitins, we seek teachers bth qualified and unqualified wh have high aspiratins fr the children and cmmunities we serve. These are exciting new rles t establish a pl f Astrea Supernva Teachers (ASTs) wh can wrk as ur internal supply staff acrss ur academies, enabling Astrea t achieve cnsistency and excellence in practice even when teachers are absent r training. This pprtunity will enable the successful candidates t wrk in a unique, effective and flexible way acrss the Suth Yrkshire regin. AST s will be deplyed in the event f capacity requirements at any f these academies with an expectatin t react quickly t the needs f the Trust. By wrking in a flexible way the pst hlder will be available t wrk acrss the Suth Yrkshire regin (Dncaster, Barnsley, Sheffield) thrughut bth primary and secndary phases. Teachers will be deplyed t fcus excellent teaching practices in academies where supprt is required in the events f Teacher training, absence, and maternity/paternity cver. The duties utlined within this jb descriptin are in additin t thse cvered by the Astrea and Natinal Teacher standards. Main Respnsibilities 1. Set high expectatins which inspire, mtivate and challenge all pupils 1.1 Establish a safe and stimulating envirnment fr pupils, rted in mutual respect. 1.2 Demnstrate cnsistently the psitive attitudes, values and behaviur which are expected f all pupils. 2. Wrk in a truly flexible way, reacting t Trust needs 2.1 Apply all requirements f the rle acrss the Suth Yrkshire regin. 2.2 Wrk in a truly unique way, allwing the needs f the Trust t react t gaps in a psitive way, ften at shrt ntice. 2.3 Demnstrate the characteristics needed in such a unique rle: Psitive reactin t change, the ability t react effectively at shrt ntice. 2.4 Be prepared t travel acrss the Suth Yrkshire regin ften at shrt ntice. 2.5 Wrk clsely and take directin frm Senir Leaders within the central team and at academy level. 2.6 The ability t build effective relatinships quickly is essential at all levels f the rganisatin.
3. Prmte gd prgress and utcmes by all pupils 3.1 Prmte high standards f attainment, prgress and utcmes fr all pupils 3.2 Guide pupils t reflect n the prgress they have made and their emerging needs and adapt classrm practice if necessary 3.3 Encurage pupils t take a respnsible and cnscientius attitude t their wn wrk and study 4. Adapt teaching t respnd t the strengths and needs f all pupils 4.1 Have a secure understanding f hw a range f factrs can inhibit pupils ability t learn, and implement strategies t vercme these 4.2 Demnstrate an awareness f the physical, scial and intellectual develpment f children, and knw hw t adapt teaching and learning t supprt pupils educatin at different stages f develpment 5. Make accurate and prductive use f assessment 5.1 Make accurate and prductive use f assessment in line with the expectatins f the academies 5.2 Make effective use f a range f assessment fr learning techniques t measure prgress in lessns 6. Manage behaviur effectively t ensure a gd and safe learning envirnment 6.1 Have clear rules and rutines fr behaviur in classrms, and take respnsibility fr prmting gd and curteus behaviur in bth in classrms and arund all the academies, in accrdance with behaviur plicy s 6.2 Have high expectatins f behaviur, and establish a framewrk fr discipline with a range f strategies, using praise, sanctins and rewards cnsistently and fairly 6.3 Manage classes effectively, using appraches which are apprpriate t pupils needs in rder t invlve and mtivate them 6.4 Maintain gd relatinships with pupils, exercise apprpriate authrity and act decisively when necessary 7. Fulfil wider prfessinal respnsibilities 7.1 Make a psitive cntributin t the wider life and eths f the Trust 7.2 Develp effective prfessinal relatinships with clleagues, knwing hw and when t draw n advice and specialist supprt 7.3 Take respnsibility fr imprving perfrmance thrugh apprpriate prfessinal develpment, respnding t advice and feedback frm clleagues Persnal and Prfessinal Cnduct Demnstrates a high standard f persnal and prfessinal cnduct and uphld public trust in the prfessin by maintaining a high standard f ethics and behaviur in and utside f the academies in line with the trust and academy s plicies
Has prfessinal regard fr and actively prmte the eths, plicies and practices f the trust and maintain high standards in wn dress, attendance and punctuality Understands and acts within the statutry framewrks which set ut prfessinal duties and respnsibilities, as well as the Astrea teaching standards. Values Makes the educatin f pupils within ur academies the main purpse f the rle f the teacher Accepts accuntability fr achieving the highest pssible standards in their wn wrk and cnduct and t be able t be self-critical and reflective Acts with hnesty and integrity at all times Is able t frge psitive prfessinal relatinships Safeguarding/Child Prtectin Understands, accepts and fllws the academies Safeguarding / Child Prtectin prcedures in rder t prtect the safety f all children and vulnerable adults. T reprt matters f cncern in line with the academy s prcedure Cnfidentiality T ensure cnfidentiality f all activities is maintained in rder t prtect the integrity f the rganisatin and its stakehlders T cmply with the relevant electrnic cmmunicatin, safety and cnfidentiality updates Self-Develpment T cntinually seek develpment pprtunities in rder t imprve persnal perfrmance Cmply with and actively take part in the trust s perfrmance management cycle Cmmunicatin Understands wn respnsibility t be up t date with the trust and academy cmmunicatins. Flexibility T carry ut such ther duties as may reasnably be required frm time t time t meet the evlving needs f the academies at the directin f the designated manager/management team
Persn Specificatin This part will allw yu t understand wh we are lking fr within this rle and the skills knwledge r experience that we wuld expect.
(i) Prfessinal experience Key Areas Desirable Essential Qualified Teacher Status Evidence f participatin in prfessinal develpment r study Successful teaching experience r evidence f successful cmpletin f initial teacher training Wrking in a scially and culturally diverse schl cmmunity Knwledge f the Natinal Curriculum requirements Understands and is familiar with teaching and learning strategies (ii) Flexibility, and ability t react t demands f the trust at shrt ntice The ability t be flexible in wrking lcatins thrughut the regin The ability t react quickly t changes in daily rutine The ability t build effective relatinships ften with shrt ntice. Wrking in different academies with different cntextual issues and having the ability t react effectively whilst still underpinning the cre values f Astrea. (ii) Ability t wrk within a prfessinal team and t develp and prmte the schl s eths and values within bth the Primary and Secndary Phases Teaching t a high standard Relates t and mtivates pupils Wrks well within and cntributes t team develpment Understands and values the prcesses f planning mnitring and evaluatin as an aid t raising standards Gd classrm management Evidence f a cmmitment t an equal pprtunities plicy bth in service emplyment
(v) Persnal Qualities Be enthusiastic and determined Able t wrk under pressure and recgnise and manage stress Demnstrate, sensitivity and tact Cmmitment t nging and prfessinal develpment T be highly rganised (iii) Ability t Cmmunicate Clearly Gd written and ral cmmunicatin skills Gd presentatinal and ICT skills Clear and effective in meetings and ne-tne discussins Child Safeguarding Plicy
The Trust is cmmitted t Safeguarding and Prmting the Welfare f all its students. Each student s welfare is f paramunt imprtance. We recgnise that sme children may be especially vulnerable t abuse e.g. thse with Special Educatinal Needs, thse living in adverse circumstances. We recgnise that children wh are abused r neglected may find it difficult t develp a sense f self-wrth and t view the wrld in a psitive way. Whilst at the Academies, their behaviur may be challenging. We will always take a cnsidered and sensitive apprach in rder that we can supprt all ur students. The Trust s Child Safeguarding Plicy applies t all adults, including vlunteers, wrking in r n behalf f the Trust. Everyne in the educatin service shares an bjective t help keep children and yung peple safe by cntributing t: Prviding a safe envirnment fr children and yung peple t learn in educatin settings; and Identifying children and yung peple wh are suffering r likely t suffer significant harm, and taking apprpriate actin with the aim f making sure they are kept safe bth at hme and in the educatin setting Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Educatin DfES 2007 The Trust pays full regard t DfES guidance Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Educatin Jan 2007. We ensure that all apprpriate measures are applied in relatin t everyne wh wrks fr the Trust wh is likely t be perceived by the children as a safe and trustwrthy adult including e.g. vlunteers and staff emplyed by cntractrs. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, verifying identity and academic r vcatinal qualificatins, btaining prfessinal and character references, checking previus emplyment histry and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity fr the jb. It als includes undertaking interviews and an Enhanced DBS check. Please visit http://astrea.rg.uk/abut-us/statutry-dcuments/ fr the full plicy.
Explanatry Ntes Applicatins will nly be accepted frm candidates cmpleting the Trust s Applicatin Frm. Please cmplete ALL sectins f the Applicatin Frm which are relevant t yu as clearly and fully as pssible. CVs will nt be accepted in place f a cmpleted Applicatin Frm. Safeguarding Children and Yung Peple We are cmmitted t safeguarding and prmting the welfare f children and yung peple. We expect all staff t share this cmmitment and t underg apprpriate checks, including an enhanced check. Candidates shuld be aware that all psts in Astrea Academy Trust invlve sme degree f respnsibility fr safeguarding children and yung peple, althugh the extent f that respnsibility will vary depending n the nature f the pst. Please see the jb descriptin enclsed in this Applicatin Pack fr further details. Accrdingly, this pst is exempt frm the Rehabilitatin f Offenders Act 1974 and therefre all cnvictins, cautins and bind-vers, including thse regarded as spent must be declared. If yu are currently wrking with children, n either a paid r vluntary basis, yur current emplyer will be asked abut disciplinary ffence, including thse related t children r yung peple (whether disciplinary sanctin is current r time-expired), and whether yu have been the subject f any child prtectin allegatins r cncerns and if s the utcme f any investigatin r disciplinary prceedings. If yu are nt currently wrking with children, but have dne in the past, that previus emplyer will be asked abut these issues. Where neither yur current r previus emplyment has invlved wrking with children, yur current emplyer will be asked abut yur suitability t wrk with children, althugh it may be answered nt applicable where it is apprpriate; if yur duties have nt brught yu int cntact with children r yung peple fr instance. Interview Prcess After the clsing date, shrt listing will be cnducted by a Panel. Yu will be selected fr interview entirely n the cntents f yur applicatin frm, s please read the Jb Descriptin and Persn Specificatin carefully befre yu cmplete yur frm. All candidates invited t interview must bring the fllwing dcuments: Dcumentary evidence f right t wrk in the UK Dcumentary evidence f identity that will satisfy DBS requirements Dcumentary prf f current name and address
Where apprpriate any dcumentatin evidencing change f name Dcuments cnfirming any educatinal r prfessinal qualificatins that are necessary r relevant fr the pst Please nte that riginals f the abve are necessary, phtcpies r certified cpies are nt sufficient. We will seek references n shrtlisted candidates fr Trust based psitins and may apprach previus emplyers fr infrmatin t verify experience r qualificatins befre interview. Any relevant issues arising frm references will be taken up at interview. In additin t candidate s ability t perfrm the duties f the pst, the interview will als explre issues relating t safeguarding and prmting the welfare f children, including: Mtivatin t wrk with children and yung peple Ability t frm and maintain apprpriate relatinships and persnal bundaries with children and yung peple Emtinal resilience in wrking with challenging behaviurs Attitudes t use f authrity and maintaining discipline Cnditinal Offer: Pre-Emplyment Checks Any ffer t a successful candidate will be cnditinal upn: Verificatin f right t wrk in the UK Receipt f at least tw satisfactry references (if these have nt already been received) Verificatin f identity checks and qualificatins Satisfactry Enhanced DBS Check Verificatin f prfessinal status such as QTS Status, NPQH (where required) Satisfactry cmpletin f a Health Assessment Satisfactry cmpletin f the prbatinary perid (where relevant) Where the successful candidate has wrked, r been resident verseas in the previus five years, such checks and cnfirmatins as may be required in accrdance with statutry guidance
Hw can I Apply? This is an exciting and very rewarding rle and we lk frward t receiving yur applicatin. Please cmplete the Applicatin Frm which is available tgether with this dcument Please send yur cmpleted Applicatin Frm t Name: Ingrid Chambers Psitin: HR Assistant Cntact: ingrid.chambers@astreaacademytrust.rg The Applicatin Prcess The candidates selected fr interview will be infrmed after shrtlisting and full details f the interview prgramme will be prvided. If yu d nt hear frm us within 14 days f the clsing date f this psitin, unfrtunately yu have been unsuccessful n this ccasin.