Job Description

Job Reference #
EDV/2025/AHA/05688
Location
Box Lane, Meir, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 5PP
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Part-Time
Salary
32,916.00 - 51,048.00 Annually (FTE)


M1- UPR3 Plus SEN Allowance 3 day post Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
Closing Date
12:00pm, 12th Dec 2025
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1

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Contact Details

Mel Brown

01782355849

recruitment@abbeyhill.sbmat.org



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About this Role

About this role

The St Bart's Multi Academy Trust, in partnership with Governors, staff and children of Abbey Hill Academy and College are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hard working and committed team.


At Abbey Hill Academy and College our children come first. High expectations, mutual trust and respect are underpinned by a warm, supportive ethos. In the best interests of our children we work very closely with our partner Academies. The successful candidate will be working alongside a team of caring, enthusiastic, dedicated staff, who are well-supported by their Senior Leadership Team.


This 3 day post is based in KS5

Main Purpose of the job

Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class/es ensuring equality of opportunity for all Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher's professional position Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils Act within, the statutory frameworks, which set out their professional duties and responsibilities and in line with the duties outlined in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document and Teacher Standards (2012) Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the Academy

Duties and Responsibilities

All teachers are required to carry out the duties of a teacher 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 teacherstandardsas part of the appraisal process as relevant to their role in the Academy.

Teaching

Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability group/subject/s that you teach Be responsible for the preparation and development of teaching materials, teaching programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of pupils' you teach Be aware of pupils' capabilities, their prior knowledge and plan teaching and differentiate appropriately to build on these demonstrating knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; gifted and talented; EAL; disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy including the correct use of spoken English (whatever your specialist subject) If teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies e.g. systematic synthetic phonics Use an appropriate range of observation, assessment, monitoring and recording strategies as a basis for setting challenging learning objectives for pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions, monitoring learners' progress and levels of attainment Make accurate and productive use of assessment to secure pupils' progress Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils 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 Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired as appropriate Participate in arrangements for examinations and assessments within the remit of the Academy Teachers' Pay And Conditions Document

Behaviour and safety

Establish a safe, purposeful and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils' needs in order to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary Be a positive role model and demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour, which are expected of pupils Have high expectations of behaviour, promoting self control and independence of all learners Carry out playground and other duties as directed and within the remit of the current School Teachers' Pay And Conditions Document*
Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the Academy, raising any concerns following Academy protocol/procedures

Team working and collaboration

Participate in any relevant meetings/professional development opportunities at the Academy, which relate to the learners, curriculum or organisation of the Academy including pastoral arrangements and assemblies Work as a team member and identify opportunities for working with colleagues and sharing the development of effective practice with them Contribute to the selection and professional development of other teachers and support staff including the induction and assessment of new teachers, teachers serving induction periods and where appropriate threshold assessments Ensure that colleagues working with you are appropriately involved in supporting learning and understand the roles they are expected to fulfil Take part as required in the review, development and management of the activities relating to the curriculum, organisation and pastoral functions of the Academy Cover for absent colleagues within the remit of the current School Teachers' Pay And Conditions Document*

Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

Work collaboratively with others to develop effective professional relationships Deploy support staff effectively as appropriate Communicate effectively with parents/carers with regard to pupils' achievements and well-being using Academy systems/processes as appropriate Communicate and co-operate with relevant external bodies Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the Academy

Administration

Register the attendance of and supervise learners, before, during or after school sessions as appropriate Participate in and carry out any administrative and organisational tasks within the remit of the current School Teachers' Pay And Conditions Document*

Professional development

Regularly review the effectiveness of your teaching and assessment procedures and its impact on pupils' progress, attainment and well being, refining your approaches where necessary responding to advice and feedback from colleagues Be responsible for improving your teaching through participating fully in training and development opportunities identified by the Academy or as developed as an outcome of your appraisal Proactively participate with arrangements made in accordance with the appraisal regulations 2012

Other

To have professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the Academy in which you teach, and maintain high standards in your own attendance and punctuality Perform any reasonable duties as requested by the Executive Principal Applied knowledge and understanding of SEND Ability to teach pupils with autism, utilising autism-specific approaches to ensure successful outcomes would be desirable

Abbey Hill Academy & College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk


More information on the school including our Prospectus and Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website https://www.abbeyhillschool.co.uk/

Our Offer To You

When you join the St Bart's family, you're joining a Trust that truly values it's people. We're proud to live by our

PEACE

values- Passion, Encouragement, Ambition, Collaboration, and Enjoyment, which are at the heart of everything we do.


Here's what you can expect from us:

A welcoming, supportive culture

where everyone is respected, included and valued for who they are.

Health and wellbeing support

-including access to mental health resources, wellbeing days, discounted fitness memberships and staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits*.

Opportunities to grow

- we're passionate about development, with access to training, leadership pathways and mentoring to help you reach your goals.

Recognition and rewards

-from staff awards to everyday appreciation, your hard work is seen and celebrated.

Financial peace of mind

- competitive pay, pension schemes through LGPS or Teachers' Pensions, and travel benefits.

Your voice matters

- regular feedback opportunities, engagement surveys and open conversations help shape how we grow together.
And above all, you'll be part of something amazing - making a real difference to the lives of our brilliant young people every single day.