Oakbank is a school of potential that drives for the betterment for all. The school is committed to a journey of transformation, where staff, students and parents are committed to improving the quality and experience of education for its community. We believe that every child deserves to not only access the full curriculum, but should thrive in their curriculums, developing academically, personally and holistically as a result of passionate and adaptive teaching, resulting in committed learning that secures successful outcomes. Our current phase of school improvement features our entire team, working together at pace to offer greater stability, more innovation and creativity. The aim is for greater consistency for all students, enabling them to manage their learning and themselves more effectively.
Our collective determination to make Oakbank a happier and higher performing school affirms our commitment to our values: integrity, collaboration and excellence. We believe in excellence for our students to give them the opportunities to have choices in their lives, empowering them to choose the future that they desire off the back of hard work. We believe in working together to ensure that our community supports one another and challenges one another to be the 'best yet' versions of ourselves, not because we have to improve but because if we do, the potential is endless. And we believe in the fidelity of our vision for students and staff, and strive to retain our moral compass when making decisions, to ensure an open, inclusive and happy community at Oakbank.
About this role
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic individual as a Teacher of Geography. The successful post holder would:
Have a capacity to inspire through a love of teaching
Have a genuine commitment to equal opportunities and inclusion
Be eager to acquire further skills and career enhancement
The post holder is required to carry out the duties of a Teacher in accordance with the provisions of the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document and within the range of teachers' duties set out in that document and School Development Priorities.
Job purpose
To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for students
To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher & tutor
To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential
To use the Oakbank assessment cycle to collect and report accurate student data and to share with all parties
Implement appropriate interventions to enable all students to achieve their full potential
To contribute to raising standards of student attainment
To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth
Responsibilities and Role
Teaching Responsibilities
To teach students according to their educational needs, including the setting and marking of work completed by the students
To assess record and report on the attendance, progress, development, and attainment of students and to keep accurate records as required
To provide, or contribute to, oral and written assessments, reports and to target set and provide references relating to individual students and groups of students
To ensure that ICT, Literacy, Numeracy, and the school subject specialism are reflected in the teaching/learning experience of students
To use a variety of delivery methods which will stimulate learning appropriate to meet all student needs and demands of the syllabus
To maintain discipline in accordance with the school's Behaviour Policy, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework
To undertake assessment of students as requested by external examination bodies, departmental and school policies and to mark, grade and give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback as required
To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support
To implement the school policies re Homework
To undertake a designated programme of teaching, plan, structure, and resource teaching and learning effectively. To ensure a high quality learning experience for all students
Personal Development
To take part in the school's CPD programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development including your own personal development.
To engage actively in the Performance Management Review processes
General Responsibilities
To attend team and whole school meetings in accordance with the school calendar as required
To maintain up to date and appropriate records and tracking for students within your area of responsibility
To communicate effectively with the parents/carers of students as appropriate and where appropriate, communicate and co-operate with persons or bodies outside the school
To be a Tutor to an assigned group of students, to register students and support students and to escort tutor group and attend school assemblies
To promote the general progress and well-being of individual students and of the tutor group as a whole
To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example
To promote actively the School's Policies & Procedures
To comply with the school's Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate
To undertake any other duty as specified not mentioned in the above
To comply with the school's procedures concerning safeguarding and to ensure that training is accessed
This job description will be supported by the school improvement plan which will identify key distinct tasks and responsibilities for this role in the school year. These will be derived from ongoing school self-evaluation and other local/national priorities. The postholder's duties must be carried out in compliance with the school's policies and procedures including child protection and safeguarding procedures.
These duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exhaustive nor exclusive as the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grading of the post.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the recruitment campaign earlier that this date subject to the volume of applications received. We therefore encourage candidates to submit applications as early as possible.
It is an offence for an individual who has been disqualified from working with children to knowingly apply for, offer to do, accept, or do any work in a 'regulated activity'. The position advertised is a 'regulated activity'.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, an enhanced DBS check, the Children's Barred List check and satisfactory references.
About
Oakbank School
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Oakbank School
Hyde End Lane, Spencers Wood, Reading
Berkshire
RG7 1ER
United Kingdom
+44 118 988 3616 Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
Oakbank is a school of potential that drives for the betterment for all. The school is committed to a journey of transformation, where staff, students and parents are committed to improving the quality and experience of education for its community. We believe that every child deserves to not only access the full curriculum, but should thrive in their curriculums, developing academically, personally and holistically as a result of passionate and adaptive teaching, resulting in committed learning that secures successful outcomes. Our current phase of school improvement features our entire team, working together at pace to offer greater stability, more innovation and creativity. The aim is for greater consistency for all students, enabling them to manage their learning and themselves more effectively.
Our collective determination to make Oakbank a happier and higher performing school affirms our commitment to our values: integrity, collaboration and excellence. We believe in excellence for our students to give them the opportunities to have choices in their lives, empowering them to choose the future that they desire off the back of hard work. We believe in working together to ensure that our community supports one another and challenges one another to be the 'best yet' versions of ourselves, not because we have to improve but because if we do, the potential is endless. And we believe in the fidelity of our vision for students and staff, and strive to retain our moral compass when making decisions, to ensure an open, inclusive and happy community at Oakbank.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, visitors, and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, suitable references, and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection of employees are trained in safer recruitment, and all our staff and volunteers undertake Child Protection training.
Anthem Perks
At Anthem, we value our employees and are committed to providing a rewarding and supportive working environment. As part of our team, you'll have access to Anthem Perks, which includes a range of fantastic benefits designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security.
Cycle Scheme
- Get a new bike and accessories through our tax-efficient salary sacrifice scheme.
Tech & Home Scheme
- Spread the cost of the latest tech and home essentials through convenient payroll deductions.
Corporate Health Cash Plan
- Reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare, from dental check-ups to physiotherapy.
Eye Care
- Support towards eye tests and glasses for screen users.
Employee Assistance Programme
- Free, confidential support for personal and work-related challenges.
Employee Referral Scheme
- Recommend a friend and receive a bonus when they join our team.
Anthem Institute -
Immerse yourself in amazing CPD opportunities for all roles, networking and learning from specialists in their field.
At Anthem, we believe in supporting our staff, fostering a positive workplace culture, and helping every team member thrive. Join us and enjoy these great benefits as part of your career with Anthem!
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