Thank you for taking the time to visit our recruitment page. We hope you find the information helpful in making your decision whether to apply for a role at the school. If you require any further information about the school or any of the vacancies please email recruitment@kingsway.stockport.sch.uk or contact us.
Our School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share their commitment and adhere to these expectations. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants, along with satisfactory references. A list of policies are available here.
What makes our school special?
The fully inclusive nature of our school community including our resourced based students (SEN) and students from minority ethnic backgrounds (EAL).
- Our mantra for Engagement, Challenge and Progress in all lessons.
- A well-established, traditional and academic curriculum that supports students in the next stage of their education and future career pathway.
- Our promotion of SMSC and British values through the curriculum, extra-curricular and whole school activities.
- Our commitment to careers advice and informing students on career pathways, evidenced by our IAG Gold Award.
- Our passion for the promotion of STEM based subjects within the school curriculum, and extra-curricular offer, evidenced by the MOSI STEM Excellence Award.
- Our student leadership team and the impact they have on improving their school, evidenced by our representation on the British Youth Parliament.
- Our work with local, national and global charities including a sister school in Kolweny, Kenya, evidenced by our International School School status.
Teaching Staff Vacancies
| Closing Date for Applications Monday 21st June |
Salary Main Scale and UPS |
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| Start Date September 2021 |
Contract Term Permanent |
| Contract Type Full Time |
Suitable for NQTs Yes |
Full time permanent post - required from January 2021 (or sooner)
Are you an outstanding Head of Technology or have the potential to become one? Are you an excellent practitioner? Do you thrive on success? Do you want to join an inspirational team and lead the Technology department to continued success? Do you have the same drive and ambition to join our dedicated, hard-working team of professionals?
The prime responsibility of the post of Head of Technology is to lead and co-ordinate high quality teaching and learning to ensure every student’s potential is maximised. Whole school leadership, innovation and vision are required to develop the school into a centre of excellence in Technology teaching.
You will need to be:
- An excellent leader, willing to work hard and have a dynamic, innovative and creative approach to learning
- Have the highest expectations of academic achievement and student conduct
- Inspire students to embrace opportunity, exceed potential and welcome challenge
The Technology department currently offers exam boards are as follows:
- Resistant Materials and Graphics - AQA
- Electronics - WJEC Educas
- Hospitality and Catering - WJEC Educas
- Health and Social Care - OCR Cambridge Nationals
Shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching in their own school.
Closing date for applications: noon on Friday 2nd July 2021
Interviews: w/c Monday 12 July 2021
Our School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share their commitment and adhere to these expectations. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants, along with satisfactory references.
Support Staff Vacancies
| Closing Date for Applications Friday 2nd July 2021 |
Salary NJC Scale 4 (£14,833 to £16,056 approx pro rata salary) |
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| Start Date September 2021 |
Interview Date - |
| Employment Type Temporary for 12 months in the first instance |
Contract Term 32 hours 5 mins per week (6 hours and 25 mins per day) |
We require as soon as possible a motivated individual, experienced in working with children with special needs, to join our friendly special education needs support team. The applicant will work with Secondary School students with a range of severe and complex learning needs. This is a challenging and varied role and an exciting opportunity for a highly driven person. The post starts in April subject to safeguarding requirements. Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact at all levels is essential and a willingness to use your own car during the school day would be preferable.
Attachments
Cover Letter
Job Description
The Kingsway School is committed to the safeguarding of young people and candidates will be expected to adhere to these expectations. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check.
| Closing Date for Applications Wednesday 7th July 2021 |
Salary NJC Scale 6 (£21,751 - £23,544 approx pro rata salary) |
|---|---|
| Start Date September 2021 |
Interview Date Friday 9th July 2021 |
| Employment Type Permanent |
Contract Term 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days |
Main purpose of the post:
This is a challenging and varied role and an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated person. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact at all levels is essential. The successful applicant will be required to:
- make a major contribution to the welfare of students within their care through the provision of appropriate support and guidance and the co-ordination of all non-academic interventions.
- Supporting the relevant Raising Standards Leader (RSL) in overseeing the year group
- Working effectively and as a team with other PHOYs, RSLs, behaviour and safeguarding teams
- Creating a strong year group ethos, promoting a culture of success and high achievement for all students
- Overseeing students’ personal, social & emotional welfare and providing appropriate guidance
- Maximising student attendance and punctuality
- Encouraging Positive Behaviour
- Supporting safeguarding and the protection of all young people
Attachments
Cover Letter
Job Description
The Kingsway School is committed to the safeguarding of young people and candidates will be expected to adhere to these expectations. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check.
| Closing Date for Applications Friday 9th July 2021 |
Salary NJC Scale 5 (£19,314 to £21,323 approx pro rata salary) |
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| Start Date September 2021 |
Interview Date - |
| Employment Type Fixed term contract for one year in the first instance |
Contract Term 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days |
Main purpose of the post:
As a result of an exciting expansion to the department, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated HLTA to join our dedicated Inclusion and Diversity team to specifically support and ensure progress of students who are on the autistic spectrum, in this successful and high achieving school.
The successful candidate will be an excellent Learning Support Assistant practitioner who has extensive experience of supporting students with SEND within a large mainstream secondary environment; and will be in sympathy with the ethos of The Kingsway School, understanding what we are trying to achieve – “A posse ad esse’ – turning potential into reality.
As a key member of the Inclusion and Diversity Department you will work closely with the Deputy Headteacher: Head of Inclusion and Diversity and the Resource Base Manager, to oversee quality first teaching and support for mainstream students who are on the autistic spectrum, or undergoing assessment. Within your commitments you will provide proven interventions relevant to the cohort/s and track progress accordingly; as well as liaising with staff and students within our Inclusion ‘Base’.
Experience of current behaviour management strategies, effective use of additional adults in the classroom, management experience and Higher Level Teaching Assistant status (or equivalent) will be required in order to successfully develop this role.
As well as the technical skills required to carry out the work outlined in the Job Description, flexibility, a high level of discretion, the ability to work well under pressure and with initiative, and a commitment to high standards in professional work are essential for this position.
The successful candidate must be a good team worker and able to relate to a wide variety of people in a complex organisation. They must be able to demonstrate excellent records of attendance and punctuality in previous employment and be of smart personal appearance.
This is a challenging and varied role and an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated person. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact at all levels is essential. The successful applicant will be required to:
- make a major contribution to the welfare of students within their care through the provision of appropriate support and guidance and the co-ordination of all non-academic interventions.
- Creating a strong academic ethos, promoting a culture of success and high achievement for all students
- Overseeing students’ personal, social, mental health & emotional welfare and providing appropriate guidance
- Maximising student attendance and punctuality
- Encouraging Positive Behaviour
Attachments
Job Description
The Kingsway School is committed to the safeguarding of young people and candidates will be expected to adhere to these expectations. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check.
Trust Vacancies
| Closing Date for Applications Wednesday 7th July 2021 |
Salary Scale 3 Point 5-6 (£19,312 - £19,698 Pro Rata) |
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| Start Date Tuesday 2nd November 2021 |
Interview Date Tuesday 13th July 2021 |
| Employment Type 35 hours per week, term time only |
Contract Type Full time, permanent |
Werneth School is an 11-16 comprehensive school in Stockport with over 1100 students of all abilities: we serve a wide range of student backgrounds and a supportive community. Housed in a purpose-built new building (opened November 2017) with new resources and interactive boards in every classroom, the school has been through a rapid period of change. Student numbers are increasing year-on-year and academic performance is improving. The school benefits from an exciting partnership with the Manchester United Foundation to raise aspiration in our students.
The school has now joined the Education Learning Trust based at Gatley Primary School, converting to academy status in January 2021. We are already benefiting from the collaborative work of a family of 5 schools, including another secondary school.
Our offer to you…
- A vibrant and supportive staff body who are proud of their school
- A comprehensive mix of students
- A welcoming school environment with excellent new resources and facilities.
- A focus across the school on developing a new, dynamic curriculum.
- Excellent CPD and support
- A headteacher and SLT who are committed to continual improvement, innovation and creative thinking. SLT are supported by enthusiastic and able leaders at all levels.
- A school with an ethos of inclusion and a commitment to know our children well
- A school with increasing student numbers year on year.
- A school with a purpose-built new (November 2017) building and resources
- A supportive Multi Academy Trust with a firm focus on collaborative learning, supporting school development and sharing good practice across schools in the Trust.
You can also speak to Mrs Catherine Humphreys (Head’s PA) on 0161 494 1222 extension 1022 should you require any further information.
Application Forms
Prospective candidates need to complete an application form, an equal opportunities monitoring form and read the below recruitment privacy notice. Application forms can be sent to recruitment@kingsway.stockport.sch.uk. If you require any further information please Contact Us.
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