Staff Vacancies

Teacher of Religious Studies

 

This is an excellent opportunity for an inspirational, enthusiastic and well qualified teacher to join our thriving Hunanities team.  The position is suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers.

As the successful candidate you will be:

• a qualified Religious Studies teacher who is always looking to develop
• confident teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4
• passionate about all aspects of Philosophy and Religion.
• committed to making a difference to young people’s lives
• a team player with excellent communication and inter-personal skills

The successful candidate could also be offered some Sociology teaching.  Although not a requirement for application, an interest and ability to teach Sociology would be well received.

Larkmead is a happy, ambitious and vibrant school packed full of energy, opportunity and choice.  Great teaching and learning across the school are supported by our culture of research and collaboration.  Each student gets the very best experience to enable them to achieve their ambitions.  Our pastoral care provides compassion, security and confidence, nurturing students to be happy, to develop and to thrive.  The Larkmead Promise sets out our vision, ethos and ambitions for students and staff.

We want our pupils to enjoy developing a rich knowledge of religious and non-religious worldviews, who learn to think and discuss philosophically as they grapple with some of the biggest ideas of all time – enhanced through our involvement in an exciting national Philosophy for Children (P4C) project with SAPERE and the Templeton Foundation. You will be joining a very strong and experienced Philosophy and Religion department that enjoys high uptake at GCSE and A-Level.

The Humanities Faculty brings together History, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy and Religion, Politics and Economics – all subjects that share a common link to an understanding of the world today. Our key intent as a Faculty is to make our subjects real and relevant to our students and for them to recognise these links. You will join a Faculty that is friendly and supportive, where your input will be encouraged and valued and where you can hone and develop the skills for whatever steps you would like to take in the future. 

 

We offer:

• an excellent programme of induction and training which seeks to provide an excellent foundation for career progression
• a forward thinking environment which recognises the benefits of considering flexible working patterns
• a friendly, caring, supportive and collaborative team environment
• a professional environment dedicated to Teaching and Learning with a supportive, dedicated and hardworking staff

Larkmead is a school with clear, positive values, which add positive value to our students and staff.  We are a diverse community and greatly value the contribution that colleagues from different backgrounds and with different experiences bring to our school.

If this sounds like the sort of opportunity and environment you are looking for in your career journey and you feel that you possess these attributes, then we very much look forward to meeting you.

To apply for this position, please download the Vale Academy Trust Teaching Staff Application Form from our website https://www.larkmead-school.com

 

Contract: Full-time

Start date: September 2023

Salary: MPS/UPS

Responsible to: Head of Humanties Faculty

A full job description and person specification are available from the “Join Us” section of our website https://www.larkmead-school.com

 

Closing date for applications: Applications will be shortlisted on arrival

Date of interviews: ASAP

Larkmead School is a member of the Vale Academy Trust.  The Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’

 

 

 

We are looking for a passionate, creative and motivational Geography specialist to join our vibrant and popular Humanities Faculty to help cover a maternity absence. Now perhaps more than ever it is vital that our students are able to analyse and evaluate the world around them. We are looking for a teacher who can inspire and excite students and who can encourage inquisitive minds to consider the great issues of our planet. You will be joining a Geography department that has begun this journey, and your passion and creativity will be important to continue to develop the subject in the school. We are looking to explore the future possibilities for creating more learning outside the classroom and to run trips that make the subject come alive for all our students.

As the successful candidate you will be:

· a qualified Geography teacher who is always looking to develop

· confident teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4

· passionate about all aspects of Geography

· committed to making a difference to young people’s lives

· a team player with excellent communication and inter-personal skills

 

The Humanities Faculty brings together Geography, History, Sociology, Philosophy and Religion, Politics, Economics and Business - all subjects that share a common link that provides an understanding of many of the great issues and problems of the world today and hopefully their solutions. Our key intent as a Faculty is to make our subjects real and relevant to our students and for them to recognise these links. You will join a Faculty that is friendly and supportive, where your input will be encouraged and valued and where you can hone and develop the skills for whatever steps you would like to take in the future.

You will also be joining a school that has a well-deserved reputation for its inclusive and caring ethos. Our students are loyal and friendly and respond well to teachers who are caring and who have high expectations. As our last Ofsted report made clear, ‘The stimulating and caring ethos in the school enables pupils to make strong progress and achieve well.’

If this sounds like the sort of challenge and environment you are looking for in your career journey and you feel that you possess the potential to develop these attributes, then we very much look forward to meeting you. The position is suitable for NQT’s and experienced teachers.

 

We offer:

· an excellent programme of induction and training which seeks to provide an excellent foundation for career progression

· a forward thinking environment which recognises the benefits of considering flexible working patterns

· a friendly, caring, supportive and collaborative team environment

· a professional environment dedicated to Teaching and Learning with a supportive, dedicated and hardworking staff

To apply for this position, please download the Vale Academy Trust Teaching Staff Application Form from our website https://www.larkmead-school.com

 

Contract: Ideally full-time although part-time applications will be considered

Start date: January 2024

Salary: MPS/UPS

Responsible to: Head Of Humanities Faculty

A full job description and person specification are available from the “Join Us” section of our website https://www.larkmead-school.com

 

Closing date for applications: Applications will be shortlisted on arrival

Date of interviews: ASAP

Larkmead School is a member of the Vale Academy Trust. The Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including online searches for publicly available information and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

 

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’

 

Contract: Hours by negotiation

Start Date: Across the year

Salary: £10.57 per hour

Responsible to: Exams Manager

Larkmead School is seeking applications for part-time Examination Invigilators to assist with examinations during all exam seasons, both public and internal.

Successful candidates will join a friendly and busy team. They will need to have a good rapport with young people, be observant, have good attention to detail, and work well in a team. Flexibility, patience and a polite manner are a must for the post holders.

Examination Invigilators will conduct exams in accordance with regulations, policies and procedures of the relevant awarding body to maintain the integrity and security of examination sessions. They will safeguard the health, safety and welfare of pupils sitting examinations. Part of the invigilator role is also to support candidates with additional needs known as access arrangements, who usually sit their exams in smaller rooms.

Examination invigilators are required to undergo yearly and in-person training to meet the requirements set out by JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) before they are able to invigilate. This includes specific training in relation to access arrangements.

Depending on your availability we can offer a smaller or larger number of hours. Many of our existing team members have other part time jobs or regular commitments. The hours available are throughout the school week, between 8.20am and 4.30pm. Invigilation at Larkmead is paid at the casual claim rate of £10.57 per hour (incl. of a pro-rata holiday entitlement).

To apply for this position, please complete the online application form on the vacancies page of our website, where you will also find more information, including the job description and person specification. CVs will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms

There is no closing date for applications. Applications will be considered on receipt and suitable candidates will be interviewed across the year.

If you have any questions regarding the vacancy or completion of this form, please email Jane Marshall, HR Manager at Larkmead School: jmarshall@larkmead.vale-academy.org

Larkmead School is a member of the Vale Academy Trust. The Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’

 

 

Lunchtime Supervisors x 2 – Term-Time/Part-time

Larkmead School is seeking to appoint 2 lunchtime supervisors to assist and supervise students during the midday break.

Key duties will include:-

• Supervising students, reporting incidents where appropriate
• Light cleaning duties, eg wiping down dining tables between meals
• Encouraging positive behaviour such as picking up litter

You will join an experienced team of lunchtime supervisors who will provide support and guidance during your first weeks of employment.  Training on issues such as safeguarding will be provided.

Larkmead is a happy, ambitious and vibrant school packed full of energy, opportunity and choice.  Great teaching and learning across the school are supported by our culture of research and collaboration.  Each student gets the very best experience to enable them to achieve their ambitions.  Our pastoral care provides compassion, security and confidence, nurturing students to be happy, to develop and to thrive.  The Larkmead Promise sets out our vision, ethos and ambitions for students and staff.

 

Contract: Casual contract, part-time/term-time working only

Start date: ASAP

Salary: £11.77 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

Responsible to: Senior Lunchtime supervisor

 

A full job description and person specification are available from the “Join Us” section of our website https://www.larkmead-school.com

Closing date for applications: Applications will be processed on arrival

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community

 

 

Our happy and successful school is seeking to appoint a Site Supervisor to assist our Site Manager in ensuring that the school premises are maintained and developed to the highest possible standard so as to provide a safe and stimulating environment for teaching and learning.

The successful applicant will possess an enthusiastic, helpful and flexible manner, with the ability to deal easily with the full range of adults and students who may use or visit the school.

 

Areas of Responsibility:

· Building, grounds and equipment maintenance

· Site security

· Resource management

· Porterage

· Cleaning

· Deputising for Site Manager

Appropriate technical and Health & Safety training will be provided to the successful candidate.

 

Salary Type: Grade 6 Point 8-13 £22,777-£24,948

Contract Hours: 6.30am-14.30pm 37 hours per week all year round

Closing Date: Friday 22nd September

Position Start Date: A.S.A.P

Responsible to: Site Manager

 

To get further information and apply for this position, visit the vacancies page on our website. Larkmead School - Staff Vacancies (larkmead-school.com)

Should you have any further questions, or require any assistance with the recruitment process please email jmarshall@larkmead.vale-academy.org. CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms.

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’

                                           

 

We are seeking to recruit an inspiring Cover Supervisor to join our enthusiastic and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to directly support students and staff at Larkmead and to enhance the learning outcomes for our student body.

The successful applicant will have high expectations of all students and be committed to raising educational achievement in classes across both the curriculum and academic years. Flexibility is key as the daily role is a reactive one requiring you to move to where need is greatest.

Training will be given but it would be an advantage to have classroom experience hence the role would suit an existing Teaching Assistant looking to expand and develop their career within education or a graduate considering a future in Teaching.  Ideally the postholders will be able to work 5 days per week but part-time working patterns will also be considered.

 

Salary Type: Grade 6 Point 8 – 13 £22,777-£24,948 (pro rata), actual salary to reflect the term time nature of the post £15,484-£16,960

Contract Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.25am – 3.10pm with 45 minute unpaid rest break each day

Closing Date: Wednesday 22^nd November

Interview Date: Week commencing 27^th November 2023

Position Start Date: 8^th January 2024

Responsible to: Assistant Headteacher

 

How to Apply

To get further information and apply for this position, visit the vacancies page on our website. https://www.larkmead-school.com

Should you have any further questions, or require any assistance with the recruitment process please email  jmarshall@larkmead.vale-academy.org. CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. 

 

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

 

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’           

 

Larkmead School is seeking applications for the role of Administrative Assistant (Admissions).

The successful candidate will have prior experience of working in an administrative environment although this need not necessarily have been in a school.  Strong organisation and ICT skills, flexibility, patience and a polite manner are a must for the post-holder.

The role will more specifically involve co-ordinating all school admissions from year 7 through to sixth form including liaison with Oxfordshire county council, feeder primaries and other schools and prospective families.  The postholder will also record all medications taken by students and ensure these are kept updated and supplied.  Applicants should be ICT competent and be familiar with MS Office and e-mail.

 

Salary: Grade 5 Point 5-7 £23,500-£24,294. Actual salary to reflect the term time nature of the post £13,313.41-£13,763.23.

Contract Hours: 25 hours per week during term time only, 8am-1pm Monday-Friday.

Closing Date:  Tuesday 12^th December 2023

Interview Date: 14^th/15^th December 2023

Position Start Date: 8^th January 2024

 

How to Apply

To get further information and apply for this position, visit the vacancies page on our website.

 Larkmead School - Staff Vacancies (larkmead-school.com)

Should you have any further questions, or require any assistance with the recruitment process please email  jmarshall@larkmead.vale-academy.org.

Applications should to arrive no later than Tuesday 12^th December at 5pm.

CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. 

 

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.”

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’          

 

                                                                      

Our friendly school has a vacancy for a part-time Cleaner to work with our small yet very busy Site Management team to assist in maintaining clean and presentable premises.  The successful applicants will possess an enthusiastic, helpful and flexible manner, will be energetic and possess the ability to deal easily with the full range of adults and students who may use or visit the school. 

Salary Type: Grade 1 Point 1 which is currently £12.98 per hour

Contract Hours: We are flexible regarding the hours of work, which would fall between 6am and 9am or 15.15-21.45, Monday to Friday during term time only comprising of three hours cleaning per day.  Precise number of hours and working times are negotiable, although there is potential for additional hours at times. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 12^th December 2023  

Interview Date: 14^th/15^th December 2023

Position Start Date: 8^th January 2024 

How to Apply

To get further information and apply for this position, visit the vacancies page on our website.

       Larkmead School - Staff Vacancies (larkmead-school.com)

Should you have any further questions, or require any assistance with the recruitment process, please email  jmarshall@larkmead.vale-academy.org.

Applications should to arrive no later than Tuesday 12^th December at 5pm.

CV’s will not be accepted in substitution for completed application forms. 

Larkmead School and The Vale Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.”

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘one community, individual minds, creating futures.’

The Vale Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.