Westminster Academy
Teacher and Deputy Director of Learning for English
Westminster Academy, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Teacher and Deputy Director of Learning for English
Type of Position: Deputy Director of LearningSalary: WA M1 (£37,032) to WA UPS3 (£57,527) + £4,000 Extra Responsibility Allowance for DDoLStart Date: ASAPClosing Date: 6th October 2024“Education is Success”An opportunity to work in the only non-private Academy in London that offers both International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes at KS5International Business and Enterprise academy and IB World School serving a multi-ethnic community. Westminster Academy (WA) is an exciting and diverse comprehensive school with a 6th form in central London that offers an innovative IB curriculum. WA is a rare standalone academy in London that has the flexibility to deliver an excellent education that is bespoke to its community and students. The Academy is proud of its work to improve outcomes for students in an inclusive, supportive environment.The English department at Westminster Academy achieves outstanding student outcomes thanks to its energised, passionate team of teachers, whose exceptional subject knowledge and dedication is highly valued by students. We are now looking for an outstanding teacher to join this successful team.We teach a 3 year KS3 curriculum as part of which students are exposed to a wide variety of challenging and engaging texts from a diverse range of different genres, cultures and time periods. At KS4, we deliver the Edexcel English Language and English Literature specifications in preparation for students’ final exams at the end of Y11. The English department has developed a student-centred, personalised and adaptive approach to teaching the curriculum across all key stages and we are proud of the impressive outcomes our students achieve. In 2023, 79% of students achieved a Grade 9-4 in English Language and 82% of students achieved a Grade 9-4 in English Literature.At KS5, the Academy offers IB English Literature, and IB English Language and Literature, offering teachers specialised training with the IB, stimulating curriculum content and the chance to approach English with a truly global perspective. Our English department has achieved world-class results at IB, and is proud to have supported students to earn places on English courses at Oxbridge.The ideal candidate will be:An excellent experienced classroom teacher who is committed to the success of each individual studentExperienced in teaching relevant subject(s) with a relevant university degreeAble to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to their own professional growth and developmentPassionate about their subject to inspire our studentsWhat we offer:WA own pay scales that are above 1% national teaching pay- please checkCPD (little and often) a commitment to professional learningPlanning days as part of INSET that are dedicated for staff to use for planning purposesReasonable class sizes to allow for personalised learningExcellent modern building and facilitiesStandalone academy with autonomy to make strategic decisions.How To Apply:For further details and an application form, please see our website.Please send your completed application form to: hrteam@westminsteracademy.org.uk.Closing Date: 6th October 2024Shortlisting: W/C 7th October 2024We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date.SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. As such there may be additional safeguarding requirements and responsibilities depending on the nature of the role advertised and the extent to which the role will involve contact with children. We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding.The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group. Applicants for any role at Westminster Academy must disclose all spent and unspent convictions.Equalities statement:Westminster Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.We are inclusive and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
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Type of Position: Deputy Director of LearningSalary: WA M1 (£37,032) to WA UPS3 (£57,527) + £4,000 Extra Responsibility Allowance for DDoLStart Date: ASAPClosing Date: 6th October 2024“Education is Success”An opportunity to work in the only non-private Academy in London that offers both International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes at KS5International Business and Enterprise academy and IB World School serving a multi-ethnic community. Westminster Academy (WA) is an exciting and diverse comprehensive school with a 6th form in central London that offers an innovative IB curriculum. WA is a rare standalone academy in London that has the flexibility to deliver an excellent education that is bespoke to its community and students. The Academy is proud of its work to improve outcomes for students in an inclusive, supportive environment.The English department at Westminster Academy achieves outstanding student outcomes thanks to its energised, passionate team of teachers, whose exceptional subject knowledge and dedication is highly valued by students. We are now looking for an outstanding teacher to join this successful team.We teach a 3 year KS3 curriculum as part of which students are exposed to a wide variety of challenging and engaging texts from a diverse range of different genres, cultures and time periods. At KS4, we deliver the Edexcel English Language and English Literature specifications in preparation for students’ final exams at the end of Y11. The English department has developed a student-centred, personalised and adaptive approach to teaching the curriculum across all key stages and we are proud of the impressive outcomes our students achieve. In 2023, 79% of students achieved a Grade 9-4 in English Language and 82% of students achieved a Grade 9-4 in English Literature.At KS5, the Academy offers IB English Literature, and IB English Language and Literature, offering teachers specialised training with the IB, stimulating curriculum content and the chance to approach English with a truly global perspective. Our English department has achieved world-class results at IB, and is proud to have supported students to earn places on English courses at Oxbridge.The ideal candidate will be:An excellent experienced classroom teacher who is committed to the success of each individual studentExperienced in teaching relevant subject(s) with a relevant university degreeAble to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to their own professional growth and developmentPassionate about their subject to inspire our studentsWhat we offer:WA own pay scales that are above 1% national teaching pay- please checkCPD (little and often) a commitment to professional learningPlanning days as part of INSET that are dedicated for staff to use for planning purposesReasonable class sizes to allow for personalised learningExcellent modern building and facilitiesStandalone academy with autonomy to make strategic decisions.How To Apply:For further details and an application form, please see our website.Please send your completed application form to: hrteam@westminsteracademy.org.uk.Closing Date: 6th October 2024Shortlisting: W/C 7th October 2024We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date.SafeguardingWe are committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. As such there may be additional safeguarding requirements and responsibilities depending on the nature of the role advertised and the extent to which the role will involve contact with children. We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding.The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020, as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group. Applicants for any role at Westminster Academy must disclose all spent and unspent convictions.Equalities statement:Westminster Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.We are inclusive and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
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