Overview

Harris Academy Riverside is a popular non-selective and oversubscribed academy which opened as part of the Harris Federation and the regeneration of the Purfleet on Thames area in 2017. We serve our local community of Purfleet on Thames and West Thurrock and have around 900 on roll in the secondary academy and around 200 students in the 6th form.Vision

Harris Academy Riverside seeks to develop students who are successful, confident and happy, who inspire their community and who act with kindness and compassion towards others.Ethos

In our procedures and daily routines, our broad and varied curriculum, our pedagogical model and through our commitment to providing experience of the wider world we aim to promote a strong sense of community and belonging, to provide a blend of high challenge and high support and to encourage the development of outstanding habits of behaviour and learning.Outstanding habits of behaviour such as self-awareness, kindness, appreciation, humility, politeness, confident self-expression and self-presentationOutstanding habits of learning such as determination, resilience, organisation, reading, studying and practiceTo learn more about working in our academy and what we can offer you, view our academy page via the “why work at” button.About This Opportunity

Are you a passionate teacher looking for your next step? We are looking for a qualified, experienced teacher to join Harris Academy Riverside as Head of English.Main Areas of Responsibility

The Purpose Of Your Role Will BeTo be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.Your main areas of responsibility will fall under the areas of:Operational and strategic planning, including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies.Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery.Staff development, including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff.Student outcomes, including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data.Pastoral system, including being a form tutor to a selected group of students.Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model.What We Are Looking For

We would like to hear from you if you:Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and ideally, management trainingDemonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better levelHave experience of initiation and effective management of changeShow evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groupsHave knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implicationsHave good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinkingShow good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievementHave good communication skills in speech and writingDisplay excellent organisational skillsAre able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with studentsAre able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environmentFor a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.What We Can Offer You

Teacher DevelopmentAt Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We offer teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here.Flexible WorkingWe are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment and offer flexible working options to meet the needs of the academy and our employees.BenefitsWe offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including Harris Allowance, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, and other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, an online search and other checks as applicable.Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students and are committed to an inclusive culture.Applying for this Position

Thank you for your interest. If you would like to discuss this opportunity or request a visit, please email the academy via the Why work page on harriscareers. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification to help you complete your application. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer before the closing date. We only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

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