Position Overview & Specifications

Application closing date 16/06/2023 Working Pattern Blank Salary Grade: MPS/UPS/UQT/ECT + SEN allowance (SEN Allowance is not applicable for UQT) Contractual hours 37 Basis Blank Job category/type Teaching Attachments Blank Job description Directorate: People Services Hours: Full time Contract type: Permanent Location: Bridge Street School, Derby We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, ambitious, and inspirational colleague to join our successful Bridge Street School team. This post is integral to our school and plays an important role in enhancing the opportunities for young people. This post would suit a passionate and motivated colleague who is experienced in working successfully with pupils and looking forward to working with children with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs to ensure their success. As a Language Acquisition Teacher, you will teach students from years 7, 8, 9 and 10; therefore a ‘stage not age’ class. The specific needs of the students are, but are not limited to:
  • Acquisition of language skills
  • Bridging of gaps in academic knowledge
  • Increasing overall engagement in education
  • Development of life skills required to ensure ongoing success in chosen post 16 provisions and life beyond school.
  • Development of a wider understanding of communities and cultures outside their own
Students will receive an educational diet that includes the National Curriculum core subjects (Maths, English, Science, ICT, PSHE) along with specific, focussed interventions designed to address the needs outlined above. You will need to share our commitment and vision and would to a team of likeminded colleagues. Our collection of schools is not only changing but also growing. As a result, this could lead to further progression opportunities within our schools over time. The successful candidate will be able to engage and enthuse our pupils and work cooperatively within a diverse team of professionals from across the education and wider care landscape. Our mantra “we never give up” underpins our approach to working with pupils and guides and underpins our values. This is a fundamental part of The Bridge Street School vision so it is important that the successful candidate can fully embrace and embody this philosophy. We understand that our staff team are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and cooperation with a high regard for personal and professional development. If you feel that you have the ability and drive to enable our students to reach their full potential, joining our school also offers many personal benefits including:
  • A committed and passionate staff team
  • A strong commitment to your continuing professional development and training opportunities
  • Regular well-being support
  • A supportive environment where your talents will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded
The Bridge Street School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references. For further details, please view the attached documents or visit our website https://www.kingsmead.derby.sch.uk Applicants need to complete the application form and write no more than 2 sides of A4 on your philosophy of education and how your skills, experiences and personal qualities make you suitable for this role. Application forms to be emailed to Sharon Barker: s.barker@kingsmead.derby.sch.uk We strongly encourage all potential candidates to visit the school prior to interview. If you would like to discuss this role further or arrange a visit please contact Sharon Barker on 01332 973830 or by email. The closing date for applications is Friday 16 June 2023 Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted. Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 19 June 2023