Lesson Leader

Job reference
ACAD/TP/247317/42177
Location
St Leonards on Sea
Salary
£17,774 per annum
Closing date
22/09/2024
Organisation
The St Leonards Academy
Contract type
Term Time - Permanent
Work pattern
Part Time
Hours
32
Job type
Support Staff - Education
**Hours of work**: 32
**Working pattern**: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
**Closing date**: Sunday 22 September 2024
The St Leonards Academy
Edinburgh Road
St Leonards
East Sussex
TN38 8HH
**Phone**: 01424 448740
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
**Working Pattern**: Term time only (39 weeks)
**Working Hours**: 32 hours per week
**Actual Starting Salary (calculated pro rata)**: £17,774 per annum
Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Are you committed to the development and achievement of pupils?
Do you take a creative approach when interacting with children?
The St Leonards Academy are looking to recruit a Lesson Leader to join our friendly and enthusiastic team, contributing to raising standards in the classroom. In the absence of the class teacher, the Lesson Leader will provide lesson cover under the supervisory arrangements established by the Academy. When these cover arrangements are not required, to work as a Teaching Assistant according to the requirements of the Academy.
**We are looking for someone who**:
has a drive for excellence and a desire to deliver lessons of an outstanding quality
is highly organised, motivated and committed to the role
has experience working in teaching or in providing support in the classroom
is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure a high level of communication both internally and externally
is flexible to the changing demands of the role
is able to build positive working relationships with students
has enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently
The St Leonards Academy
At The St Leonards Academy, we believe in the power of knowledge to enrich lives and shape educated citizens. We are committed to a broad and balanced curriculum ensuring every student, regardless of background, encounters the best of human thought and achievement.
The academy takes pride in its meticulously planned curriculum, dedication to excellence, and robust pastoral support system. We prioritise reading and offer comprehensive mental health support. Exceptional assistance is provided for students with additional needs, alongside a wide array of enriching extracurricular activities.
With rigorous safeguarding measures and opportunities for student leadership, The St Leonards Academy creates a safe, supportive environment where all 1400 students can thrive.
We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:
Automatic annual pay increments
High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression
A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day 1, and Employee Assistance programme
Generous public sector pension scheme
Discounts on retail & travel
Cycle 2 Work scheme
Charity giving
As the largest Multi-Academies Trust in Sussex, we are a close-knit family of schools committed to achieving ambitions, delivering excellence, and nurturing potential. Sponsored by the esteemed University of Brighton, we provide high-quality learning experiences for our pupils.
Our success is a result of the dedication and expertise of our staff and central teams, creating vibrant places of learning that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of education. Together, we aim to inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best.
At the heart of everything we do are our pupils. We believe that learning should be exciting, engaging, and fun - an adventure where curiosity is celebrated, and creativity is encouraged. We strive to create an environment where each child feels inspired and supported, enabling them to discover their unique talents and interests.
Our commitment
Additional Information
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).
gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare