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Internal Vacancies

Primary Lead Practitioners 0.2 FTE (two positions)

Start Date – 1 September 2023 – 1 year secondment in the first instance

We are seeking two inspirational primary headteachers to join the Primary School Improvement Team and work with Executive Directors of Subject. This will be a seconded opportunity to work one day each week under the direction of the Director of Education. The work will be interesting and varied. The successful candidates will need to work flexibly and use their own initiative to support sustained school improvement. Key elements of the role will include supporting primary headteacher induction, leading school reviews, reporting and presenting, providing CPD, supporting the implementation of the Opening Worlds curriculum, coaching and providing support and challenge to school leaders.

Person specification

Serving WeST headteacher with a demonstrable track record of curriculum improvement and high standards
Experience of effective school-to-school support
Ability to work flexibly, managing time and workload
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently as required
Strong emotional intelligence and inter-personal skills
Confident user of WeST assessment and IT systems
Thorough understanding of the National Curriculum (2013) and Ofsted framework (2019)
Desire to improve outcomes for all learners
Willingness to travel between schools

These roles are presented as a development opportunity for Heads who wish to extend their expertise and experience and to contribute to wider Trust improvement. Appointees will be expected to work with their local leadership teams to facilitate release time without additional funding.

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WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (Primary) (five positions each requiring 18 days a year – approximately 6 days each term - with the Primary School Improvement Team)

WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (English)
WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (Mathematics)
WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (Early Years)
WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (Science)
WeST Primary Curriculum Lead (Early Reading - Phonics)

Start Date – 1 September 2023

We are seeking five curriculum experts to join the Primary School Improvement Team and work with the Executive Directors of Subject. This will be a secondment opportunity for 18 days, arranged throughout the academic year, under the direction of the Director of Education. The work will be varied and interesting, across multiple settings. The successful candidates will need to work flexibly and use their own initiative to support curriculum development and improvement. Key elements of the role will include leading curriculum/phase reviews, reporting and presenting, providing CPD, supporting the implementation of the curriculum, leading professional learning communities, coaching and providing support and challenge to school curriculum leaders. These positions present an excellent professional development opportunities for subject and/or phase experts.

Applicants should discuss this opportunity with their line manager prior to applying. For shortlisted candidates, a statement of support will be requested from the school’s headteacher.

The 18 days of release for each person from their ‘home’ school would be funded to mitigate cover costs etc. at £200 per day.

Person specification

Serving WeST senior leader/subject/phase leader with a strong pedagogy and excellent subject knowledge and evidence of impact
Ability to work flexibly, managing time and workload
Ability to work well as part of a team but also independently as required
Strong emotional intelligence and inter-personal skills
Confident, capable and credible expertise and established leadership in the curriculum/phase applied for
Thorough understanding of the National Curriculum and Ofsted framework (2019)
Desire to improve outcomes for all learners

For an informal discussion about the above roles above please contact Sue Costello, scostello@westst.org.uk to arrange a call. Letters of application to include:

Why you feel suitably qualified for this post.
What has attracted you to the post?
Relevant experience and expertise with evidence of impact.

Letters to Chris Dickson, cdickson@westst.org.uk by 9am on 11 May 2023. Interviews are planned for 25 & 15 May respectively.

Recruitment update:

We are delighted to inform you of the following exciting career opportunities within our Trust:-

Ashburton Primary School are looking for a permanent, 0.8 FTE Teacher in Year 5. If you are an enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher who is committed to ensuring that all children achieve high standards and enjoy their learning, then Ashburton would love you to join their team. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 15 May 2023.

Callington Community College require a Teacher of Geography. Callington are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and inspirational candidate, with outstanding inter-personal skills, to teach Geography. You will be well supported by a range of colleagues who are focussed on teaching and learning, and by a comprehensive programme of induction and training to ensure your individual needs are met. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 15 May 2023.

Chaddlewood Primary School are looking to appoint an inspirational and creative Key Stage 1 teacher to join their accomplished and dedicated team for September 2023. If you have the commitment and dedication to work in a school that is continually striving to ensure the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and well-being, your application would be very welcome. For more information, please click here. Closing date: 12 May 2023.

Coombe Dean School are looking to fill the following vacancies:

Apprentice Science Technician - The successful candidate will support the school's Science department in the delivery of high-quality practical Science. All training will be provided by City College Plymouth in collaboration with the employer themselves throughout the duration of the apprenticeship. Closing date: 19 May 2023.

Behaviour Support - You will have a passion for working with students who have barriers to their learning which are mainly based in behaviour issues - and knowledge of how to overcome them. Closing date: 9 May 2023.

Inclusion Base Coordinator - Our ideal candidate will be an outstanding individual with experience of establishing effective, appropriate relationships with a variety of young people. You will be calm and consistent in your approach, firm but fair, with a commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all students. Closing date: 9 May 2023.

Sports Centre Assistant - An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for sport and fitness to work with the Sports Centre Manager to assist with the day to day facilitation of all Sports Centre and Lettings activities. Closing date: 28 April 2023.

Teaching Assistant - You will be the adult keyworker for a Year 8 student, supporting their learning both within and outside the classroom and during unstructured times to support the development of their social skills. Closing date: 5 June 2023.

Year Team Leader - In this post you will have a varied role focused around supporting students and families to fully engage in school life so that young people can make great progress in terms of their academic, social and emotional development. Closing date: 9 May 2023.