Job overview Astrea Academy Sheffield is looking for an experienced Lead Practitioner to join their English department. The successful candidate will raise standards of scholar attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area. They will work with the Head of English to be accountable to: Develop and enhance the teaching and practice of others and be accountable for developing elements of the subject/curriculum offer. Raise standards of scholar attainment and achievement within the whole curriculum area. Work with the English department to be accountable for scholar progress and development. Ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced and relevant curriculum for scholars studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the school and the curricular policies. We are looking for: Qualified Teacher Status Good Honours Degree In return, we can offer you: Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Continued professional development and training opportunities Free on-site parking Interested in applying? If this is something you're interested in, looking for a new challenge, have a passion for education or maybe all of the above, take a look at the job description to find out more about the role to apply. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early - please apply as soon as you can to avoid disappointment. The Astrea Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All applicants will be subject to online checks and due to safer recruitment practice, two references will be requested. All applicants will be required to complete a criminal disclosure statement. Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks. About Astrea Academy Sheffield Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street, Burngreave, Sheffield South Yorkshire S3 9EJ United Kingdom Do you want to be part of a strong team where you will help make a lasting impact on the life chances of the young people of Burngreave? Our vision is to provide an exceptional, knowledge-rich educational experience, which ensures that all scholars succeed. We are looking to recruit brilliant staff who share that vision and who understand the moral imperative that we have to serve our community. What we offer: Hilarious, wonderful and caring young people A brand new sixth form, opening in September 2023 A strong & established Early Years Provision, including an on-site Nursery Huge support and progression opportunities A knowledge-rich curriculum, built on ‘powerful knowledge’ and a traditional T&L approach built around Rosenshine and TLAC Stimulating conversations about curriculum & pedagogy Collaborative planning with centralised, shared units of work and resources An obsession with reading A feedback policy focused on whole-class feedback – no onerous marking policies Disruption-free learning and a ‘warm/strict’ behaviour system Highly visible/supportive senior leaders who have your back In the secondary phase, a centralised behaviour, sanctions and detention (you do not need to organise/chase them at all) No formal graded lesson observations – just ongoing ‘no-stakes’ instructional coaching, helping you to continuously develop Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and promotion opportunities across Astrea Opportunity to complete NPQs Fabulous food, cooked by our in-house chef What we are looking for: Hardworking professionals with excellent subject knowledge in their areas of expertise People who lead with their heart and do whatever it takes to ensure the life chances of our scholars are maximised Someone who passionately believes that all children can achieve, no matter what their starting point, background, or needs. Someone that does not make excuses for what children can achieve Someone who is totally aligned with our vision and values. If you fit with our culture, you will love working here. We actively welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our Academy, so you can fully appreciate our excellent learning environment. Please contact recruitmentastreasheffield.org to arrange a visit to either of our phases.