Please note that only fully completed Jo Richardson School application forms will be considered. Due to our safeguarding procedures, we do not accept CVs.
JRCS
This is a great opportunity to join an outstanding secondary school as part of a friendly and hard-working department. Established as a brand-new school in 2002, we moved into our award-winning £30 million accommodation in 2005. The school is located within easy reach of central London via the District Line and yet just minutes by car from the Essex countryside.
The school prides itself on providing both teaching and non-teaching staff with effective support to ensure that the professional development needs of all staff are fully met and that there is a high level of challenge in the opportunities they are offered. Wednesday afternoons are devoted to CPD and the school has a very strong record of developing staff. JRCS is such a special place to work. Staff wellbeing is important to us; we are a caring and supportive school. Staff turnover is low, and staff enjoy being part of our supportive and friendly community.
In 2023/24 JRCS achieved another set of excellent outcomes at both KS4 and KS5. 67% of our students achieved a level 4+ in both English and Maths and 50% achieved a level 5 pass in both English and Maths. At KS5 our A*-C grade was 86%; with 58% achieving A*-B grades. Our Sixth Form continues to work in partnership with four other schools to deliver the highest quality post-16 education pathways for our students.
We pride ourselves on being a truly inclusive school and this is actively underpinned by our motto ‘Success for All’. Academic rigour runs alongside a commitment to character education and extra-curricular activities. Our extensive range of extra-curricular activities, together with our educational trips programme is second to none and ensures all students get the chance to extend their academic, social, and cultural experiences outside of the classroom.
In May 2024, Ofsted graded the school as outstanding in every category!
“The work done by this school in supporting pupils to develop into successful young adults is exceptional.”
“Behaviour in class is very positive. Pupils work collaboratively in lessons to get the most out of learning. The school is a calm and productive environment.”
This is established through the development of highly positive professional relationships between staff and students that ensures a culture of high aspiration and respect. We are looking for staff who are committed to providing our students with the highest standards of teaching and pastoral care.
History at JRCS
OFSTED have deemed Jo Richardson Community School to be ‘outstanding’ following a recent inspection. Inspectors commented on the high expectations of behaviour and culture of mutual respect in our school. Also the highly aspirational and ambitious curriculum that is delivered to students in order for all students to succeed which closely follows our school motto of ‘success for all’. If successful in securing the role, you would also be part of a school that values professional development with a drive towards teaching and learning whilst not ignoring our pastoral duties. You will be joining a high performing department with the largest GCSE options cohort year on year but where you will also be able to thrive in your own practice through the promotion of innovative teaching, a strong desire to teach good history, and a dedication to provide a range of diverse opportunities for students studying history to develop them further. This includes trips to Belgium to visit the trenches, multiple London museums and a Year 13 trip to Rome and Berlin.
High quality induction, including a two-week ECT school-based immersion programme in July, is available to all staff at JRCS as part of our strong commitment to continuing professional development.
Please log onto our website for further details about the school, this post, a link to our recent Ofsted report and the application process itself. All applications should be made online by clicking the ‘Apply Now' link. Please contact Margaret Stone or Vicky Garland on recruitment@jorichardson.org.uk if you wish to arrange a visit to the school.
JRCS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closing date: 7am on Friday 7th February 2025
Interviews: Friday 14th February 2025
Headteacher: Lisa Keane
Castle Green, Gale St, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 4UN