Lodore Grove, Middlesbrough, TS5 8PB

Lodore Grove, Middlesbrough, TS5 8PB

Acklam Grange School

Lodore Grove, Middlesbrough, TS5 8PB

Tel: 01642 277700

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Male PE Teacher (Sports Academy Leader)

Permanent

MPS/UPS

Possibility of a TLR allowance up to TLR2b

Start: January 2018 or earlier

Acklam Grange School is a large, 11 – 16 urban, multi-cultural secondary school (NOR 1451) with first class facilities in new campus-style BSF buildings. We are an improving school seeking to recruit excellent staff.

We have recently been awarded Teaching School status, providing high quality training, development and support to new and experienced school staff.

We place the students at the heart of all that we do. We offer:

  • a school ranked in the top 1% of the country for student progress and in the top 10% for attainment receiving SSAT national awards two years running
  • the top performing school overall in Middlesbrough and in the recent Real Schools’ Guide ranked number 1 – the best state secondary school in Teesside
  • a continuous improving trend of GCSE results including 75% 9-4 English & Maths , 83% 9-4 English, 80% 9-4 Maths with 28 subjects performing above national figures
  • 100% of students achieved A* - C and 55% of students achieved A – A* in GCSE PE
  • 100% of students achieved A* - C in BTEC PE
  • a nationally recognised, bespoke professional development programme – AGS Inspire
  • a comprehensive, inclusive, family working environment firmly rooted in our local community
  • a commitment to both academic and pastoral success with SMSC as a driving force and strength
  • staff well-being package supported by a serving NHS practitioner and nationally recognised.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, outstanding practitioner to be part of our journey to outstanding. You will join a team dedicated in supporting the PE Faculty with its continuing success.

The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically developing, implementing and running a successful Sports Academy. The Sports Academy will focus on the transition of students from Primary into Secondary, developing the extra-curricular provision, promoting a sports and team culture to allow all students to achieve maximum outcomes.

The desirable candidate will also have experience delivering both GCSE and vocational qualifications.

To apply please visit Please refer to the supporting documentation, and complete the application form and return it electronically to

Closing date: Wednesday 4 October 2017

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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