APPLICATION PACK
APPLICATION PACK POST OF
Head of Differentiation
DETAILS ABOUT THE POST GRADE TYPE OF POST START DATE REASON FOR VACANCY
TLR 1d Permanent ASAP Resignation
INFORMATION PROCESS CLOSING DATE INTERVIEW DATE INTERVIEW PANEL
Monday 6th March 2017 Thursday 16th March 2017
EMPLOYMENT CHECKS REQUIRED Completed application form Employment history including explanation of any gaps Proof of academic and professional qualifications Receipt of two professional references
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Contents:
Page:
1. Headteacher’s letter to candidates
3-4
2. Job Description
5-8
3. Person Specification
9 - 10
4. Our Mission and Values
11
5. Safeguarding Strategy Statement
12
6. How to apply
13
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February 2017
Dear Applicant, RE: Head of differentiation Thank you for expressing interest in the vacancy we have for Head of Differentiation, here at Northumberland Park Community School.
Please find enclosed an application form and information about the post. I hope this provides the information that you need in order to decide whether to apply. If you would like any further information, please contact the Jason Duffy, Business Manager – Human Resources on 020 8275 4832 or [email protected].
The school places teaching and learning at the heart of what it does and continuously supports and trains its teachers to become excellent. The school has achieved a dramatic improvement in achievement over the past few years, breaking through the presumptions that social deprivation limits attainment. We intend to continue to raise achievement beyond national averages and that of schools whose children and families are in more fortunate circumstances as, for our children more than others, education and achievement is a vital basis for their future life chances.
The school was judged as a `good school’ in its last Ofsted inspection in January 2012. We have set ourselves the goal of moving from being good to being outstanding in all aspects.
The school enjoys a rich mix of culturally diverse pupils drawn from one of London’s most ethnically vibrant wards. This socio-economic profile shields a positive and vital aspect of our school’s community. The school’s specialism is for the arts (music, media and art). The school is fully integrated with the secondary base of the Vale Special School for children with physical disabilities and complex needs which share the campus and buildings. 3
Staff at Northumberland Park Community School are extremely hard working and committed and great emphasis is placed on common goals and teamwork. There is a strong philosophy of continuing professional development and ‘raising the bar’ for students and staff. Teaching and non-teaching staff are valued equally for their contribution to the success of the school.
I hope that you are encouraged to seek appointment to the staff of our school. I look forward with interest to receiving and reading your application. Should you wish to visit the school, please contact Mr Jason Duffy, Business Manager – Human Resources.
In completing your application please note the details of the application process and the closing date in the pack. If you have not heard from us by the interview date stated in the applicant’s information sheet, I am sorry to say that your application will have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for contacting us.
Yours sincerely,
Monica Duncan Headteacher
Additional information about our school can be found on the school website www.northumberlandpark.haringey.sch.uk
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JOB DESCRIPTION – Head of Differentiation Purpose:
Reporting to: Responsibilities:
To perform functions of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.
To lead, develop and manage the department and its teaching in the school and be accountable for standards within it.
To fulfill the functions outlined below (and those delegated from time to time) in order that school provides efficient and effective education for its students.
To lead and manage the provision for students with Special Educational Needs and students with English as an Additional Language at Key Stages 3 and 4, in order to ensure the highest possible standards of student achievement, personal development and wellbeing.
The Head Teacher/SLT Line Manager Strategic Direction and Development of the subject
To promote a whole school culture of positive attitudes towards meeting the individual educational needs of all the students on a differentiated basis.
To prepare and gain the commitment of all staff to an inclusion improvement plan as part of the School Improvement Plan to maximize the achievement of students.
To set high expectations and goals for staff and for SEN and EMA students in relation to standards of achievement and behaviour.
To contribute to whole school planning, review, monitoring and evaluation.
To monitor, evaluate and set aspirational standards for teaching and learning and achievement of EAL and SEN students at KS3 and KS4 against school, local and national standards, including by regular lesson observation, sampling work, testing and target setting based on data analysis. Teaching and Learning
To develop resources and schemes of work to induct newly admitted students to the school and to develop strategies to support language skills of EAL students, and enable and support their access across the curriculum.
To identify differential achievement between EMA and other groupings in the school and devise effective differentiated strategies to tackle under achievement and maximize outcomes for all students.
To lead activities and stimulate curriculum development to capitalize on the richness and diversity of cultures in the school and to celebrate them to grow student self esteem and intercultural understanding.
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To develop an expert and diverse range of skills in the departmental team to support individual SEN and EMA needs with a shared goal of stretching aspirations for all for the highest attainment in achievement, personal development and well being, challenging presumed limitations.
To lead and share with colleagues across the curriculum at KS3 and KS4, effective teaching strategies to promote the highest achievement by EAL and SEN students.
To lead and develop effective assessment policies to measure the progress from the earliest stages by EAL students.
To closely track and monitor the progress of EAL and SEN students analyzing providing summative outcomes and providing a summary report and targets each term.
Leading and Managing Staff
To support / challenge and professionally develop staff so that they are effective in their role(s) and provide high quality teaching and learning ; the above to include participating in and leading the school’s programmes of staff training and development.
To communicate effectively with staff.
To be a positive role model in effectively implementing school policies.
Student Progress and Standards of Achievement
Within the framework of whole school policies, to set and monitor appropriately challenging targets for students, which will make a measurable contribution to the fulfilment of those for the whole school; to manage interventions to maximize student progress.
To take the lead in the department on raising the achievement of EMA and SEN students by sharing best practice, differentiating resources and having an overview of progress through outstanding tracking and monitoring.
To promote, manage and be responsible for high standards of student behaviour.
To implement creatively the school’s systems for rewarding good student performance and to ensure all staff use them effectively.
To ensure effective communication with parents/ carers, so they are kept up to date with curriculum developments and their children’s progress.
The Efficient and Effective Deployment of Staff and Resources
Other Duties:
To provide a stimulating environment, including maintaining displays that promote interest and learning.
To undertake other duties consistent with the scope of the post and within the competence of the post-holder as required.
To undertake any other duty as specified by the STPCD not mentioned in the above.
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task may not have been identified ; therefore 6
employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager, including ad hoc projects, to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in the job description.
Equal Opportunities:
To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the school.
To carry out these duties with due regard to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and priorities.
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Our Mission Motivate ● Aspire ● Transform
Our Vision We will provide an outstanding education for the young people of Northumberland Park community, and those who come to us from beyond, in order to transform their life chances. We will aim to work with a range of stakeholders, partners and collaborators to be efficient in our use of resources to the benefit of our students. We will give the students of Northumberland Park School, the voice, skills and self-confidence to learn throughout their lives and to make a difference to their community.
Our Values We value:
The community we serve and its right to locally provided, high quality education The cultural diversity and richness of our community Our students, their potential and aspirations Our staff and their right to professional development and growth Respect, Fairness, Courtesy and the right to equality of opportunity as the entitlement of each member of the school community We will make teaching and learning our first priority We believe in ‘professional integrity’ and ‘transparency’
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SAFEGUARDING STRATEGY STATEMENT The Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding strategy forms a fundamental part of our approach to providing excellent pastoral care to all students. We believe that all students, regardless of age, special needs or disability, racial/cultural heritage, religious belief and sexual orientation have the right to protection from all types of harm and abuse. The objective of the Safeguarding strategy is to help keep our students safe by providing a safe environment for them and to educate them about keeping themselves safe. The Safeguarding Strategy consists of:1. Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding Procedures 2. Northumberland Park Community School’s Child Protection Policy 3. School Safeguarding Policy 4. Training to equip staff and volunteers to carry out their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students The Safeguarding strategy provides a clear framework within which individual schools will develop systems and local procedures to: Prevent unsuitable people working with children Identify students who are at risk of, and/or are likely to suffer significant harm and take appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are safe Record and share information appropriately Respond to allegations against staff and volunteers Promote safe practice and challenge poor and unsafe practice Adherence to the Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding strategy is mandatory for all staff and volunteers. We recognise that Safeguarding covers much more than child protection and so this strategy will operate in conjunction with related policies and procedures, such as effective whole school policies on Anti-bullying, Behaviour Management, ICT and School Security, Restraint Policy. Our approach to safeguarding is based on, and reflects the current principles recognised in UK legislation, including those around maintaining confidentiality and reporting concerns about students likely to suffer significant harm to the child protection agencies. We are committed to working in partnership with parents; child protection agencies and diverse communities, to continuously develop and improve the Safeguarding culture within our schools.
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HOW TO APPLY If after reading the details you would like to apply for this post, please
1. Complete the application form in full (you may include a CV if you wish) 2. Enclose a stamped address post card or email address, if you wish your application to be acknowledged. 3. Include the following in your application:
A short statement of your personal and professional philosophy and educational values.
Why you are attracted to the post and relevance of your career to date as preparation for this post.
Successful strategies for raising student’s achievement.
The closing date for receipt of applications is midday Monday 6th March 2017 Interviews are planned for Thursday 16th March 2017 Your completed application forms should be sent to: Mr Jason Duffy Business Manager – Human Resources Northumberland Park Community School Trulock Road Tottenham London N17 OPG [email protected] 0208 275 4832 We look forward to receiving your application.
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Head of Differentiation
DETAILS ABOUT THE POST GRADE TYPE OF POST START DATE REASON FOR VACANCY
TLR 1d Permanent ASAP Resignation
INFORMATION PROCESS CLOSING DATE INTERVIEW DATE INTERVIEW PANEL
Monday 6th March 2017 Thursday 16th March 2017
EMPLOYMENT CHECKS REQUIRED Completed application form Employment history including explanation of any gaps Proof of academic and professional qualifications Receipt of two professional references
1
Contents:
Page:
1. Headteacher’s letter to candidates
3-4
2. Job Description
5-8
3. Person Specification
9 - 10
4. Our Mission and Values
11
5. Safeguarding Strategy Statement
12
6. How to apply
13
2
February 2017
Dear Applicant, RE: Head of differentiation Thank you for expressing interest in the vacancy we have for Head of Differentiation, here at Northumberland Park Community School.
Please find enclosed an application form and information about the post. I hope this provides the information that you need in order to decide whether to apply. If you would like any further information, please contact the Jason Duffy, Business Manager – Human Resources on 020 8275 4832 or [email protected].
The school places teaching and learning at the heart of what it does and continuously supports and trains its teachers to become excellent. The school has achieved a dramatic improvement in achievement over the past few years, breaking through the presumptions that social deprivation limits attainment. We intend to continue to raise achievement beyond national averages and that of schools whose children and families are in more fortunate circumstances as, for our children more than others, education and achievement is a vital basis for their future life chances.
The school was judged as a `good school’ in its last Ofsted inspection in January 2012. We have set ourselves the goal of moving from being good to being outstanding in all aspects.
The school enjoys a rich mix of culturally diverse pupils drawn from one of London’s most ethnically vibrant wards. This socio-economic profile shields a positive and vital aspect of our school’s community. The school’s specialism is for the arts (music, media and art). The school is fully integrated with the secondary base of the Vale Special School for children with physical disabilities and complex needs which share the campus and buildings. 3
Staff at Northumberland Park Community School are extremely hard working and committed and great emphasis is placed on common goals and teamwork. There is a strong philosophy of continuing professional development and ‘raising the bar’ for students and staff. Teaching and non-teaching staff are valued equally for their contribution to the success of the school.
I hope that you are encouraged to seek appointment to the staff of our school. I look forward with interest to receiving and reading your application. Should you wish to visit the school, please contact Mr Jason Duffy, Business Manager – Human Resources.
In completing your application please note the details of the application process and the closing date in the pack. If you have not heard from us by the interview date stated in the applicant’s information sheet, I am sorry to say that your application will have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for contacting us.
Yours sincerely,
Monica Duncan Headteacher
Additional information about our school can be found on the school website www.northumberlandpark.haringey.sch.uk
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JOB DESCRIPTION – Head of Differentiation Purpose:
Reporting to: Responsibilities:
To perform functions of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.
To lead, develop and manage the department and its teaching in the school and be accountable for standards within it.
To fulfill the functions outlined below (and those delegated from time to time) in order that school provides efficient and effective education for its students.
To lead and manage the provision for students with Special Educational Needs and students with English as an Additional Language at Key Stages 3 and 4, in order to ensure the highest possible standards of student achievement, personal development and wellbeing.
The Head Teacher/SLT Line Manager Strategic Direction and Development of the subject
To promote a whole school culture of positive attitudes towards meeting the individual educational needs of all the students on a differentiated basis.
To prepare and gain the commitment of all staff to an inclusion improvement plan as part of the School Improvement Plan to maximize the achievement of students.
To set high expectations and goals for staff and for SEN and EMA students in relation to standards of achievement and behaviour.
To contribute to whole school planning, review, monitoring and evaluation.
To monitor, evaluate and set aspirational standards for teaching and learning and achievement of EAL and SEN students at KS3 and KS4 against school, local and national standards, including by regular lesson observation, sampling work, testing and target setting based on data analysis. Teaching and Learning
To develop resources and schemes of work to induct newly admitted students to the school and to develop strategies to support language skills of EAL students, and enable and support their access across the curriculum.
To identify differential achievement between EMA and other groupings in the school and devise effective differentiated strategies to tackle under achievement and maximize outcomes for all students.
To lead activities and stimulate curriculum development to capitalize on the richness and diversity of cultures in the school and to celebrate them to grow student self esteem and intercultural understanding.
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To develop an expert and diverse range of skills in the departmental team to support individual SEN and EMA needs with a shared goal of stretching aspirations for all for the highest attainment in achievement, personal development and well being, challenging presumed limitations.
To lead and share with colleagues across the curriculum at KS3 and KS4, effective teaching strategies to promote the highest achievement by EAL and SEN students.
To lead and develop effective assessment policies to measure the progress from the earliest stages by EAL students.
To closely track and monitor the progress of EAL and SEN students analyzing providing summative outcomes and providing a summary report and targets each term.
Leading and Managing Staff
To support / challenge and professionally develop staff so that they are effective in their role(s) and provide high quality teaching and learning ; the above to include participating in and leading the school’s programmes of staff training and development.
To communicate effectively with staff.
To be a positive role model in effectively implementing school policies.
Student Progress and Standards of Achievement
Within the framework of whole school policies, to set and monitor appropriately challenging targets for students, which will make a measurable contribution to the fulfilment of those for the whole school; to manage interventions to maximize student progress.
To take the lead in the department on raising the achievement of EMA and SEN students by sharing best practice, differentiating resources and having an overview of progress through outstanding tracking and monitoring.
To promote, manage and be responsible for high standards of student behaviour.
To implement creatively the school’s systems for rewarding good student performance and to ensure all staff use them effectively.
To ensure effective communication with parents/ carers, so they are kept up to date with curriculum developments and their children’s progress.
The Efficient and Effective Deployment of Staff and Resources
Other Duties:
To provide a stimulating environment, including maintaining displays that promote interest and learning.
To undertake other duties consistent with the scope of the post and within the competence of the post-holder as required.
To undertake any other duty as specified by the STPCD not mentioned in the above.
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task may not have been identified ; therefore 6
employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager, including ad hoc projects, to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in the job description.
Equal Opportunities:
To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the school.
To carry out these duties with due regard to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and priorities.
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Our Mission Motivate ● Aspire ● Transform
Our Vision We will provide an outstanding education for the young people of Northumberland Park community, and those who come to us from beyond, in order to transform their life chances. We will aim to work with a range of stakeholders, partners and collaborators to be efficient in our use of resources to the benefit of our students. We will give the students of Northumberland Park School, the voice, skills and self-confidence to learn throughout their lives and to make a difference to their community.
Our Values We value:
The community we serve and its right to locally provided, high quality education The cultural diversity and richness of our community Our students, their potential and aspirations Our staff and their right to professional development and growth Respect, Fairness, Courtesy and the right to equality of opportunity as the entitlement of each member of the school community We will make teaching and learning our first priority We believe in ‘professional integrity’ and ‘transparency’
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SAFEGUARDING STRATEGY STATEMENT The Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding strategy forms a fundamental part of our approach to providing excellent pastoral care to all students. We believe that all students, regardless of age, special needs or disability, racial/cultural heritage, religious belief and sexual orientation have the right to protection from all types of harm and abuse. The objective of the Safeguarding strategy is to help keep our students safe by providing a safe environment for them and to educate them about keeping themselves safe. The Safeguarding Strategy consists of:1. Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding Procedures 2. Northumberland Park Community School’s Child Protection Policy 3. School Safeguarding Policy 4. Training to equip staff and volunteers to carry out their responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students The Safeguarding strategy provides a clear framework within which individual schools will develop systems and local procedures to: Prevent unsuitable people working with children Identify students who are at risk of, and/or are likely to suffer significant harm and take appropriate action with the aim of making sure they are safe Record and share information appropriately Respond to allegations against staff and volunteers Promote safe practice and challenge poor and unsafe practice Adherence to the Northumberland Park Community School’s Safeguarding strategy is mandatory for all staff and volunteers. We recognise that Safeguarding covers much more than child protection and so this strategy will operate in conjunction with related policies and procedures, such as effective whole school policies on Anti-bullying, Behaviour Management, ICT and School Security, Restraint Policy. Our approach to safeguarding is based on, and reflects the current principles recognised in UK legislation, including those around maintaining confidentiality and reporting concerns about students likely to suffer significant harm to the child protection agencies. We are committed to working in partnership with parents; child protection agencies and diverse communities, to continuously develop and improve the Safeguarding culture within our schools.
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HOW TO APPLY If after reading the details you would like to apply for this post, please
1. Complete the application form in full (you may include a CV if you wish) 2. Enclose a stamped address post card or email address, if you wish your application to be acknowledged. 3. Include the following in your application:
A short statement of your personal and professional philosophy and educational values.
Why you are attracted to the post and relevance of your career to date as preparation for this post.
Successful strategies for raising student’s achievement.
The closing date for receipt of applications is midday Monday 6th March 2017 Interviews are planned for Thursday 16th March 2017 Your completed application forms should be sent to: Mr Jason Duffy Business Manager – Human Resources Northumberland Park Community School Trulock Road Tottenham London N17 OPG [email protected] 0208 275 4832 We look forward to receiving your application.
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