Kings Worthy Primary School
Recruitment of Early Years Foundation Stage Leader
Information for Candidates
Recruitment of Early Years Foundation Stage Leader 2014
Kings Worthy Primary School Be the Best You Can Be
Contents:
Letter from the Headteacher
Application details.
Details about the post, Selection process and Timetable.
Teachers Standards
Assessment standards for Upper Pay Range – with reference to section 6b of the application form
Job Description.
Person Specification.
General School Information
Appendix 1 Advert
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Dear Colleague,
Thank-you for showing an interest in the vacancy at our school at such an exciting time. Kings Worthy is an oversubscribed primary school in a favourable area on the edge of Winchester, and has the added benefits of an onsite Pre-school setting and a phase three Children‟s Centre, which were completed in January 2011.
I have been the Headteacher at the school since April 2011, and in September 2013 a new Deputy Headteacher joined our school to work alongside a strong and established Leadership team consisting of the Assistant Headteacher in KS2 and the KS1 Leader. The Early Years Foundation Stage Leader job has become vacant because in May 2013 the previous post holder was offered a post of Children‟s Centre Teacher Advisor with Hampshire County Council. The leadership role here at Kings Worthy has been vacant during this academic year because her resignation came in late May which didn‟t leave the school sufficient time to recruit to the post. The leadership responsibilities that come with the post are being fulfilled by myself, the Key Stage 1 leader and the staff in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
The pupils at Kings Worthy are absolutely delightful and are enthusiastic learners. Parental support is very strong, and the Governing Body is effective. Pastoral care is a strength, and since my appointment the school‟s commitment to accelerate children‟s progress and achievement has been very successful. The sharp focus on raising standards and achievement has had a very positive impact, and I am very proud that the Ofsted inspection in March 2012 judged the school to be good with some excellent features. The school has enormous potential and the role of the leaders will be crucial in helping to embed and build upon the improvements. Joining our staff at this exciting and pivotal time will require hard work and enthusiasm as we push forward, securing and sustaining the good and better outcomes for all pupils while not losing sight of educating “the whole child”. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and creative classroom practitioner who has the skills to develop this in others. The successful candidate will also use their proven strong leadership skills to lead and inspire the whole school community in all areas of school improvement. We see this as an excellent opportunity for a person looking to advance their career and gain opportunities to develop their potential.
Please find enclosed a pack containing information about our school, including a person specification, job description, teaching observation form and an application form. The closing date for applicants is noon on Wednesday 12th February and short listing will take place on the following day. Successful applicants will be contacted by telephone and e-mail immediately after short listing has been completed and will be invited to interview on Monday 3rd March. Part of the interview process will include a teaching observation by me and my Deputy, preferably in your current school environment during the week beginning 24th February. You will be expected to have gained prior approval for this from your headteacher. However, if this is not possible, we can arrange for your teaching observation to be at Kings Worthy on the day of the interview. We have enclosed an additional form to indicate your availability for this which must be returned with your application form.
Please read through the job description and person specification and if you feel you would enjoy the challenge and rewards of working with us, we would be pleased to receive an application from you. Visits are welcome and strongly encouraged; please telephone the school office to make an appointment. Finally, may I wish you good luck with your application. Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of further assistance. I very much look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Julie A Mullane Headteacher
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Application Details:
Applicants: Should be aware that there is an intention to observe all interview candidates teach a lesson in their own school. See covering letter.
Application Procedure: Please complete and return the application form no later than 9am on Wednesday 12th February to:
Mrs Julie Mullane Kings Worthy Primary School, Church Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, SO23 7QS
Alternatively, return an email copy to:
It is very important to refer to the Job Description and Person Specification when making your application. You are advised that the statement in support of your application should not re-state details included elsewhere in the application but should outline your own educational philosophy and address your views on:
The role of the Foundation Stage Leader Ensuring successful learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage Engaging with parents
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Details about the post, Selection process and Timetable.
Early Years Foundation Stage Leader Grade: TLR 2 MPS/UPR Type of post: Full time, Permanent Teacher Safeguarding of pupils: This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this School commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this statement: commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks along with other relevant employment checks. Context for the vacancy: Reason for The vacancy has arisen because the current leader has accepted a teacher advisor post vacancy: with Hampshire County Council Start date: 1st September 2014 Terms and conditions: School This post is offered subject to the terms and conditions laid down in School Teachers‟ Pay statement: and Conditions document 2010. Equal opportunities: Rationale Kings Worthy Primary School is committed to equal opportunities for all pupils and staff, regardless of race, gender, age, physical disability, political or religious affiliations or marital status, and is fundamental to the ethos of the school. Purpose To provide an environment in which all pupils feel equally valued and have equivalent opportunities School as others, regardless of race, gender, age or physical disability, in all areas of the curriculum. To ensure that there is an equal opportunity for employment development and promotion for all statement: staff and that they are not discriminated against on grounds of race, gender, age, physical disability, marital status, religion or politics. Guidelines Recruitment, development and promotion of staff will be based solely on the criteria of merit and ability and suitability for the job no job application or employee will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, ethnic or national original, marital status, domestic circumstances, age, sexuality, disability, political or trade union activity or religious beliefs Information about the recruitment and selection process: Visits to the school warmly welcomed by appointment. Closing date for Wednesday 12th February at noon applications: Short listing: Thursday 13th February Interview Monday 3rd March date: Headteacher: Mrs Julie Mullane Interview Deputy Headteacher: Miss Sarah Vittle panel: Key Stage 1 leader: Mrs Emma Gaunt Governor: Mrs Julie Mitton Lesson Week beginning 24th February in candidates own school. Observations
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Teachers’ Standards
Preamble Teachers make the education of their pupils their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. Teachers act with honesty and integrity; have strong subject knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills as teachers up-to-date and are self-critical; forge positive professional relationships; and work with parents in the best interests of their pupils.
Part One: Teaching
A teacher must:
1. Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.
2. Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils be accountable for pupils‟ attainment, progress and outcomes be aware of pupils‟ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.
3. Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils‟ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas, and promote the value of scholarship demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English, whatever the teacher‟s specialist subject if teaching early reading, demonstrate a clear understanding of systematic synthetic phonics if teaching early mathematics, demonstrate a clear understanding of appropriate teaching strategies.
4. Plan and teach well structured lessons impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time promote a love of learning and children‟s intellectual curiosity set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).
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5. Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils‟ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils‟ education at different stages of development have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language; those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.
6. Make accurate and productive use of assessment know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils‟ progress use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback.
7. Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school‟s behaviour policy have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils‟ needs in order to involve and motivate them maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.
8. Fulfil wider professional responsibilities make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support deploy support staff effectively take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils‟ achievements and well-being.
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Part Two: Personal and Professional Conduct
A teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. The following statements define the behaviour and attitudes which set the required standard for conduct throughout a teacher‟s career.
Teachers uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by: o treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher‟s professional position o having regard for the need to safeguard pupils‟ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions o showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others o not undermining fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs o ensuring that personal beliefs are not expressed in ways which exploit pupils‟ vulnerability or might lead them to break the law.
Teachers must have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school in which they teach, and maintain high standards in their own attendance and punctuality.
Teachers must have an understanding of, and always act within, the statutory frameworks which set out their professional duties and responsibilities
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Assessment against Upper Pay Range
If you are applying for the post as UPS, please reference section 6b of the application form where you are requested to add:
A statement to illustrate how your experience meets the threshold criteria of the school Please provide evidence of how your experience, skills and abilities demonstrate that you are „highly competent‟ and have a „sustained‟ impact on teaching and learning across the school. In addition, you must also illustrate how your experience meets the school‟s threshold criteria, which are as follows
In order to be assessed you will need to: – hold Qualified Teacher Status on the date of your request; and – be statutorily employed under the STPCD; and meet the criteria as defined in the school‟s pay policy
At Kings Worthy Primary School we require you to submit further documentation in support of your application, as follows
Evidence of the last two performance management reviews
Pupil performance data
Evidence of competently meeting the relevant teaching standards
Contribution to strong pupil achievement
Contribution to the school e.g. running extra-curricular activities, attending PTFA events
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Job Description (Full job description to be agreed after an appointment has been made)
Job Title: Early Years Foundation Stage Leader Role: To provide leadership across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Salary Scale: TLR 2 MP/UPR
General responsibilities To be the learning leader in the EYFS To actively lead the implementation of the agreed aims and vision of the school To model very good/outstanding teaching in the EYFS To help develop a curriculum in EYFS which is exciting and engages children in their learning To share responsibility with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher for monitoring and evaluating the quality of teaching and learning in the EYFS To lead and share effective practice To promote peer observation and coaching To secure consistency in classroom management and organisation in the EYFS and into KS1 To develop a strategic view of the school by monitoring, evaluating and maintaining the momentum of children‟s progress from EYFS into KS1 and KS2 To undertake evaluative assessment of school performance in the EYFS and to identify priorities for improving standards To be responsible for consistently implementing the whole school behaviour and discipline policy in the EYFS To promote an effective partnership with parents e.g. curriculum letters, behaviour policy, developing their understanding of teaching and learning in the EYFS To ensure there is efficient communication between teaching and support staff in the EYFS To be line manager for a small group of LSAs
Specific Responsibilities To be a member of the school Senior Leadership Team To take the role of team leader in the Performance Management process Lead the planning process to promote links in learning Support and monitor planning across the EYFS Track and evaluate individual pupil progress Identify focus groups of pupils who need to improve their rate of progress/standard of attainment Identify able children for extension opportunities Support the target setting process for pupils (Year groups, Class, groups, Individuals) Promote children‟s self-assessment strategies Analyse and interpret school, LA and National data. Identify and implement required actions and evaluate their impact Manage the administration of the EYFS profile and assessments Mentor NQTs To liaise with pre-school settings Be responsible for transition into EYFS from Pre School and from EYFS into KS1 To communicate with parents regularly and frequently to enable them to support their children.
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Person Specification
1. Demonstrate a passion for excellence in learning particularly in the EYFS (E)
2. Experience teaching in Early Years Foundation Stage (E)
3. Experience teaching in Y1 and/or Y2 (E)
4. A consistently very good and/or excellent teacher with high expectations of children‟s learning and development (E)
5. Up to date knowledge of the individual and diverse ways that young children learn and develop (E)
6. Knowledge and understanding to actively support and extend children‟s learning in and across all the EYFS areas of learning (E)
7. Commitment to meeting all children‟s needs including vulnerable groups those with SEN and the more able children. (E)
8. Ability to build up excellent relationships with children (E)
9. Ability to promote strong relationships with parents & carers and the wider community (E)
10. Ability to plan and teach the curriculum in liaison with colleagues. (E)
11. Ability to lead a team (E)
12. Willingness and ability to be flexible (E)
13. Ability to work with other professionals within and beyond the setting (E)
14. Experience of working in a Primary School (D)
15. Experience of working in more than one school (D)
(E) Essential (D) Desirable
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General School Information
Locality and Catchment Area The village of Kings Worthy is situated two miles North East of Winchester. It is close to major transport links by rail, road and air to all parts of the country.
The village has a population of about 4,500 which provides the majority of children attending the school, together with a small number from neighbouring areas. Most children transfer at Year 7 to Henry Beaufort Secondary School in Winchester.
The School There were originally two small schools in the Kings Worthy area, one on the Alresford Road in Abbot‟s Worthy and the other in School Lane in Headbourne Worthy. The present main school building was opened in 1953. It almost immediately proved too small and two more rooms were added. The main building now contains six classrooms, our IT suite, hall, kitchen, staffroom and offices.
As the school continued to grow, five more classrooms were formed in Hinton House, an adjacent late Victorian house. In September 2008, we left Hinton House and moved into five new classrooms built adjacent to our main building.
A new extension at the end of the main building houses purpose-built rooms for music, food technology and our library.
We are also fortunate to have extensive grounds incorporating a sports field, cross country track, woodland areas, ponds and a semi- arid garden which provide an excellent educational resource.
In January 2011 an onsite phase three Children‟s Centre and a Pre-school setting were completed. The number on roll continues to increase and Kings Worthy is now a two form entry school.
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Children
Currently there are 357 children on role made up as follows:
NC YEAR YR Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 TOTAL CLASS 1 30 CLASS 2 30 CLASS 3 30 CLASS 4 30 CLASS 5 30 CLASS 6 30 CLASS 7 28 CLASS 8 28 CLASS 9 21 CLASS 10 21 CLASS 11 33 CLASS 12 23 CLASS 13 23 TOTAL 60 60 60 56 42 33 46 357
There are 63 children on the special needs register of which 2 are statemented.
The Curriculum
At Kings Worthy we want children to enjoy their learning; develop enquiring minds, develop the personal qualities they need to be good citizens of the world, and develop a sense of their own nationality and culture, at the same time developing a profound respect for the nationalities and cultures of others. Most of all, we want children to develop all the skills they will need in order to confidently face the world of tomorrow.
Children learn through a series of cross curricular units of work. Each unit of work has a theme that today‟s children find interesting and relevant. Examples of these themes include Treasure, Rainforest, The Victorians and Fit for Life. Children learn many of the foundation subjects through this one common theme so that their learning has meaning to them.
Class teachers have one afternoon per week of PPA time together in Planning Teams. This is covered by qualified teachers. There are a number of extra-curricular activities run by staff for the children to enjoy including rugby, football, netball, choir, art, ICT and drama club.
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Organisation As at January 2014 the staff is as follows:
Headteacher: Julie Mullane Deputy Head: Sarah Vittle
Laura Waite Class 1 - YR Katie O‟Sullivan Class 2 - YR Ellie Jones Class 3 - Y1 Becky Hazell Class 4 - Y1 Emma Gaunt Class 5 - Y2 Bonnie Murray Class 6 - Y2 Lynne Keeble Class 7 - Y3 Charlotte Price & Class 8 - Y3 Amy Weatherup Nikki Sibbons Class 9 - Y4 Judith Thompson Class 10 – Y4 Tricia Caldbeck Class 11 – Y5 Sam Ewins Class 12 - Y6 Joanne Fernie (AHT) Class 13 - Y6
PPA teachers Holly Taylor, Cathy Taylor, Jo Halford, Kay Fernandes, Clare Eastwood, Jane Read, Alison Ball
SENCo Site Manager Cathy Taylor Chris Carr
Ecar Teacher Beth Forster
Admin Team: Marilyn Pulling - Admin Officer Jill North-Admin Assistant Carys Sturt - Admin Assistant
Learning Support Team Karen Allerston Sam Beadle Jo Halford Claire Freemantle Vicky Judd Jo Griffiths Carole Stevens Lucy Burgess Eli Stewart Jane Read Helen Beatrix Harkay Alison Ball Heather Moncrieffe Karen Bannister Carys Sturt Beth Forster Carol Butler
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Community Liaison There is an active Parent Teacher and Friends Association which organises various social and fund-raising events. There is a growing number of parent and governor helpers who give their time in school or accompany school visits to places of interest linked to the curriculum. Parents are actively encouraged to participate in the work of the school and help in many ways.
The Governing Body The Headteacher and Governing body are keen to develop a partnership approach to the strategic leadership and management of the school towards continuous school improvement.
The governing body comprises 13 persons and has three Committees; Resources, Standards and Improvement, and a Strategic Planning Group.
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Appendix 1 - Advert
Early Years Foundation Stage Leader
This is an exciting development opportunity for an ambitious teacher looking for a leadership role in the Foundation Stage.
Kings Worthy Primary School is located in the popular village of Kings Worthy two miles north east of the historic city of Winchester. It is a good school committed to high standards of achievement for all pupils.
We are looking for an enthusiastic dynamic leader who would be committed to our promise here at Kings Worthy to „Be the Best We Can Be‟.
The successful candidate will have the ability to take a leading role in developing teaching and learning across the whole school but particularly in the Foundation Stage.
We are looking for someone who :
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner who demonstrates high standards of teaching and effective pupils‟ learning in all areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum Is passionate about making learning experiences exciting, memorable and fun Has high aspirations for all pupils and is fully committed to ensuring that all children achieve high standards and make good progress Is able to analyse Foundation Stage data, and ensure that it is used effectively to inform planning Is able to develop the planning and provision for outdoor learning in the Foundation Stage Is able to inspire, motivate and support colleagues to achieve their best and effectively lead a team Is positive in their attitudes and is not daunted by a challenge!
We can offer you the opportunity to:
Teach delightful pupils in an excellent learning environment Be part of a friendly and professional school staff and a leadership team committed to rapid improvement Lead learning and improve outcomes across the whole school but particularly in the Foundation Stage Develop towards the next step in your career Have leadership time in addition to PPA time Please contact the school for additional information and an application pack; alternatively visit the vacancy section of our school website. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by appointment. Please email or telephone the school. Telephone 01962 881410 Email: [email protected] or the Headteacher [email protected]
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