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NOW RECRUITING Stamford (Resident) Graduate Teacher Development Programme

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86of A-Level results% at GRADES A*–C WORKING ACROSS ALL THREE SCHOOLS STAMFORD + ENDOWED SCHOOLS

360CO-CURRICULAR activities are offered throughout the year 27A-Level subjects to choose from SPORTS

TOTAL STAFF TO PUPIL RATIO TEAMS 1:10nursery staff adhere to regulations set by the EYFS

INDEPENDENT LEARNING ILIC& INTELLECTUAL CURIOSITY SPORTS CLUBS TEACHERS Welcome from the Principal WELCOME TO STAMFORD ENDOWED SCHOOLS 3

Welcome to Our unique team provide opportunities, Stamford experiences, influences and support that ignite the fire within our pupils; encouraging the spirit to succeed and develop into well grounded individuals.

Commitment, care, enthusiasm and integrity underpin every aspect of life at the Stamford Endowed Schools. Our children are educated in an environment where learning is regarded as a privilege and key to unlocking all of life’s possibilities.

Our teachers dedicate themselves to inspiring intellectual curiosity in the students in evermore innovative ways, whilst promoting and protecting the wellbeing of the children in their care.

As a community our Schools work in harmony, blending students of different backgrounds and broadening their horizons with the many opportunities available in and beyond the classroom. As a result, the students are equipped not only with exceptional examination results, but a wide range of experiences which prepare them for whatever path they choose in life.

Will Phelan, Principal

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Outstanding As Aristotle said: “the whole is greater than Heads the sum of its parts.” Being part of a community of three Schools provides strength to our educational offering. Each School has a Head, who makes sure that a pupil’s life at school is rewarding, successful and enjoyable. The combined experience and expertise of all three Heads, means that we are able to harness an individual’s talent to create a learning environment that suits everyone.

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Emma Smith

Head of Stamford Nursery School and Stamford Junior School (Girls and Boys 3-11)

“I believe it is essential that from an early age we encourage children to develop a desire for learning and it is through an exciting and engaging curriculum that we can achieve this. We strive to place your child at the centre of everything we do, and provide a stimulating learning environment.”

Vicky Buckman

Head of Stamford High School (Girls 11-18)

“At Stamford High School we believe that anything is possible; we want our girls to be enthusiastic, hard-working, determined and ready to get involved with everything we offer. We encourage them to think independently, to take ownership of their learning and to aspire to be the very best they can be. Within a sound framework of pastoral care and development, our girls know that they have the skills and attributes to face the future with confidence.”

Nick Gallop

Head of Stamford School (Boys 11-18)

“Stamford School has been educating boys for over 475 years. Today, we maintain our traditional values but with a very modern outlook. We understand how to build in our pupils a love of learning and develop intellectual curiosity, to instil the values of teamwork and competition on the sports field and through adventure and to fire imaginations through music, art and drama.”

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Outstanding location Stamford was named the ‘Best Place to Live in Britain’ in the Sunday Times.

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The Schools are a part of the great heritage of Stamford and a symbol of its vibrancy and evolution. The Schools have been established in Stamford since 1532, undergoing many changes but consistently providing a first-class education for their children. Today the Schools remain interwoven with Stamford life, to which our students, teachers and parents contribute greatly.

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Introduction Stamford (Resident) Graduate Teacher Development Programme Stamford Endowed Schools are offering a fantastic opportunity for EIGHT recent graduates to join our schools for two year development posts, beginning September 2017. “The school sends out We would like to hear from graduates from all disciplines who are passionate, not an impressive number just about their subject, but who can also offer leadership in some element of the schools extra-curricular programme, and who are interested in gaining experience in of teams and we teaching.

sensed that virtually Successful applicants who are accepted onto the programme will become members everyone who wants of the academic staff, playing a full role in our busy independent day and boarding schools. If, after the first year, a Teaching Development Graduate wishes to pursue a to play for a team gets career in teaching, we will assist in supporting a part-time PGCE course so that they a chance. When asked will leave Stamford with enhanced career prospects and the invaluable experience of what was the best teaching and living in a busy independent school. thing about the school, At the end of the two year post we would normally expect our Teaching Development Graduates to further their careers in other schools. However, if suitable sport figured highly.” positions do arise across the three schools then we would encourage those who have The Good Schools Guide completed the programme to make an application.

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What the job entails The Position During the day you will be actively teaching in the classroom, but on a reduced timetable. You will have an Academic Mentor within your department to help plan and deliver lessons.

After school you will take part in the full extra-curricular programme, and will ideally offer a specialism that can be supported by in-house training. There is a wealth of sports, music and drama across the Stamford Endowed Schools as well as a busy and active CCF and Duke of Edinburgh Award programme.

In the evenings you will expect to do a number of boarding duties a week.

At weekends there is again a range of sports and activities in place and your contribution is expected as well as occasional pupil supervision.

We Offer; Along with the fantastic opportunity to join a top team of colleagues at the Stamford Endowed Schools and be one of the first to join the new Stamford (resident) Graduate Teacher Development Programme we offer:

• On the job training, work experience and a qualification • Free single accommodation (if required) for the two year period of the programme • All meals provided free in term time • £10,000 per annum • Support to undertake a PGCE course (after a successful probationary period of one academic year) • Academic and Pastoral Mentors to provide help and guidance.

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The Job RESPONSIBLE TO KEY CONTACTS Description Deputy Head & Boarding Heads of Department, Teaching Colleagues, Boarding House Staff, Tutors, CPD Leads.

CORE OBJECTIVE

To contribute to the academic programme of the Schools with supported classroom teaching opportunities. Be actively involved in the extra-curricular life of the school offering a specialist activity to enhance pupil’s learning outside of timetabled learning activities. Support the boarding experience by undertaking regular boarding duties.

This is a two year programme offered on a fixed term from September 2017 to July 2019.

Key Responsibilities • Undertake allocated teaching duties on a partial timetable with dedicated support and mentoring • Supervising boarders and general house activities • Undertake weekend duties including accompanying trips and activities • Assist with coaching activities, directing and supervising on games pitches and participating in team leadership • Involvement with other extra curricular activities including drama, music, art, CCF, Duke of Edinburgh; dependent on own areas of interest • Any other duties as may be required and as directed by the line manager.

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www.ses.lincs.sch.uk | 01780 750311 14 CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION

Candidate ESSENTIAL Specification • Hold a relevant degree and role model appropriate behaviours. • First Aid qualification or willingness to undertake • Willingness to contribute to sports lessons and fixtures • Experience and/or interest in working with young people and to pursue a • Ability to communicate well with career as a teacher or similar. pupils from various age ranges.

• Be empathetic and have an • Empathy with aims and ethos of the understanding and be able to School. recognise the needs of children in a • Adaptable and flexible approach to boarding environment. work. • Possess good communication skills, • Satisfactory enhanced DBS check. verbally and in writing.

• Able to support students pastorally • Understanding of child protection and safeguarding requirements.

DESIRABLE

• Personal experience of boarding or residential environment.

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A great place Stamford Endowed Schools are a great place to work to work... ABOVE AVERAGE LARGEST SALARIES WITH EMPLOYER STAMFORD IN STAMFORD ENDOWED SCHOOLS SCHOOL MEALS PAY SCALES DURING TERM TIME

COMMITMENT TO STAFF WELLBEING SUPPORT FOR WITH DEDICATED WELLBEING GROUP EMPLOYEE PERSONAL & AND INITIATIVES TO SUPPORT STAFF CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND CPD A DEVELOPING STAFF ACCESS TO SOCIAL SCENE PENSION INCLUDING JOINT SPORTS, SCHEME CRICKET, NETBALL AND OTHER SOCIAL EVENTS ACCESS TO A CONFIDENTIAL SUBSIDISED FAMIILY EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMME TO SES SPORTS CENTRE SCHOOL FEES REMISSION ARRANGEMENTS

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There is a sharp focus on the professional needs of the teaching staff and coaches. Induction and The Schools have a generous INSET budget and teachers/coaches are encouraged Professional to extend their professional development through the attendance of courses. We have an active system of Professional Review system. Development

Other Further details can be found on the School’s website, www.ses.lincs.sch.uk. Information The Stamford Endowed Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Application Candidates should download the application form and send the completed form along with a covering letter of application to Kay Rainsby, Head of HR at [email protected] or to The HR Department, Stamford High School, High Street, St Martin’s, Stamford, Lincs, PE9 2LL.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 3rd March 2017. Interviews will be held week commencing 13th March 2017.

For further information or an informal discussion about the opportunities contact Mr Andrew Murphy, Deputy Head & Boarding on 01780 484202.

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www.ses.lincs.sch.uk | 01780 750311 18 TEACHER PROFILES

Mr Greenway Stamford Junior School Deputy Head | Always exploring

“I love discovering new things; either in the classroom or by exploring the World.”

Mrs Bewers Sports Teacher | Exercise enthusiast

“I was inspired by Nelson Mandela when he said: ‘Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.’”

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Mr Greenway Sekhar Chemistry Teacher | Digital guru

“Chemistry inspires, mystifies and excites. It sparks imagination and challenges the mind. I never tire of the gasps of amazement when we conduct an experiment.”

Miss Davies Head of Drama | Director/Producer

“Teaching drama affords me the opportunity to share, and hopefully inspire, a lifelong passion for the world of drama and theatre, it allows me the chance to work with students who are excited by what they do and create.”

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Mrs Blissett English Teacher | Fitness enthusiast

“I love to talk to the students about novels and what they would enjoy reading. My greatest passion is reading and, in particular Young Adult fiction. I have enjoyed series like: The Hunger Games, The Divergent trilogy and most recently The Fifth Wave trilogy.”

Mr Hilton Science Teacher | Outdoor explorer

“One of the most important skills I can share with students is scientific reasoning. This is a skill that can be used in our everyday lives, regardless of career choice.”

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Now Recruiting Are you a recent graduate with a passion for Teaching sharing your skills and interests and want to pursue a career in teaching? We may have Development the perfect opportunity for you to enrich the Graduate (TDG) lives of our pupils through our new Stamford (Resident) Graduate Teacher Development Programme. This two year initiative is a fantastic opportunity for eight graduates from all disciplines to gain experience in teaching through a supported and mentored programme and also contribute to the extra-curricular life at our thriving day and boarding schools. Two of the positions will be working solely with children up to Year 6, this will involve swimming activities and other relevant sports.

Successful applicants who are accepted onto the programme will become members of the academic staff, actively teaching in the classroom during the day and outside of the school day offering a specialist interest that for our pupils to enjoy and develop.

Applicants must be degree qualified with previous experience and/or interest in working with young people. Experience in a senior sport would be an advantage or a specialism in a performing art, Outside activity e.g. Duke of Edinburgh Award or other relevant area. You must be willing to assist with regular boarding duties and fully contribute to the extra curricular life of the school.

We are particularly interested in hearing from graduates with a degree in languages or sport.

Interested? Please refer to the application details on page 16 of the applicant pack. We look forward to hearing from you.

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