Principal Recruitment Pack 15Th JULY - 13Th SEPT 2016

Principal Recruitment Pack 15th JULY - 13th SEPT 2016

ENJOYING TODAY, PREPARING FOR TOMORROW

www.oneinamillion.org.uk/freeschool COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE DEAR PROSPECTIVE APPLICANT

We are delighted that you have shown an interest in the post of Principal at our unique and popular Free School. The resignation of our current Principal to pursue a career outside education has created an opportunity for inspiring and creative leader to join our team. Here is some very important background information as to who we are and our journey, to help you decide whether to submit an application.

ABOUT ONE IN A MILLION One In A Million (OIAM) was co-founded by Matthew Band and Wayne Jacobs in 2005 with a mission to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in Bradford, breaking the cycle of deprivation through sports, arts and enterprise programmes. Our name reflects our values: every child is valued and unique.

OIAM comprises outstanding educationalists, teachers, business experts and sports professionals, all of whom are committed to raising educational standards within the City of Bradford. Many of the young people we support in our schools and in our community programmes live in wards in Bradford that are among the top 1% of the most disadvantaged communities in the country. Every week, One In A Million delivers community programmes for over 1,500 children and young people, and has made a significant contribution to Children’s Services and the Third Sector within Bradford.

Our Free School opened in September 2013 and is part of the wider One In A Million family whose charitable objectives are achieved through six main activity areas: Community, Positive Lifestyle, Corporate Events and Sponsorship, our Alternative Provision, a partnership with Bradford Youth Offending Team and of course, our Free School. Our STREETwISE VE FOOTbALL I TI N A ND NA IO TH O R AT L O E C ET R LT U IC A D S E M CAN HA TE G RB IN U F N R IL R N Y M E A P “Hub and Spoke” Model links the M M S M T M A A One In A Million Free School U C R S (hub) with our existing range of S

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A S N R C A E T S OUR VALUES All staff and volunteers within the One In A Million family nurture and develop a deep sense of self-worth, confidence and ambition in all our students. We acknowledge and promote young people as being ‘one in a million’. Our core values of compassion, honesty, integrity and excellence are at the heart of all we do. These values are our DNA and inform the behaviours of all staff and volunteers within our schools and the Charity. Our recent Ofsted report confirmed that our Core values “underpin the relationships between adults and students” and “the school’s strong sense of core values underpins a culture of equal opportunities, ensuring that all students have access to the full range of subjects and activities”.

OUR VISION The vision for our Academy Trust has been developed as a result of the OIAM Charity’s commitment to community engagement. We wish to establish outstanding schools that offer a unique learning experience that is themed across sport, the arts and enterprise and framed around a connected and creative approach to learning. We believe our unique learning offer will enhance the life chances of all our students, ensuring they can utilise their skills and talents to better themselves and their communities. When students leave a One In A Million School, they will be active participants in their community, acting as role models and using their talents and skills to engage others in positive community activities and programmes. Our students will be confident and have a level of self-belief and self-discipline that enables them to participate in professional and leisure based activities through work and/or volunteering. Our students will be proud of the communities in which they learn and live. COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE OUR SCHOOL We are a small school. The OIAM Free School opened in September 2013 with 60 students in Year 7 and each year our student population grows. We will meet our ceiling of 420 students in 2019, including a sixth form. Each year we are oversubscribed for places, but we will remain a small school. Relationships are key to our offer and we will always adopt a family approach so that students feel valued and connected. As such we have small classes with every student supported by a Learning Coach and every teacher knowing every student.

The student is at the heart of everything we do. I know every school claims this, but it is our passion to make sure we develop our students holistically and how they learn, before mapping out what they need to learn. We then ensure we tackle the issues that are common across Bradford. We know that many Bradford students lack self-belief, a work ethic and resilience - three key ingredients they will need for future success. We address this by creating a culture of aspiration. We believe in our students and constantly remind them that whatever their starting point, they can get better. Our mantra for our young people is: ‘growth (I can get better) through hard work and resilience’. We also address the development of resilience through the ‘The Leader In Me’ programme, which incorporates Steven Covey’s 7-Habits of Highly Effective People into our daily life. Finally, our community partners and ambassadors, drawn from the world of sports, arts and enterprise, visit and support the school, providing inspirational role models for our students.

We are innovative. You will find we do some things slightly differently to other schools. Our ‘Framework for Teaching and Learning’ supports our teachers to see their skills developing from ‘New Practitioner’ to ‘Developing Practitioner’ to ‘Competent Practitioner’ and ultimately a ‘Teacher Tutor’ (able to support the development of other teachers). In line with our core value of compassion, no one is labelled ‘Inadequate’ or ‘Outstanding’. Sports, arts and enterprise are embedded in all areas of our curriculum. Our Connected Curriculum at Key Stage 3 involves all our staff working collaboratively to shape truly connected, purposeful and relevant learning experiences. Enrichment opportunities are available to our students not only within the school, but also through the wider OIAM community programmes.

GOVERNANCE: our recent Ofsted report stated that ‘Governance is a considerable strength of the school’. The Academy Trust retains ownership of the vision of the school and ensures it is upheld through a set of Key Performance Indicators, which are monitored by the Governing Body. The Principal is accountable to the Governing Body and Director of Education.

Our new Principal will be an inspirational and innovative leader who will embrace our core values and lead these by example. They will further develop our unique vision within the ‘Hub and Spoke’ and ‘Wheel of Hope’ models. Our new Principal will have a passion for teaching and learning and significant experience of working in a vibrant, multi-cultural environment. They will be able to support our newly established leadership team in order for us to become an outstanding school in the near future.

You’ll find more about our school and charity in the pages that follow; on our website (www.oneinamillion.org.uk ) and YouTube channel (click this link) ; as well as the other supporting literature we have provided. If you are excited by the prospect of leading such a unique, innovative and dynamic school then please first come and visit to see for yourself what makes One In A Million Free School such a special place.

Yours sincerely

Wayne Jacobs Mark Hughes Academy Trust Member Chair of Governing Body COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE OUR CI TY

Bradford is a culturally rich city steeped in fascinating history, heritage, attractions and events. Let us tell you about just a couple of the wonderful things there are to do in our city:-

• Explore the former home of literary greats like the Brontës in Haworth; Saltaire village(a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Salts Mill, key attractions that draw visitors from across the globe to view the artistry of the world famous David Hockney; • Once considered to be the wool capital of the world, Bradford is now proud to be the first ever UNESCO City of Film, visit attractions such as the National Media Museum, Bradford City Park, the Alhambra Theatre and Cartwright Hall; • Enjoy the best in entertainment at the Alhambra Theatre and St Georges Hall; • Engage in sporting attractions like Bradford City FC, Bradford Bulls RLFC, Tour De Yorkshire and the Aegon Ilkley Trophy tennis tournament. • Celebrate annual events such as the Bradford Film Festival, Bradford Festival, Bradford Mela, Bingley Music Live, Ilkley Literature Festival, Haworth’s 1940s weekend, Saltaire Festival; • Like dining? We have over 200 Asian restaurants and Bradford is proud to be the Curry Capital of Britain for the last five years; • Create your own shopping experience at The Broadway, our brand new shopping centre in the heart of the city; • There’s quick and easy access to nearby popular destinations such as Harrogate, Leeds and York. Leeds Bradford Airport is within short commuting distance from the city centre; • And if all of the above is not enough, be inspired by breathtaking countryside of immense beauty and character in the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. We look forward to receiving your application. COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE

2. JOB DESCRIPTION - PRINCIPAL

POST: Principal SALARY: L18 - L24 (rising as the school grows to KS5) RESPONSIBLE TO: Governing Body and the Director of Education.

MAIN PURPOSES OF THE JOB: The particular duties assigned to this post are set out in the School Teachers Pay and Conditions document. In addition, particular duties are set out below. These duties may be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder in the light of any changes in the requirements and priorities within the school or the OIAM Academy Trust.

The Principal, in partnership with the Governing Body, the Trust Executives and the Director of Education will be responsible for:

LEADING STRATEGICALLY: • Be responsible and accountable for the Trust’s vision and Key Performance Indicators. • Secure the commitment of the whole school community to the vision and direction of the OIAM Academy Trust. • Develop further the Free Schools place within the Hub and Spoke and Wheel of Hope models. • Ensure that strategic planning takes into account the vision and policies of the OIAM Trust and the diversity of the school. • Maintain and extend an ethos and provide vision and direction that secures outstanding teaching, successful learning and achievement by all students. • Maintain and extend an ethos and provide vision and direction that secures student well-being and safety. • Continue to develop effective relationships with the DfE, local schools, education partners and further and higher education establishments. • Promote and maintain links with our Ambassadors, business, the wider community, families and the local environment. • Act as Accounting Officer to the school, with responsibility for financial and administrative matters relating to regularity, propriety and value for money.

LEADING THE SCHOOL: • Create a learning culture based on the values of compassion, honesty integrity and excellence. • Ensure that the quality of learning is at the heart of the organisation and management of the school. • Plan, allocate, support and evaluate work undertaken by groups, teams and individuals, ensuring a clear delegation of tasks, devolution of responsibilities and holding staff to account for outcomes and impact. • Ensure the schools systems and operations are consistently focused on realising the Trust’s vision. • Think creatively and imaginatively about the school’s development, to anticipate and resolve problems and to identify opportunities that will benefit students. • Develop and monitor the School Development and Self Evaluation plan, reporting regularly to the Governing Body and Director of Education. • Be responsible for the overall management of all academy resourcing, developing and proposing the annual budget to the Finance Committee, ensuring it is consistent with the school’s priorities.

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• Manage and organise both accommodation and resources efficiently and effectively to ensure that they meet the needs of the curriculum and health and safety regulations. • Provide any local, school and national data required by the DfE, EFA, the Governing Body or the OIAM Academy Trust.

LEADING TEACHING AND LEARNING: • Ensure the curriculum is broad, balanced and embeds sports, arts and enterprise. • Ensure teachers equip students to have enquiring minds, have higher order thinking strategies, become critical, creative thinkers, can problem-solve and work collaboratively. • Promote a culture where every student feels valued, proud of their achievements and has the drive and ambition to aim high. • Set appropriate and challenging targets for all students using an effective assessment, recording and reporting system that promotes and celebrates student achievement. • Lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure outstanding outcomes for all students. • Secure and sustain outstanding teaching and learning throughout the school, drawing on relevant research evidence and robust data analysis. • Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and standards of student achievement, using benchmarks and target setting for improvement. • Maximise the contribution of staff to improve the quality of education and care provided and ensure that constructive working relationships are formed between staff, students, parents/carers. • Maintain and develop further our calm, nurturing environment and our systems to secure high standards of behaviour, attendance and safeguarding.

LEADING STAFF: • Develop further our systems for the management of staff performance, incorporating targets for teachers, targets relating to student achievement and personal professional development. • Motivate and enable staff to carry out their respective roles to the highest standards, through high quality continuing professional development based on an assessment of needs. • Maintain and develop further our collegiate attitude amongst staff, where ideas and contributions are valued and the achievements of individual sand teams are celebrated. • Ensure our induction and staff development programme lead to the maintenance of high standards and a drive to realise the Trust’s vision. • Oversee the work of the leadership team, ensuring a fair delegation of responsibilities, managing autonomy and support appropriately. • Identify and coach emerging and aspiring leaders and Teacher Tutors, with clear succession planning promoting a climate of excellence.

LEADING IN THE COMMUNITY: • Represent and promote the school, the OIAM family and its charitable objectives to its stakeholders, partners and the wider community. • Ensure strong partnership and robust communications with parent/carers to support students’ achievements, personal development, welfare, safety and happiness. • Work in partnership with other agencies to tackle barriers and challenge prejudices that may affect students’ learning needs, health and happiness. • Develop effective collaborative practices between the school and OIAM Community programmes to ensure the realisation of the Trusts vision for enrichment • Maintain and develop further the links with the other establishments within the OIAM family.

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3. PERSON SPECIFICATION - PRINCIPAL

KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Aspect Assessed by Essential / Desirable Honours degree Application & E qualification certificates Qualified teacher status Application & E qualification certificates NPQH or equivalent Application & E qualification certificates Higher degree Application & D qualification certificates Knowledge of all legal and statutory obligations for Free Application D Schools

Understands and is able to articulate the Principal’s Application E responsibilities and accountabilities with regard to the Governing body Commitment to own self development Application & E Interview Undergone safer recruitment training & holds training and Application & D qualification for ‘designated child protection’ qualification certificates

EXPERIENCE

Aspect Assessed by Essential / Desirable Significant experience as a Head Teacher or Principal, or as a Application E Deputy Head or Vice Principal with demonstrable high quality leadership within the 11-18 phase. Proven track record, as a senior manager, of raising the Application & E quality of teaching, learning and achievement Interview Proven track record of achieving high standards of student Application & D attainment at Key Stages 3 and 4 Interview Evidence of successful strategic leadership of a vision, with Application & E regard to school development, planning and implementation. Interview Proven track record of successful financial and human Application & E resources management, at a senior level, aligned with the Interview skills to identify and develop top quality staff and providing best value.

Proven track record of successful strategic leadership to create Application & E an inclusive institution, with a commitment to diversity, Interview inclusivity and equality of opportunity. Experience of developing and leading curriculum initiatives Application & D using the latest technologies to support learning Interview Experience of successfully establishing links with local Application & D community partners to enhance learning opportunities for all Interview students Significant experience of working effectively with Application & D parent/carers to support the learning of students and families Interview Evidence of an excellent track record as an effective innovator Application & E of education Interview Experience of generating creative ideas for integrating Application & D learning across sports, arts and enterprise Interview

SKILLS

Aspect Assessed by Essential / Desirable Can provide a safe environment to ensure the physical and Application & E psychological safety of the students Interview Is able to develop a school ethos which enables everyone to Application & E work collaboratively, share knowledge and understanding, Interview celebrate success and accept responsibility for the outcomes Successful management of school self-evaluation and of the Application & E Ofsted process Interview In-depth knowledge and understanding of national education Application & E priorities and developments to include the 11-16 curriculum, Interview raising attainment, assessment for learning, inclusion, and personalised learning. Understand, analyse and make effective use of a wide range Application & E of data, aided by effective use of ICT Interview Able to articulate the vision, underpinned by setting targets, Application & E goals, and empowering others Interview Ability to make sound decisions, identify and solve problems Application & E and seize opportunities Interview Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Application & E (including written, oral and presentation skills) Interview Ability to manage change, and lead innovations, showing Application & E flexibility, adaptability and resilience Interview Able to establish meaningful monitoring and review processes Application & E for all relevant practices and processes Interview

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ATTITUDES

Aspect Assessed by Essential / Desirable A clear understanding of vision and values, specifically as Application & E they relate to One In A Million, ensuring the Free School Interview remains true to its aims, vision and mission Clear understanding of compassion and how it is worked out Application & E in life Interview

Demonstrate honesty in dealing with colleagues and others Application & E Interview Show how integrity is central to your life and why it is crucial Application & E Interview Demonstrate excellence in all facets of work Application & E Interview A pioneering and growth mindset in order to support our Application & E school as it grows and changes every year. Interview A commitment to the importance of community involvement in Application & E enhancing the learning opportunities for all students. Interview A leader and a team player able to motivate others Application & E Interview Has a developed philosophy of high aspiration and Application & E expectation for every student and staff member, and is able to Interview challenge under-performance Committed to individualised and personalised learning with an Application & E inspiring, enthusiastic approach that engenders a desire for Interview learning Ensures that learning drives resources and not vice-versa Application & E Interview Committed to using a variety of learning environments and Application & E resources, including technologies, as appropriate, to maximise Interview learning and progress Treats everyone with respect and dignity and shows Application & E commitment to Equality and Diversity and its effective Interview implementation Committed to Continuing Professional Development both Application & E personally and for colleagues Interview Committed to collaborative learning and partnerships Application & E Interview

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PARENT VIEW 2 016: THIS IS WHAT OUR PARENTS THINK OF THE SCHOOL.

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4. SCHOOL INFORMATION AND KEY STATISTICS

OFSTED : OIAMFS was inspected in July 2 015, with the report published on Thursday 9th November 2 015, having previously been published on October 2 015 and then taken down from the Ofsted website.

The Key judgements were:

• Leadership and Management GOOD • Student achievement and progress GOOD • Teaching and Learning GOOD

The following category ‘behaviour and safety’ is split into two sections:

• Safety GOOD • Behaviour REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT

In 2 015, the process was that Ofsted take the lower of the two judgements to give an overall judgement of a category and therefore behaviour and safety was judged as requires improvement, as was the overall effectiveness of the school.

Despite our disappointment of the overall judgement, we press on towards our goal of becoming outstanding. The actual report is overwhelmingly positive and says a lot of good things about One in a Million Free School. Like all schools we are always striving for excellence and constantly aiming to improve. We assess ourselves honestly – its one of our values.

SCHOOL ORGANISATION

Each year group has 63 students, with 3 classes of approximately 21. Students have a core curriculum at KS3 that is inline with the National Curriculum. This year we have our year 10 students who are experiencing the first KS4 curriculum. Because of the school size there is a limited offer that has a core curriculum that allows most students to achieve the EBACC qualifications. Students can pick up other GCSEs through the enrichment programme.

The senior leadership comprises of: The Principal The Vice Principal – Jaz Qadri Achievement Director – Andy Haughey Director of Teaching and Learning – TBA Business Manager – Roxy Daniells

The tracking of teacher improvement is set within the OIAMFS Teaching Policy. Our policy recognises four stages of teacher development and colleagues are encouraged to identify their stage of development and then are judged against a set of criteria appropriate for that stage of development.

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PREMISES: We are based next to the iconic home of Bradford City AFC – ‘Valley Parade’. The former club shop and business centre has been re-designed to create a truly unique learning environment. Our facilities include a beautiful, airy atrium and reception; state-of-the-art classrooms and flexible break spaces, with ‘Apple’ technology throughout; dance/drama studio; theatre (with capacity to project 3D films onto a large screen); music room; recording studio (with the facility to record from 4 different rooms); a professional training kitchen for cooking and an on-site MUGA. We are currently finalising negotiations for our Sports Facility.

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SCHOOL CHARACTERISTICS:

OIAM Type of School Free School Age Range Yr7-13 (by 2020/21) Location Bradford, West Yorkshire Budget Balanced Management Structure Vice Principal Senior Business Manager Achievement Director Director of Teaching Senco Roll (2015/16) 179 (Y7:58, Y8:58, Y9:63) Boys 130 Girls 49 Average Class Size 20 EAL 96 (53.63%)

SEN Support Yr7 – 12 (Formerly SEN A P) Yr8 - 18 Yr9 - 20 Total = 50 = 27.93% Education Healthcare Plans Year 7 - 0 (EHC Plans) Year 8 – 2 (Formerly Statemented) Year 9 – 1 Total = 3 = 1.68% (2 awaiting LEA approval) FSM 64 (35.75%)

Pupil Premium 114 (63.69%)

PLAC 1 Mobility: number of 8 students joined since Sept leavers, number of in-year (1 from a PRU). admissions 6 students have left (1 elective home education and 2 moved overseas). Number On Roll By 420 2020/21

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5. LETTER FROM STUDENTS

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6. APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates are invited to arrange a visit on the following dates:

Friday 25th July 2 01 6 Thursday 1st September 2 01 6 Thursday 8th September 2 01 6 Friday 9th September 2 01 6 Monday 12th September 2 01 6

See for yourself what makes One In A Million Free School such a unique, innovative and dynamic place. Please contact us on [email protected] to make arrangements.

Application forms are available either by downloading from TES website or emailing [email protected]

7. RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND TIMESCALES

The closing date for Applications is Tuesday 13th September 2 01 6 with interviews taking place on Thursday 22nd September and Friday 23rd September. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake a Psychometric Test.

Salary: L18 - L24 (rising as the school grows to KS5)

Start Date: 1st January 2 017

18 COMPASSION HONESTY INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE We look forward to receiving your application prior to the closing date: 13- 09-16 Please first come and visit to see for yourself what makes One In A Million Free School such a unique, innovative and dynamic place. Book an appointment today.

Click here to watch a short video titled ‘The Journey So Far’ to discover more about One In A Million.

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CONTACT US by post, telephone or email. Our details: A: One In A Million Free School, Cliffe Terrace, Bradford, BD8 7DX T: 01274 723439 E: [email protected]