NPW Newsletter - Spring - Issue 6, Thursday, 14 February 2019

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GUEST EDITORIAL

Roy Leighton, Lessons from Hamlet: Part 3

INSIGHTS

Is your Governing Board fit for the future?

P.4-5

P.2-3

NEWS

Bobby Seagull visits Kaizen Primary School

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Guest Editorial

Lessons From Hamlet, Part 3: Whether ‘tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune...

Roy Leighton

Roy Leighton is the Creative Director of

the conventions of the time. He had a

‘Undiscovered Country’, a theatre and

status in society that demanded that

performing arts company offering

he proved the superiority of his

practical support and creative solutions

breeding by giving a public example

to school communities in leadership and

of endurance and detachment. Of

staff development, curriculum design

being somewhat beyond the realm of

and delivery and classroom practice. In

human suffering. So what happens

this third of five articles for NPW, Roy shares some ‘Lessons from Hamlet’.

when all the suppressed pain of being human collides with the public display of dignified, detached leadership?

‘Change your mind’, says

to change our mind requires us to be

musician Jools Holland, ‘prove

consistently reflecting on who we are

Sometimes we all have periods in our

you’ve got one.’ At any moment

in relationship to others and the

lives where we seem to bounce from

you are creating value or anti-value

world. This can be exhausting. In this

one disaster to the next. The daily

for yourself, others and the

line from Hamlet Shakespeare

bombardment (slings and arrows) of

environment you find yourself in.

economically and powerfully begins to

demands and frustrations from

explore the mental state of someone

without and within can seem not just

There is no grey area. The challenge,

(Hamlet) who has to make decisions

unfair but ‘outrageous’. How do we

therefore, is to be aware of the

that he knows will have a major

manage this constant barrage of

impact we are having and to develop

impact on his life and the lives of

problems, challenges and

the ability to adjust our behaviour

many others.

expectations of others without

appropriately. There, as Hamlet

would say, is the rub!

becoming mentally and physically

Hamlet, like most of us, is trapped by

overwhelmed?.

our desire to ‘do the right thing’.

Despite being presented with

Does our sense of ‘being noble’ force

One strategy that works for me is to

evidence, experience and rational

us to quietly bear the unbearable?

take a step back from my emotional

argument that challenges our

Have we been educated to ‘not make

response to a situation and try to put

thinking, behaviour or ways of

a fuss’ and ‘suffer in silence?’ Hamlet,

things into perspective. Am I adding

working our attachment to our

being a ‘nobleman’ was bound by all

to the frustration by being inflexible

current view of the world means that

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in my approach? Are my good

Have your values and drives

Have your values and drives

intentions hitting a brick wall because

become a little excessive? W hat

become destructive? I f any value

my sincere desire to create

happens when kindness goes a little

or noble intent moves from creative

something of value and meaning has

too far? When we ‘kill with kindness’.

to excessive without being checked

become a little excessive or even

Our personal need to be perceived as

and acted upon it will become

destructive.

kind or to be ‘loved’ by others can get

destructive. When this happens

in the way of creating an

things will begin to collapse.

Are your values and drives

environment where the benefits of

creative? These are the values

kindness can be seen. We can begin

Too often, like the character of

you hold that enrich your life and the

to sacrifice our own needs, time and

Hamlet, it is the individual seeking to

lives of others. However, having a

lives because we don’t want to be

create value that suffers often at the

‘values’ approach is dangerous is you

‘unkind’.

hand of the people they are trying to

cannot see the negative potential of

assist. So many kind and caring

it. In all the programmes delivered by

We hate the idea of others thinking

leaders I work with sacrifice their own

the team at Undiscovered Country we

we are not nice so much that we

wellbeing on the altar of ‘duty’ and

have five core values: openness,

neglect our own needs. We tolerate

find themselves being taken

kindness, consistency, adaptability

bullying, petulance and meanness

advantage of by others who see their

and integrity. All of these are vital as

from the very people we are seeking

kindness for weakness and exploit it.

part of any creative process.

to serve. Not good. Professor Charles

However, each value has the

Handy advocates a more balanced

Others become blind to the negative

potential to destroy the very thing we

approach to collaboration that he

impact they are having on the very

are seeking to create.

calls ‘proper selfishness’ where all

people they are serving because of

parties gain.

some entrenched sense of

superiority.

So, today (not tomorrow) check in to see if you are being too kind. Be kind to others. Create value and meaning in your place of work and community.

But first, please, be kind to yourself.

If you would like find out how working with Roy and the team at

Undiscovered Country can benefit your school, you can contact them at www.undiscoveredcountry.org.uk or phone on 0330 043 1664.

Alternatively contact sales@npw.uk.com - Don’t miss the next lesson from Roy:

Roy Leighton working with 6th Form Students at Weston Favell Academy Northampton on the 'Global Citizens' programme.

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Insights

Is your Governing Board fit for the future?

All maintained schools and academies should have a strategic long-term vision, but how many Governance groups reflect on the extent to which they themselves are fit for the future?

Can your Board articulate the

need to include steps that they have

school vision and how they have

taken to ensure that they are

contributed to it? Discussion of

effective as part of their annual

mid- to long-term strategic vision will

report.

often form a core part of an away day for Governors and school

Have you undertaken a skills

leaders, where a cycle of review and

audit to build up a picture of

renewal is also agreed. The executive

your current Board? There are a

It is easy to just keep on doing

leadership is responsible for the

number of skills audits available, but

the same things in the same way

operational arrangements needed to

do these models really provide you

By Jill Cameron

with the same people, but, when carefully planned, change can be exciting and rejuvenating, as

well as a bit scary.

Ensuring clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction is one of the 3

with the information you need about

“Governors and Trustees on the most effective Boards will not only hold the school to account, but also hold each other to account.�

core responsibilities of a Governing

the skills and attributes you need for your school? Consider running the

process back to front. Start off by looking at what your school needs from its Governors.

Do you need all, most or some

Board. As a starting point Boards

deliver the vision, but Governors

Governors to have these skills and

should consider whether they are

should also reflect upon what they

attributes? Once you have decided

clear about their vision, and the

need to do to maintain effective

this, tailor the skills audit to meet

current and future challenges that

oversight and support.

your needs and make sure that you

could get in the way of achieving that vision.

have someone who will analyse the In order to understand the route that

results and identify any gaps.

any Board needs to travel to get to All Boards should be actively involved

its desired destination, it needs to

A good Board will also systematically

in deciding the strategic direction of

first understand its starting point.

evaluate its effectiveness through a

the school or Trust that they govern,

process of review. An external

which then flows into the school

It is good practice for Governing

review will be more costly, but

development plan.

Boards to review their effectiveness

provides an invaluable independent

on an annual basis, indeed Trusts

view of effectiveness.

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A good reviewer will work with a

Board to make sure that they look at any specific areas on request, as well as providing an overview of strengths and areas for development. We would suggest an external review every three years – maybe a year ahead of the Ofsted window opening - complemented by a process of regular self review in the interim.

Once you have established your

start and end points, reflect on the extent to which you need to change to meet the needs of the future.

 Do you need to change any of your structures? Are your committees and link roles fit for purpose? Will reconstitution help you to become more effective?

 Map out when terms of office are due to expire, and the impact and opportunities that this presents.

Do you have courageous

can limit flexibility if you judge that

Are any key post holders, such as

conversations as individuals and

you do have the right people in

the chair, planning to step aside?

as a group? All m em bers of the

place, but long-term service should

Do we have succession plans for

Board should be encouraged to

be by design rather than accident or

key roles in place?

reflect upon whether they can offer

inertia. Having a clear plan for the

what is needed for the future. It is

future direction of the Board can help

easy to just reappoint those who are

de-personalise changes when the

willing to serve without considering

time comes.

 Are there significant gaps in the skills and commitment needed to steer the school in the right direction. Can these be met by

recruitment or training?

Governors and Trustees on the most effective Boards will not only hold the school to account, but also hold each other to account.

whether any vacancy could be better

filled by someone with different skills, or who is able to offer more time to the school. The same goes

If you would like to discuss the future

for systematically reappointing to any

of your Governing Board, Please

key roles on the Board, particularly

contact us at sales@npw.uk.com or

the Chair. Some Governance

you can call us on 0208 249 6900

structures limit the terms of office any Governor or chair can serve. This

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University Challenge star visits Kaizen Primary to share his love of numbers

Author and TV presenter Bobby

developing the teaching staff’s love

Headteacher Barbara Sims, said:

Seagull, famed for his

of learning and mathematical

“We’ve followed Bobby on Twitter for

performances on University

enquiry. It further supported their

a while now and as he is a local

Challenge, visited Kaizen

development work around maths and

person and passionate about maths,

Primary School in Newham to

support children to excel in this

I thought it would be a great way to

share his love of numbers.

subject.

start our staff training day and to get the team reflecting, learning and

The maths whiz, who hails from the

Bobby Seagull, said:

laughing and it definitely was.”

same borough, gave an inspirational

“It was really wonderful to share

talk to staff about the importance of

some maths positive vibes with all

“We’re really grateful to Bobby for

helping children to improve their

the staff from Kaizen Primary in

giving up his time and it’s really

maths skills using everyday life

Newham. The talk I gave highlighted

invaluable that our Trust, supports

situations, such as getting them to

that we can all do maths and that

and values days like this and

calculate discounts when out

maths is everywhere. We need to

encourages us to collaborate with

shopping.

help people to be confident and

new and interesting people who can

competent in using numbers and

share their experiences and love of

His talk supported the school’s staff

data so they can make better

learning.”

development day, with the aim of

decisions.”

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Godwin Pupils compete at Debate Mate

On Tuesday, 29 January 2019,

early age they are ultimately

Her team mate, Zachary El Darsh,

two pupils from Godwin Junior

responsible if their child chooses to

added, “Debate Mate has helped me

School’s debating society were

break the law. Their opponents took

to plan how my ideas link to one

invited to compete at the 5 star

issue with this, but Godwin managed

another so that I can explain them

Beaumont Hotel in central

to rebut any arguments put forward

more fully.”

London.

against their view.

Head Teacher Sine Brown said,

The Platinum 100 fundraising event,

The audience were impressed by the

“Nurturing confident, articulate

organised by Debate Mate, saw the

pupils performance, which the pupils

individuals is part of Godwin Junior

pupils from Forest Gate defend the

put down to their attendance of after

School's ethos. Working with Debate

motion, “This House would punish

-school Debate Mate club; Chloe

Mate provides our children with the

parents for the crimes of their

Kempton said, “Before I started

opportunity to develop their thinking

children”.

debating I didn’t know how to react if

and oracy skills as well as supporting

people disagreed with my view. I just

them to become more self-assured.

The 10 year olds stood in front of a

shrugged. Now I feel like I can make

Participating in events such as this is

packed room and confidently

my point and explain why I think it is

the perfect way for our pupils to

proposed that as parents develop

right.”

practice these skills and in an

their children’s moral codes from an

amazing setting too!"

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Training Course Spotlights

View the full range of NPW Training Courses here.

Dealing with Exclusions 1 & 2

Date Part 1: Tuesday, 26 February 2019 Part 2: Tuesday, 5 March 2019

Skills Governing boards and head teachers are required by law to follow statutory guidance issued by the Secretary of State when making decisions on

It is strongly recommended that all governors and trustees likely to be involved in exclusions attend this

Time Part 1: 10:00 - 12:00 or 19:00 - 21:00 Part 2: 19:00 - 21:00

course.

Venue NPW Offices, Francis House, 760 Barking Road, Plaistow, London, E13 9PJ

exclusions and administering the exclusions process.

This session will cover what governors

Cost Members: Cost included in SLA Non-Member: £98 (plus VAT)

and trustees need to do to carry out their responsibilities.

BOOK NOVA T6 Timetabling – Day 1 of 4 Aimed at Staff responsible for constructing the Timetable in secondary schools.

Beginners to timetabling are advised to attend the course NOVA and Options for September first.

Course Outline

The course is spread over 4 days to provide the knowledge and guidance to create a school timetable which will integrate into SIMS .net

Training Agenda

 Timetable basedata - subjects,

Date Wednesday, 27 February 2019

 Timetable cycle details

Time 09:15 - 15:00

teachers and rooms

 Curriculum plans - bands, blocks and classes

Knowledge Required

An understanding of school curriculum and timetable structures. Basic knowledge of SIMS .net Academic Management would be an advantage.

Venue NPW Offices, Francis House, 760 Barking Road, Plaistow, London, E13 9PJ Cost Nil cost for schools that have an SLA with NPW. £199 (plus VAT) per delegate for non-SLA schools.

Required Documents NOVA-T6 – Day 1.pdf (Online access will be available during the training

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Vacancies

Teacher of Geography

TEACHER OF GEOGRAPHY

Completed applications must be returned to the school at the above Salary: Classroom Teacher’s Pay Scale address, or by email Lister Community School to: jobs@lister.newham.sch.uk We are looking to appoint an ambitious, enthusiastic and highly An exceptional school: Our vision is a Applications are required by 10.00 world class education for young people motivated Teacher of Geography, who am on Monday, 25th February will be required to teach Geography at in Newham. Lister is an 11-16 2019 Key Stage 3 and 4 (the successful comprehensive school at the heart of candidate may also be expected to Interviews: Friday, 1st March 2019 its community. Recognised as one of teach some History, PSHE and RS). the most improved schools in the We will acknowledge receipt of all country (DfE, January 2014) this is The Geography Department, and the application forms. If you do not receive reflected in our sustained drive to wider Humanities Faculty, is committed acknowledgement, please do not become an Outstanding school with to providing high quality teaching and assume that your application has been our Progress 8 at +0.27 and our learning for all students. This post received. Due to high volume of Progress 8 for disadvantaged students represents an ideal opportunity to work applicants, we will only contact those in the top 20% of all schools within a forward-thinking, professional candidates who have been selected to nationally. team, in a subject area that continues progress to the next stage of the to be one of the most popular option process.

In our December 2018 Ofsted the choices at the school. The department inspectors found that the school has is well resourced, and a range of maintained the good quality of education and ‘made strong progress fieldwork opportunities are offered to students. in many aspects of the school’s provision‘ since our last inspection in At Key Stage 3 students follow a September 2013. Our many strengths programme of study that covers a are highlighted, including how students range of contemporary geographical are‘courteous and articulate’ and ‘say issues such as climate change, tectonic they enjoy school and value the wide hazards, population change and range of opportunities they are resource consumption, whilst at Key given’. We are very proud that the Stage 4 students follow the AQA report recognises our high aspirations, specification. the hard work and good behaviour of This post provides an excellent our students, and the dedication and opportunity for an NQT or an commitment of our staff. experienced teacher to develop their The school benefits from a range of career, as well as offering an excellent external partnerships including induction and support programme. The becoming the first partner school in the school prides itself on a comprehensive Music in Secondary Schools Trust, staff development programme, supported by the Andrew Lloyd focusing on excellent teaching and Webber Music Foundation and the learning.

Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust.

Lister Community School welcomes The school is committed to visits from candidates, please contact safeguarding and promoting the Jackie Young. If you think you have welfare of young people and expects the potential to work as an all staff to share this outstanding Teacher of commitment. This appointment will be Geography then an application form conditional on successful precan be downloaded directly from our employment and enhanced DBS school’s website at: http:// checks. www.lister.newham.sch.uk/ Required for September 2019 – subject vacancies/ or by contacting Jackie to successful completion of recruitment Young (HR Manager) on 020 8471 3311. checks.

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Vacancies

Assistant Headteacher— KS2 Lathom Junior School

with all members of our school community Can support and inspire colleagues through professional development and promotion of well-being

Closing date: Wednesday 13.03.19 Interviews: Wednesday 20.03.19

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and Salary: L7 -11 Can support the raising of standards young people. We expect all staff to throughout the Federation share this commitment and to undergo Post: Full time appropriate checks, including DBS. Is an outstanding and reflective Altmore & Lathom Schools Federation DBS check: Enhanced practitioner with high expectations and supports Equal Opportunities commitment to success for all children As part of our Federation’s continued Employment. expansion to five-forms of entry across If you would like to become part of our two sites, we are looking to appoint an team and experience the rewards of Assistant Headteacher to join our working with colleagues that enable Leadership Team in the Junior School. best outcomes for children and families Candidates will need to be enthusiastic in a richly diverse community - please and have excellent teaching, leadership APPLY HERE. and management skills.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact Ravinder We are looking for a leader who: Jutla (School Business Manager) and Has excellent communication and ask for either Martin Stanley or interpersonal skills Yolanda Musinguzi on 020 8472 0386 to make arrangements to visit the Can think creatively and who has a commitment to working collaboratively school.

Required for: September 2019

KS2 Teaching Opportunity Lathom Junior School Required for: Easter/September 2018 Salary: Main Pay Scale Post: Full time DBS check: Enhanced Due to the on-going expansion of both schools within our Federation, we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and creative Key Stage 2 teacher, who can bring with them a range of experiences, skills and ideas to enhance the already successful learning of our children, colleagues and families within our community. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and collaborative team of colleagues within our five-form entry school.

Across our provision, we are well resourced, in terms of: people,

equipment, grounds and children. CPD Employment. is a priority for everyone. If you would like to become part of our team and experience the rewards of working with colleagues that enable best outcomes for children and families in a richly diverse community - please APPLY HERE. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact Ravinder Jutla (School Business Manager) and ask for either Martin Stanley or Yolanda Musinguzi on 020 8472 0386 to make arrangements.

Closing date: Tuesday 06.03.19 Interviews: Wednesday 13.03.19 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including DBS. Altmore & Lathom Schools Federation supports Equal Opportunities

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Teacher of Science

all staff to share this Completed applications must be commitment. This appointment will be returned by email conditional on successful preto: Jobs@lister.newham.sch.uk Lister Community School employment and enhanced DBS Applications are required by: 9:00 checks.

An exceptional school: Our vision is a am on Friday, 1st March 2019 world class education for young people TEACHER OF SCIENCE Interviews: Tuesday, 5th March 2019 in Newham. Lister is an 11-16 Required for September 2019 (subject to applications) comprehensive school at the heart of its community. Recognised as one of (NQTs can apply) We will acknowledge receipt of all the most improved schools in the application forms. If you do not receive A positive impact: Our students are country (DfE, January 2014) this is acknowledgement, please do not courteous, motivated and have high reflected in our sustained drive to assume that your application has been aspirations. You would be working in a become an Outstanding school with received. We will only contact those school where around 61% of students our Progress 8 at +0.27 and our candidates who have been selected to Progress 8 for disadvantaged students are identified as Pupil Premium and progress to the next stage of the 60% with EAL and where staff are in the top 20% of all schools process. committed to addressing educational nationally. disadvantage.

In our December 2018 Ofsted the The chance to develop: Work alongside inspectors found that the school has colleagues with high expectations, maintained the good quality of education and ‘made strong progress engage with a broad range of exceptional CPD tailored to your own in many aspects of the school’s professional development as part of provision‘ since our last inspection in the Lister teacher toolkit programme.

September 2013. Our many strengths are highlighted, including how students Subject specific CPD includes working alongside the Institute of Physics and are‘courteous and articulate’ and ‘say the Royal Society of Chemistry. Work in they enjoy school and value the wide a team that provides real potential for range of opportunities they are career progression. given’. We are very proud that the report recognises our high aspirations, As part of our continued focus to the hard work and good behaviour of further develop impact on student our students, and the dedication and progress we are seeking to appoint a commitment of our staff. passionate Science Teacher to join our The school benefits from a range of external partnerships including becoming the first partner school in the Music in Secondary Schools Trust, supported by the Andrew Lloyd Webber Music Foundation and the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects

dedicated Science team.

If you think you have the potential to work as an outstanding Teacher of Science then an application form can be downloaded directly from our school’s website at: http:// www.lister.newham.sch.uk/ vacancies/ or by contacting Jackie Young, HR Manager on 020 8471 3311.

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Vacancies

Full Time Experienced Teachers (MPS or UPS) Godwin Junior School

a dedicated, highly-skilled and welcoming team of teachers and support staff who constantly seek to ensure that all of our children thrive

a leadership team who place our To commence April 2019 or September children at the heart of every decision 2019 a real commitment to high-quality Godwin Junior School is a successful, professional development as part of expanding three and four-form entry the Newham North Learning junior school in Forest Gate, Newham. Partnership We serve a vibrant and diverse a supportive, diverse community which community, where excellent contributes to our ethos relationships promote an inclusive, warm and secure environment where What makes you special? children feel safe and valued.

You are…

Central to the ethos and vision of our an excellent classroom practitioner with school is the belief that every child can a track-record of accelerating pupil achieve well and that it is our purpose progress ‘to prepare our children for lifelong success’. As members of the Whole inspirational, creative and passionate Education network, we are committed about teaching to developing the whole child - not just committed to excellence, inclusion and achieving strong academic results but high expectations for all also helping the children to explore and develop their artistic, drama, musical, an experienced and highly-motivated debating and sporting talents. Our team-player UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools Reflective and committed to status demonstrates our commitment professional development to global citizenship in the school’s ethos, curriculum and after-school We are able to offer TLR points for the clubs. right candidate.

We are seeking to appoint excellent teachers whose creativity and dynamism will inspire our highlymotivated pupils and help our school on the journey from ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’. If you are interested in being a key part of this vision please visit our website for more information and arrange to visit the school.

What makes us special?

We offer… motivated children who enjoy learning an ethos in which all of our children are supported to discover their talents and be successful

The schools in Newham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Visits to the school are very welcome.

Please contact the School Business Manager, Mrs Kettle, on 020 8534 7601 or rafi.kettle@godwin.newham.sch.uk, to arrange this.

Please APPLY HERE.

We offer the Inner London Weighting Allowance.

We are seeking to appoint experienced teachers, not NQTs. Deadline for applications: mid-day Monday 4th March 2019 Interviews: Wednesday 13th March 2019 Please see our website for more information about the school: www.godwin.newham.sch.uk

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Class Teachers

A growth mindset

Woodgrange Infant School Sebert Road

A passion for learning and a thorough understanding of how young children learn through play and exploration

London E7 0NJ

A strongly inclusive approach

020 8534 2120 info@woodgrange.newham.sch.uk

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Teaching opportunities September 2019

A commitment to a close partnership with parents and the wider community

Permanent Full time Class Teachers

We can offer

Salary: according to experience.

Excellent professional development and the room to explore and develop your Closing date: 28/06/2019 teaching

Post open to NQTs Whether you are starting out or considering your next career step we may be the school for you! Please look at our website to see what you think.

We have a commitment to playful learning throughout our school. We have no scripts or schemes of work for you to follow. We want creative teachers who are committed to developing their craft.

You must have:

Wonderful pupils and parents

Visits to the school are essential

Main Scale Teachers

Visits to the school are welcomed.

Please contact the school for further details or to arrange a visit.

Manor Park

Shortlisted applicants will be notified as to when interviews will take place.

London E12 6AR

Headteacher: Mrs H. Nazif

Telephone: 020 8553 56 82

The schools in Newham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Main Scale Teachers Required: September 2019

NPW, managing recruitment on behalf of Newham Schools

Plentiful resources and a pleasant working environment

Energy and enthusiasm

Email: info@avenue.newham.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Senior Leaders who listen and have realistic expectations of workload whilst still challenging you to be a fantastic teacher

A strong staff team and committed Governors

Meanley Road

Interviews to be arranged as suits

A full NQT package with high quality induction through LETTA

QTS

Avenue Primary School

Please call Sarah Soyler, Headteacher to arrange a time.

Closing date: 31/03/2019 Avenue Primary is a popular community school where every child is Please APPLY HERE. valued and encouraged to achieve their potential.

We are looking to appoint experienced Main Scale Teachers to join our dedicated team of staff. Please note that applications from successful Newly Qualified Teachers are welcome.

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Vacancies

Teacher of Science

all staff to share this Completed applications must be commitment. This appointment will be returned by email conditional on successful preto: Jobs@lister.newham.sch.uk Lister Community School employment and enhanced DBS Applications are required by: 9:00 checks.

An exceptional school: Our vision is a am on Friday, 1st March 2019 world class education for young people TEACHER OF SCIENCE Interviews: Tuesday, 5th March 2019 in Newham. Lister is an 11-16 Required for September 2019 (subject to applications) comprehensive school at the heart of its community. Recognised as one of (NQTs can apply) We will acknowledge receipt of all the most improved schools in the application forms. If you do not receive A positive impact: Our students are country (DfE, January 2014) this is acknowledgement, please do not courteous, motivated and have high reflected in our sustained drive to assume that your application has been aspirations. You would be working in a become an Outstanding school with received. We will only contact those school where around 61% of students our Progress 8 at +0.27 and our candidates who have been selected to Progress 8 for disadvantaged students are identified as Pupil Premium and progress to the next stage of the 60% with EAL and where staff are in the top 20% of all schools process. committed to addressing educational nationally. disadvantage.

In our December 2018 Ofsted the The chance to develop: Work alongside inspectors found that the school has colleagues with high expectations, maintained the good quality of education and ‘made strong progress engage with a broad range of exceptional CPD tailored to your own in many aspects of the school’s professional development as part of provision‘ since our last inspection in the Lister teacher toolkit programme.

September 2013. Our many strengths are highlighted, including how students Subject specific CPD includes working alongside the Institute of Physics and are‘courteous and articulate’ and ‘say the Royal Society of Chemistry. Work in they enjoy school and value the wide a team that provides real potential for range of opportunities they are career progression. given’. We are very proud that the report recognises our high aspirations, As part of our continued focus to the hard work and good behaviour of further develop impact on student our students, and the dedication and progress we are seeking to appoint a commitment of our staff. passionate Science Teacher to join our The school benefits from a range of external partnerships including becoming the first partner school in the Music in Secondary Schools Trust, supported by the Andrew Lloyd Webber Music Foundation and the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects

dedicated Science team.

If you think you have the potential to work as an outstanding Teacher of Science then an application form can be downloaded directly from our school’s website at: http:// www.lister.newham.sch.uk/ vacancies/ or by contacting Jackie Young, HR Manager on 020 8471 3311.

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Teacher of Music

residents to write, compose and perform a new piece of work by Lister students and their families. The resulting opera, ‘Full Lister Community School Circle: A Community Opera for Newham’ In our December 2018 Ofsted the has now been nominated for the inspectors found that the school has ’outstanding musical initiative’ award at the maintained the good quality of education Music Teacher Awards in March. We are and ‘made strong progress in many aspects delighted that in 2019 the opera will be of the school’s provision‘ since our last performed at both the Southbank Centre in inspection in September 2013. Our many June as part of Refugee Week celebrations, strengths are highlighted, including how and as the massed ensemble for up to 700 students are ‘courteous and performers at the Music for Youth Proms at articulate’ and ‘say they enjoy school and the Royal Albert Hall in November. value the wide range of opportunities they are given’. We are very proud that the The Music team are ambitious for our report recognises our high aspirations, the students, staff and local community. Lister hard work and good behaviour of our is committed to continuing to develop high students, and the dedication and quality music education with high levels of commitment of our staff. In addition, student participation. The school benefits our ‘impressive music provision’was given from a partnership with the Music in as an example of how the school Secondary Schools Trust, and recently is ‘relentless in pursuing improvement’ and participated in a 5th anniversary concert helps place the school at the centre of our with other MiSST schools at the London local community.

Palladium. The department also works very closely with Newham Music, the local Music The school benefits from a range of Education Hub, to offer joint provision and external partnerships including becoming improve access to music for students the first partner school in the Music in across the borough. The successful Secondary Schools Trust, supported by the candidates will join a very strong team, Andrew Lloyd Webber Music Foundation with three other teachers and a core group and the Charles Wolfson Charitable Trust. of peripatetic teachers who are committed The school is committed to safeguarding to working with the school and with our and promoting the welfare of young people feeder primaries. We are actively seeking and expects all staff to share this highly skilled and dedicated musicians and commitment. This appointment will be teachers who will work with our talented conditional on successful pre-employment and motivated team to ensure that the and enhanced DBS checks.

Music education at Lister is genuinely world -class.

2 x TEACHER OF MUSIC (One full-time) and (One Part-time 0.4 / 0.6 Excellent instrumental skills on strings, woodwind or brass are essential; so too are fte) the commitment, subject knowledge and Required for September 2019 high expectations which will lead to (NQTs are welcome to apply) students achieving top grades in this subject. Willingness to work collaboratively This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for an exceptional teacher of Music. Lister is a and to support a wide range of successful community comprehensive, with extracurricular activities, including residential trips and high profile visits and specialisms in Science and Music, and provides a broad and rich curriculum for all performances, is essential. Expertise in a its students. In the last five years Lister has string instrument would be an advantage; however, we welcome applicants from all made a huge commitment to Music education, and now provides every student musical backgrounds who are open to a challenge and will bring other expertise and in Years 7, 8 and 9 with free small group instrumental tuition. Following the creation skills to the team. of a non-teaching Director of Community Music post, our students now benefit from an exceptional range of partnerships and collaborative work with organisations such as Newham Music, the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain, the Southbank Centre, and others. Last year, in collaboration with Newham Music, the department led on a large-scale boroughwide project of their own: a grass-roots community opera project that brought together 250 local young people and

in the department, and you can contact our Director of Music, amy.haynes@lister.newham.sch.uk, if you would like to arrange a visit.

Applications are required by: 9:00 am on Friday, 8th March 2019 Interviews: Wednesday, 13th March 2019 (subject to applications) We will acknowledge receipt of all application forms. If you do not receive acknowledgement, please do not assume that your application has been received. We will only contact those candidates who have been selected to progress to the next stage of the process.

Interviews: Wednesday, 13th March 2019 (subject to applications)

If you think you have the potential to work as an outstanding Teacher of Music then an application form can be downloaded directly from our school’s website at: http://www.lister.newham.sch.uk/ vacancies/ or by contacting Jackie Young, HR Manager on 020 8471 3311.

Completed applications must be returned by email to: Jobs@lister.newham.sch.uk We very much encourage interested candidates to come and spend some time

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Vacancies

Year 6 Class Teacher Britannia Village Primary School To start 23rd April 2019 We are looking for an experienced and creative teacher who has the knowledge and skills to support our journey in taking our school beyond outstanding!

(Ofsted Outstanding 2012/2013) POST: Experienced Year 6 Class Teacher Salary: Teacher Pay & Conditions – Inner London Pay Scale Contract: Full Time, Permanent – available to work from 23rd April 2019 Location: Britannia Village E16 Newham, nearest station West Silvertown DLR Application Closing Date: 27th February 2019 Interviews: w/c 4th March 2019 Would you like to work in a creative, exciting and supportive learning environment?

Britannia Village Primary School is a 2 form entry primary school at the heart of one of the most dynamic and rapidly changing areas in Europe and is currently seeking an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our forward-thinking team.

excellent links with our families and community partners. We are looking for experienced candidates who have the same ethos with drive, ambition and a commitment to hard work and high standards.

Suitable candidates must have: • an excellent understanding and application of the English language at degree level • an excellent knowledge of the curriculum tested through KS2 SATs • specific training and proven success in small group interventions • experience of teaching Singapore Maths • excellent subject knowledge across the full range of national curriculum subjects • proven experience and success teaching EAL pupils in an inner city context • commitment to attending the five day Year 6 residential • the ability to nurture and counsel Year 6 students

Please call or email Rachael Thackery, School Business Manager to arrange a visit or request an application pack.

Email: rachael.thackery@britanniavillage.newham.sch.uk Telephone: 0207 511 5412 Please APPLY HERE.

Desirable: • the ability to plan and teach PE across all Year 6 classes • dance and choreography skills Britannia Village Primary School is committed to inclusion, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo full and appropriate enhanced employment checks, disqualification declaration, qualifications and references.

We strive to make a real difference to the life-chances of our pupils. We truly believe in our motto – ‘It takes a whole We welcome visits to the school. village to educate a child’ and so have

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Vacancies

Class Teacher Keir Hardie Primary School

Have good curriculum knowledge and a secure understanding of how to assess and challenge pupils

Address: 13 Robertson Road, Canning town London E16 1FZ

Be a role model for the school community, with an inspiring approach and a growth mindset

Telephone: 0207 476 1284

Committed to research based CDP

Email: info@keirhardie.newham.sch.uk

We can offer you:

satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS checks.

Class Teachers Post

Outstanding learning behaviour from highly motivated pupils who love We are looking to appoint an MFL teacher with an additional responsibility learning and have high aspirations for PPA cover (NQTS, EYFS, KS1 and Hard working and innovative KS2) Start date for April 2019 or colleagues that thrive on working September 2019(starting dates can be collaboratively to ensure that all pupils negotiated for successful candidates) are effectively included and supported TLRs will be awarded for candidates with relevant skills and experience Keir Hardie Primary is a mainstream two form entry school that serves a multicultural and vibrant community in Canning Town. We are looking to appoint a candidate that is highly motivated, creative and passionate to join our team and continue inspiring our pupils to be lifelong learners.

The successful applicants should:

Be outstanding, reflective and enthusiastic classroom practitioners; Be passionate about education, have high expectations for all pupils with a commitment to raising standards; Enjoy working as part of a team with a desire to contribute and make a difference

to succeed

A vibrant calm learning environment and innovative curriculum A commitment to CPD and training Visits to the school are warmly welcomed Closing date for application: 27th February 2019 Interviews: Week Beginning: 4th March 2019

If you are interested in this position, please APPLY HERE. Keir Hardie Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff, visitors and volunteers to sharing this commitment. Following safe recruitment procedures the appointment will be subject to

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Vacancies

School Safeguarding Leader (Qualified Social Worker) Manorfield Primary School Wyvis Street London E14 6QD School Safeguarding Leader (Qualified Social Worker)

continue to develop high quality provision for all.

Be able to work in partnership with enthusiastic and supportive parents, governors and the wider community.

Demonstrate a passion for and expertise in Child Protection and Safeguarding.

Meet the criteria as outlined in the person specification.

For an application pack or an informal Ideally from April 2019 – start date can discussion, please e-mail Paul Jackson be negotiated for the right candidate with details of the post you wish to We are looking for an enthusiastic and apply for: talented Social Worker to take on the head@manorfield.towerhamlets.sch.uk role of School Safeguarding Lead at Closing date: Friday 15th February Manorfield Primary School.

2019, 9am You will: Interviews: 28th Feb & 1st March 2019 Be an excellent Social Worker Manorfield School is committed to the Be committed to high standards and safeguarding and welfare of our improving well-being for all.

Be dedicated to achieving high quality children and young people and expects all our staff and volunteers to share care and provision for all children.

Have excellent interpersonal skills and this commitment. the ability to work with an effective, All posts are subject to an enhanced creative and dedicated staff team to DBS check.

Primary Teacher Grange Primary School A unique opportunity to join a passionate team of staff in a good and growing Primary School Grange is a small one form of entry inclusive school where every child is valued and supported to achieve their best.

Grange was judged Good in its last Ofsted inspection (November 2017) We are looking for an inspirational Primary practitioner with KS2 experience to join the staff team from January 2019.

pupil attainment • be highly skilled at delivering numeracy and literacy • have the resolve and enthusiasm to make a real difference to the lives of pupils • be committed to an ethos of high expectations and a growth mind-set If you share our commitment to providing a good learning environment, then we look forward to hearing from you.

We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.

For an application pack or an informal discussion, please e-mail Paul Jackson with details of the post you wish to apply for: head@manorfield.towerhamlets.sch.uk

If you are interested in this vacancy, please APPLY HERE. If you have any queries regarding your application, please contact the recruitment team on 020 8249 6900 or enquiries@npw.uk.com Grange Primary School is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the Headteacher’s PA, Fran John–Lewis on 020 7476 5146 for further details or to arrange a visit.

You will be responsible for delivering For an application form and further enriched teaching and learning to all details please visit : https:// pupils, helping them to achieve the www.jobsgopublic.com best they can. The successful Deadline: Ongoing (28/02/2019) candidate will act as a role model to pupils and will strive to inspire a love of Shortlisting: Ongoing Interview: Ongoing learning in all.

Salary: MPS (Inner London) Our ideal candidate will: Start date: January 2019 • be a highly effective primary teacher with a focus on achieving excellent

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School Receptionist Sandringham Primary School Sandringham Road Forest Gate London E7 8ED Tel: 020 8472 3800

Sandringham Primary School is an outstanding, dynamic and vibrant learning community where we seek to inspire and empower the next generation by putting children first.

We are currently looking to appoint two receptionists (job share) to join our dynamic Admin team. The successful candidates will provide admin/clerical support to the school.

Head Teacher: Mr R D Cleary Website: They will assist with the general care www.sandringham.newham.sch.uk and safety of the pupils and staff and Deputy Head Teachers: Mrs L Bridge & be able to relate to a wide range of Mrs E Reuben Email: people. They must have the ability to info@sandringham.newham.sch.uk work well in a very busy atmosphere Twitter: @sandringhamE7 and use their own initiative. They will be the first point of contact for all SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST visitors to the school, presenting a professional and effective image at all Scale 3, Point 14 - £20,007 times. Good communication and £20,472 per annum (pro rata) customer care skills are essential.

5hrs per day term time only (job share) Application closing date: 17th Mon to Fri 12.00pm - 5.00pm

March 2019

Required as soon as possible

Please APPLY HERE.

Sessional Education Tutors

Teaching qualification and subject speciality qualification or experience required.

Newham Adult Learning

Salary: £24ph including Holiday Supp

Service Starting April 2019 We are looking for part-time day and evening Adult Education Tutors in the following curriculum areas ESOL English & Maths Arts & Crafts Tutors Fashion & Dressmaking Yoga Hair & Beauty Early Years & Teaching Assistant Mental Health and Working with Special Needs Students (ALDD) Well-being & Mindfulness, Meditation & Life Coaching

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance or they will need to apply for a DBS.

If you are interested in any of the above vacancies then please send your CV to Abdul Hasib, Gainsborough Learning Zone, Hamilton Road, West Ham, London E15 3AE or alternatively e-mail Newham.adultlearning@newham.gov. uk Closing date: 3rd March 2019 Newham Adult Learning Service was graded Good with Outstanding Features by Ofsted If you are interested in any of the above vacancies then please send your CV to Abdul Hasib, Gainsborough Learning Zone, Hamilton Road, West Ham, London E15 3AE or alternatively e-mail Newham.adultlearning@newham.gov. uk

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Vacancies

Early Years Educator

Maternity Leave cover (up to 1 year)

Kay Rowe Nursery School & Children’s Centre

Applications from candidates without a level 3 qualification but with a related degree e.g. Early Years, Psychology will be considered. Must be willing to undergo further training

OSBORNE ROAD, FOREST GATE, LONDON E7 OPH TEL: 0208 534 4403 Kay Rowe Nursery School Osborne Road

Visits can be made by calling the school on 0208 534 4403

Forest Gate

If you are interested in this position, please APPLY HERE.

London E7 0PH

Closing date: 4th March 2019

Be part of the team at our Outstanding Nursery School!

Early Years Educator (level 3) 27.5 hours per week 49 weeks (12.306.00) Required for April 2019

NQT Primary Pool 2019/20 Newham School Newham Schools - Primary NQT Pool 2019/20 NEWHAM, a vibrant cosmopolitan community in the heart of East London, was recognised by Ofsted as “a model for others to follow”.

For primary schools, Newham is ranked 7th nationally for children achieving the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics.

You’ll have the opportunity to work in schools that are committed to developing innovative practice and transforming children’s educational experience.

We understand how important the first step in your teaching career is.

With this in mind, all NQTs receive an individualised induction programme designed to allow you to pursue your

professional development in a supportive environment.

We combine high starting salaries with excellent opportunities for promotion, allowing you to develop your career within the borough.*NQTs who apply through the Primary Pool also receive an extensive set of benefits including a generous Golden Hello payment.

*The Golden Hello is not available to NQTs who completed an employmentbased training route.

Closing date: 31st July 2019

You can apply to the pool online today by completing one application form HERE. We will support you throughout the application process, right through to appointment. Short listed candidates attend a selection day at a Newham school, then successful candidates are matched to suitable schools.

For more information on the process or to find out more about being an NQT in Newham, please visit www.teachnewham.co.uk or email trm@npw.uk.com

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Vacancies

Admin Assistant St Angela’s Ursuline School We are seeking to appoint an excellent experienced administrative assistant, to work full time in a busy main school office. If you are: • Experienced and skilled in using Windows and Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook • Experienced and skilled in using SIMS • Experienced in working in an office with exceptional organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise tasks, and manage own workload

• Able to communicate effectively with parents, staff and secondary school pupils With:

Email: vacancies@stangelasursuline.co.uk

• Demonstrably high standards of literacy and numeracy skills

Website: www.stangelasursuline.co.uk

• A cheerful friendly disposition that can cope with a busy school office Salary: Scale 3 Closing Date: Friday 22nd February 2019 (12 noon) Start date: As soon as possible after acceptance Please contact Miss Caroline Brown for an application form:

• Proficient in using Google for Education (Docs / Sheets / Slides)

St Angela’s Ursuline School, St George’s Road, London, E7 8HU

Data Manager

Salary: PO3 £35,991 to £38,994 per annum

St Angela’s Ursuline School St Angela’s Ursuline school is seeking to appoint a dedicated, motivated and determined individual for the position of Data Manager.

The purpose of this role is to coordinate all aspectsof information and data management throughout the whole school. Including preparation and maintenance of student and staff records in order to ensure the availability of accurate and meaningful data.

Key Accountabilities • To develop data management and storage systems, in order to ensure data is up to date, accurate and accessible; • To have a key role in the development of efficient and reliable data gathering systems and procedures; • To provide appropriate staff training and guidance in the use of the schools data management system;

Tel: 0208 472 6022 Fax: 0208 475 0245

Hours: Full time - 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Start Date: As soon as possible Closing date: 1st March 2019 Interviews: w/b 11th March 2018 Please contact Ms Caroline Brown for an application form:

both services to the community and the employment of people and expects all employees to understand and promote its policies in their work.

Please contact Ms Caroline Brown for an application form: St Angela’s Ursuline School, St George’s Road, London, E7 8HU Tel: 0208 475 7335, Fax: 0208 475 0245 Email: vacancies@stangelasursuline.co.uk

St Angela’s Ursuline School, St George’s Road, London, E7 8HU Tel: 0208 475 7335, Fax: 0208 475 0245 Email: vacancies@stangelasursuline.co.uk

Website: www.stangelasursuline.co.uk We are an equal opportunities employer & we are committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children.

Equal Opportunities The School has a strong commitment to achieving equality of opportunity in

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Vacancies

Childcare Manager

Excellent CPD opportunities?

Ellen Wilkinson Primary School

To work with and collaborate with other settings?

(Full Time)

Are you:

Permanent Contract - Full Time (40 Hours per Week – 52 weeks per year)

An experienced Childcare Manager or Deputy Manager?

(Salary Scale PO1) We are seeking to appoint an experienced outstanding Childcare Manager for our setting Little Ellie’s. This operates from 8am until 6pm throughout the year and provides high quality childcare provision for our community.

Our childcare setting is currently rated as "Good" and we are looking for someone who can take it to the next level of "Outstanding."

Little Ellie’s is dedicated to providing the best possible learning experiences for children in a loving and friendly atmosphere.

Do you want to join: A friendly, welcoming, child friendly setting?

Ofsted Rating –Good?

Purpose built provision which is attached to Ellen Wilkinson Primary School, and situated within the same premises as Beckton and Royal Docks Children’s Centre?

A wealth of support and experience both within the School and Children’s Centre?

Passionate and positive?

Driven by a 'make it happen’ attitude?

Have a passion for working with young children and families?

Can bring high energy to every task you take on, and solution driven approach?

Application forms and JD, please APPLY HERE. For further information you can contact: Sheleena Laskar Tel: 0207 511 9414 E-mail: info@ellenwilkinson.newham.sch.u k Closing date: 22/02/2019

Short listing: w/b 25/02/2019 Interviews: w/b 04/03/2019

Are determined to have best outcomes for all children?

Desirable Degree level 3 childcare/ Leadership & Management qualification, All Nursery Manager Applicants will be required to have an Enhanced DBS. The successful applicant will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We welcome candidates to arrange an informal visit to our centre to discuss this post.

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Vacancies

School Business Manager Little Ilford School Headteacher – Ian Wilson Learning Together Achieving Together Succeeding Together REQUIRED TO START AS SOON AS POSSIBLE SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

Salary PO8: £49,313 - £60,261 (depending on experience) Full-time/52 weeks per year (26 days annual leave to be taken during school holidays) This is a fantastic opportunity to continue your leadership journey in a well led, collaborative and supportive environment. Little Ilford is a friendly, inclusive and oversubscribed school in Newham making a big difference to the lives of our diverse student community. In 2016 we moved into a brand new state-of-the-art building. We have a strong reputation and high expectations of both students and staff and consider this to be an exciting place to work and develop, where creativity and innovation are nurtured. We really know our students, and focus on them as individuals. Pastoral systems are strong and we value a curriculum offer and activities that educate the whole child.

As a school we are absolutely committed to ensuring that all staff have access to comprehensive professional development and have developed an exciting and impactful programme designed to offer training that makes a real difference. We value a good home/work balance and do what we can to support our staff in this respect.

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and high calibre Business Manager to join our energetic and dynamic Senior Leadership Team. You will strategically plan and manage the school’s budget, oversee the school’s finance, HR, Health & Safety, ICT and other administrative systems, and lead our excellent support team.

There is no closing date on this advert - we will shortlist as soon as we have a strong field Little Ilford School, Rectory Road, Manor Park, London E12 6JB The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates.

We will support and develop you to become an outstanding leader and provide working partnership opportunities with other schools.

We are an aspirational, reflective and creative learning community where all adults are learners who take risks in order to achieve excellent results for our students.

We look forward to receiving your application.

To apply or obtain further information please see the vacancy section of our website www.littleilford.newham.sch.uk or contact Mehz Karim on 020 8928 3548 /email m.karim@littleilford.org

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Vacancies

Finance Officer

manage stressful situations in their own lives’.

Closing date: Wednesday 20 February 2019

Salary: Scale S02 – P01

Ofsted Report February 2018

£30,930 - £34,113

Start date: As soon as possible

We wish to appoint a confident, organised, and committed individual to join our finance team to assist with all areas of the finance function including month-end- and year-end processes.

Interviews: w/c Monday 25 February 2019

Our school values ‘Be Proud, Aim High, Work Hard, Be Nice, No Excuses’ are at the centre of everything we do to maximise girls’ progress, develop character and promote emotional health and wellbeing.

The successful candidate should be committed to the education of young people, able to manage their time effectively, and carry out all the tasks related to this position with a high degree of professionalism, skill and independence.

‘The school has an exceptional range of support strategies for the personal development and welfare of all pupils.

They are taught how to develop strong resilience and mental health.

For example, all pupils have opportunities to take part in outdoor pursuits, which they said help them

In return we can offer excellent opportunities for professional development and a great working environment.

Nursery Nurse

and friendly environment in the heart of Stratford?

Visits to the nursery are welcomed and encouraged.

Closing Date: 25/02/19

(E.g. NNEB, NVQ3, CACHE, BTEC)

Ronald Openshaw Nursery Education Centre is a main stream nursery school which is also resourced for children with complex special needs. If you feel that you could make a real difference to the lives of the children from this diverse community and would like to work within a supportive and professional team then please apply, we would love to hear from you.

Salary £19,917 - £21,984 (pro rata)

The successful applicant will have:

36hrs per week – term time only

1. A playful and enthusiastic approach to working with children with a wide range of needs and backgrounds.

Sarah Bonnell School

36 hours per week Fixed Term for 6 months

Ronald Openshaw Nursery Education Centre Henniker Road Stratford E14 1JP Tel no: 020 8534 6196 Nursery Nurse A recognised Nursery Nurse qualification

We are looking to recruit a Nursery Nurse to start in April 2019 at the latest.

Are you able to bring out the very best in children with your enthusiastic approach and creative thinking? Do you want to work in a busy, warm

Please APPLY HERE.

For more information visit the school website www.sarahbonnellonline.co.uk

Interviews: 08/03/19 Please APPLY HERE.

2. Excellent English, Maths and ICT skills We offer excellent opportunities for professional development.

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Vacancies

SCITTELS—Professional Tutor

their practice and are provided with training that is highly relevant to their needs.

SCITTELS

The role would include:

Initial Teacher Training (ITT) Tutor and Leadership Responsible TBC SCITTELS (which stands for School Centred Initial Teacher Training in East London Schools) is looking to appoint a dynamic, innovative and dedicated Professional Tutor to work as a member of our outstanding teacher training programmes. We are a consortium of schools within East London who work in close partnership to provide outstanding initial teacher training, leading to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through delivering: SCITTELS PGCE, School Direct PGCE and School Direct Salaried courses.

We are looking for Outstanding Primary Practitioners who have experience of delivering a first class education within inclusive, diverse and challenging schools. At SCITTELS, we provide a high level of individualised support to our trainees, ensuring that they make rapid and sustained progress and are well prepared for teaching in East London and further afield.

The role of the Primary Professional Tutor You will work alongside a team of Tutors and to deliver outstanding professional development sessions to primary trainees. You will directly support a group of trainees, working with their School Based Mentors to ensure the trainees are developing

young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

NPW, managing recruitment on behalf of Newham Schools

Tracking and supporting trainee teachers’ progress Supporting professional and school based tutors in carrying out their role Communicating with and visiting partnership schools Working with others in the team to support developments in ITT Deliver centre based training sessions What we offer: Opportunity to work in a wellestablished, Outstanding ITT provider Support through CPD Opportunities to work with a growing partnership network across East London Prior experience of Initial Teacher Training is preferred, but not essential. For an informal discussion or to visit us please contact niall.dosad@colegrave.newham.sch.u k Please also visit our website: http:// www.scittels.co.uk/ Start date: September 2019 Closing date: Ongoing Interview: TBC Please APPLY HERE. The schools in Newham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and

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Vacancies

Extended School Day Manager North Beckton Primary School Harrier Way, London, E6 5XG Headteacher: Ms Alison Helm Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Bal Kettory & Mrs Michelle Olorunfe-Ojo Extended School Day Manager Term Time Only

(5 hours per day: 7.15am – 9.15am & 3.15pm – 6.15pm) Possibility of additional hours during lunchtime (11.30am – 1.30pm) SCALE 6 (depending on experience and qualifications – TA Level 3 minimum required) We are a popular, successful school dedicated to learning. We can offer you a welcoming and hardworking

staff and Governors, friendly children and supportive parents.

our school website: http:// www.northbeckton.newham.sch.uk

You would be part of a highly valued staff team that makes a significant contribution towards our calm and effective school.

Closing date: Sunday 3rd March 2019 11:59pm

We are looking for a Lead Play worker to lead and facilitate on the day-today organisation of our ‘extended school day’ activities, which include a breakfast club and a 6 o clock club. Are you organised, a great communicator, lively and able to motivate others?

Do you understand how children learn and play?

Do you enjoy working with children – seeing them develop and grow?

Can you work on your own initiative and be an inspiring part of a team?

Are you committed to learning yourself?

Application form and further details available to download HERE or from

Your role will involve:

Rosetta Primary School

Supervising children in the dining hall, playground and classrooms

Custom House London E16 3PB Telephone 020 7476 5308 Email info@rosetta.newham.sch.uk Supervisory Assistants Salary: Scale 2 Monday – Friday 1hour 40 minutes per day Term Time Only We are looking to appoint Midday Supervisory Assistants to join our team of lunchtime staff. Applicants will need to have excellent communication skills, enthusiasm and a willingness to participate in playground activities and games.

North Beckton Primary School and the London Borough of Newham are equal opportunities employers. As a School, we are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.

If you’re interested in finding out more about us, please give us a call on 020 7473 3344 (asking to speak to Mr Taz Mansuria) and arrange a visit.

Supervisory Assistants Sophia Road

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 11th March 2019

Assisting children to develop good table manners and lunchtime courtesy.

Organising games and play opportunities.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applications will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For application form and further details please APPLY HERE.

Promoting positive play and social inclusion.

Helping children to resolve disputes.

Dealing with any inappropriate behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.

Closing Date: 22nd February 2019 Interview Date: Week beginning 10th March 2019

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Vacancies

Children’s Centre Manager

Manage a modern facility?

Ellen Wilkinson Primary School

Join a proactive and dynamic staff team?

36 Hours per week 52 weeks per year

Enjoy new challenges?

We can offer you:

The Beckton and Royal Docks Children’s Centre at Ellen Wilkinson opened in January 2008 and has been a huge success, achieving 2 National awards. It works across three sites in partnership with Early Start providing services in line with Newham’s ‘Best Start in Life’ offer.

Purpose built provision which is attached to Ellen Wilkinson Primary School,

We are looking for an experienced, hardworking, enthusiastic and organised person to join our staff team, in the day to day running and managing of the Centre who will also help contribute to its strategic work within the community.

Opportunities to work with and collaborate with other settings and agencies

This post would involve responsibilities such as: overseeing the day to day running of the services within the Children’s Centre, analysing the impact and feedback from these services, using this information to strategically plan future targeted provision within the community, leading the Children’s Centre staff team, recruiting providers for services for 0-5’s, undertaking marketing activities to promote and publicise the centre, ensuring the parents and children receive the quality of support and provision we would expect.

Passionate about ensuring the best life chances for young children and families?

Do you want to: Make a difference to the lives of multiple families and young children?

Be involved with developing the community support provision for 05’s?

Be part of a friendly, welcoming, and child friendly setting?

Work with a range of different agencies?

A wealth of support and experience both within the School and Children’s Centre

Excellent CPD opportunities

please contact Nadia Walker on 0207 474 0654.

Closing date:

15.02.2019

Shortlisting week commencing: 25.02.2019 Interviews week commencing: 04.03.2019.

The successful applicant will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The opportunity to make a real difference in our local community Are you:

An effective communicator?

Relentless in ensuring children are heard and safeguarded?

An experienced Children’s Centre Manager or Deputy Manager?

Passionate and positive?

Driven by a 'make it happen’ attitude?

Analytical and strategic?

Solution driven?

Determined to have best outcomes for all children?

Then this could be the job for you!

Visits to the Children’s Centre are welcome and encouraged. If you would like to arrange a visit please call Nadia Walker on 0207 474 0654.

If you wish to apply for this position, please APPLY HERE where the advert has been placed. If you require any further information about the post

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Vacancies

BSiL Family Support Worker Altmore Infant School East Ham Children’s Centre Best Start in Life Family Support Worker Required for: As soon as possible Pay scale: Scale 6 We are looking to appoint an experienced Family Support Worker who will be responsible for supporting families in the East Ham area in accessing Newham’s Best Start in Life Guarantee: delivering programmes, workshops and sessions offering evidence based advice and guidance to improve parenting capacity. The

position will be based at the Altmore Children’s Centre site.

The successful applicant will need to be flexible, have an enthusiastic approach and be able to work collaboratively and sensitively across our neighbourhood. They will need to be professional at all times, with a particular awareness of confidentiality.

Good communication skills, excellent record keeping and team work are essential.

The settings in our neighbourhood are large and very enjoyable to work in. We are very well resourced, in terms of: people, equipment, grounds and children! CPD (continual professional development) is a high priority for all staff. If you would like to become part our team and

experience the rewards of working with young children and families in the community then please APPLY HERE. You are welcome to contact Karen Higgins (karen.higgins@altmore.newham.sch. uk) for more information.

Closing date for applications: Friday 01.03.19 (midday) Interviews to be held: Tuesday 12.03.19

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