Ambitions Academies Trust (AAT) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AAT secures outstanding achievement and improved life chances of all our pupils.
All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunities.
We currently have the following vacancy at LeAF Studio School, Holloway Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 9JW – Geography Teacher. NQT’s also welcome to apply. Start date in September 2023.
This is an exciting opportunity to join LeAF Studio School within Ambitions Academies Trust. Dynamic, forward-thinking and absolutely committed to changing the lives of all young people, we are seeking new colleagues who will share our inclusive and positive ethos.
What we're looking for
Teachers at LeAF Studio School are expected to be excellent classroom practitioners with strong subject knowledge and a high level of emotional intelligence.
An understanding of Dual-Careers is important to support our young athletes, with applicants having experience of balancing a performance sports career alongside their own professional teaching career being an advantage.
You will have strong communication skills and the ability to build good relationships with pupils, parents and staff whilst also being able to:
- Demonstrate professionalism consistent with the Trust’s values: aspirational, collaborative, inclusive, innovative, and responsible
- Develop/Enhance a unique dual-career curriculum designed to support and guide young athletes through their learning journey at LeAF Studio and beyond.
- Gain experience of Internal verification processes for academic PE at both KS4 and KS5.
- Develop professional links with industry-based clubs, institutions, and governing bodies.
- Show a keen interest in evidence-based research within dual-careers and sport sciences.
- Contribute to extra-curricular provision offered by the department.
What can we offer?
- An opportunity to live and work in the beautiful county of Dorset with excellent links to travel across and enjoy the beaches and countryside of the West Country.
- A thriving school community with extensive facilities
- A creative and innovative culture keen to explore new ways of working to meet fresh challenges and exploit opportunities.
- The benefits of working in a highly collaborative multi-academy trust, including opportunities to work with teachers in other Ambitions academies.
- A Trust wide strategy to support mental health and well-being with a ‘champion in every academy.
- Excellent personal career development - our culture is to promote from within the Trust as much as possible.
- Tailored support and flexibility, allowing you to do what’s best for your children.
- A Microsoft training package.
- A bespoke online safeguarding package
Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AAT reserves the right to close applications early. Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV.
Ambitions Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online search.
High Expectations lead to High Achievers.