Early Careers and Professional Learning Lead
Early Careers and Professional Learning Lead
Kingsbury Green Academy, judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in every category when inspected in April 2022, is part of the successful Ascend Learning Trust. We are an ambitious, forward thinking 11-18 years Academy situated in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Calne in Wiltshire.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment for both our students and staff. We believe in continuous professional growth and the importance of early-career development, which is why we’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Early Careers and Professional Learning Lead to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a comprehensive induction programme for ECTs to ensure their smooth transition and growth within the school.
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for staff at all stages of their careers.
- Collaborate with school leadership to design, develop, and implement professional learning programmes for all staff members
- Work with the Deputy Headteacher (Teaching and Learning) to organise and facilitate professional learning sessions, workshops, and seminars focused on pedagogy, curriculum design, classroom management, and other teaching strategies
- Foster a culture of reflective practice and continuous learning, providing guidance and support to both new and experienced teachers.
- Track and assess the progress of professional learning activities and initiatives, ensuring alignment with school goals and objectives.
Applications from Teachers of Maths, History or RS and PHSE would be desirable.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 9am Wednesday 19th MarchInterview Date: Wednesday 26th March 2025
Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.
Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.
If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality professional who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.
Together we will foster a culture of compassion and inclusivity with high expectations and standards for all. Where horizons are limitless, and education is unmissable.
Together we Belong, Believe, Become.
We also offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores, restaurants, cinemas, and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a cycle to work scheme. We have a wide range of benefits for employees which include:
Health & Wellbeing- Free annual Flu Vaccines
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- 24-hour access to free counselling helpline for family, debt advice
- *Annual ‘Wellbeing Day’
- Generous holiday allowance
- Flexible working solutions
- Hundreds of offers and discounts and cashback on local and national stores
- Excellent Pension Schemes
- Cycle to Work and Tech Schemes
- Health and Fitness Schemes (available at additional cost)
- Instructional Coaching for Teachers
- Developmental performance management conversations
- Apprenticeship opportunities for ‘on the job training’
- Investment in your career, internal and external talent solutions.
- Recognition and Reward –including service awards
- Please note some allowances are only applicable on completion of a successful 6 month probation.
Please note if we receive sufficient applications, we may close this job role earlier.
If you need any assistance completing your application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01793 781485 or alternatively you can email recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, which means that you are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they would normally be considered "spent” and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.
In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children.Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment regardless of whether this is the current or most recent employment Any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.