Head of Year - Teacher (Maths, History or Business Studies)

We are looking for someone who can bring life to their specialist subject. You will support the Subject Lead to grow and develop the department with plenty of opportunity to make your mark. In addition as a HOY you will lead the year team, creating strong sense of identity and providing outstanding pastoral care and guidance for the students in your year. We need someone who:

• sets high expectations for teaching and learning


• inspires students to love learning


• challenges our young people to think in new ways


• cultivates positive and respectful culture within the Academy


• encourages students to follow systems and procedures


• Is able to deal with bullying, discrimination and peer-on-peer abuse offline or online


• is a reflective and collaborative practitioner with great subject knowledge


• inspires and enthuses children with their passion for their specialist subject


• establishes and maintains strong relationships, using excellent interpersonal skills


• has an up-to-date knowledge of teaching and behaviour management strategies


• is willing to model and support the Oasis ethos
  
  We are looking for an inspirational qualified teacher to take responsibility as Head of Year. Ideally, you will be a Maths, History or Business Studies specialist. You will be joining a team that has a relentless focus on raising achievement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher., Please note that we cannot accept CVs for this role, you must complete a full application form. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English. This is an essential requirement for this role., This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
  
  Oasis Academy Brightstowe is a vibrant, happy and successful secondary school based in Shirehampton. We are part of the Oasis Community Learning family with the express purpose of transforming schools into community hubs, through applying a holistic view of education. By being part of a multi-academy sponsor trust we benefit from support and sharing of best practice from our regional schools, National Lead Practitioners and wider Oasis family. We are committed to ensuring all students achieve academic success, have the opportunity to climb the stairway to University or a real alternative, and lead a fulfilling and happy life. We firmly believe in a structured environment which is founded upon high expectations and no excuses. We believe that all our students, regardless of starting point, can fulfil their potential, and through great teaching and learning they will go on to become valuable and happy members of the community in which they live.
  
  When you join the Oasis family there are several offers you will receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice:


• The OCL Curriculum - we've done the heavy lifting when it comes to planning and preparation! All of our teachers receive mapped out lesson plans, hand-outs, assessment resources, modelled lessons to watch and support with confidence of delivery - all at the click of a button


• Oasis Horizons - all staff and students receive an iPad to enable innovative, progressive and inclusive pedagogy


• No Marking Policy - no more ticking and flicking!


• Comprehensive training opportunities at the cutting edge of educational research and coaching with access to NPQMP, NPQSL and NPQH programmes


• Trust-wide career opportunities - we have national roles inside and outside of the classroom


• Teachers' Pension Scheme employer pension contributions of 23.68% of your salary, plus death in service and ill health retirement benefits


• Occupational Health, Health Shield and Employee Assistance Programme to support your health and wellbeing


• Free eye tests


• Generous Family Leave entitlement


• Cycle to Work scheme


• A genuine opportunity to make a difference where it is needed


• A wonderful team of friendly and supportive colleagues