Folkestone Academy is looking for an exceptional Pastoral and Learning Leader to join our team. This is a permanent position and would suit a graduate considering teacher training in the future / or an individual with pastoral experience. The successful candidate will:- + Contribute towards the Academy's and Trust's vision and ethos + Enjoy completing their work in a professional and positive manner, relish solving problems and take pride in helping people + Have a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every pupil + Have strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills + Demonstrate honesty and integrity + Be highly motivated and have a flexible approach towards work and working hours + Have knowledge of and experience of working with external agencies and voluntary groups is desirable

+ Candidates will have either: a strong academic track record to degree level/suitable qualifications /experience in pastoral care.

At Folkestone Academy we foster an environment where students value their education and enjoy their learning and feel inspired to develop their true passions. We offer traditional academic subjects alongside creative arts, sports and a vibrant extra-curricular. We want our pupils to find their talents and be the best they can be. We believe our purpose is to provide the young people we serve with a powerful education. This education will foster ambitious students who have the confidence to succeed academically and to go on to live fulfilled, successful lives. We believe that a knowledge-led curriculum delivered by research-engaged, dedicated practitioners is the catalyst necessary to achieve this purpose. Essential to this purpose is our shared commitment to our values. Folkestone Academy is part of Turner Schools, which is committed to giving a powerful education to local families through schools where children thrive and knowledge matters. Turner Schools is committed to ensuring success without selection for our pupils and students by teaching them the core knowledge and life skills they need to thrive in the modern world. Turner Schools is committed to leading schools where children thrive and knowledge matters. Our mission is to set a new standard in non-selective education, empowering our pupils and students with cultural capital. In this way we will contribute to the regeneration of the region; we call this mission 'sea-change'. Turner Schools, is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with eight schools in Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone:-

• Chartham Primary School
• Dover Christ Church Academy
• Folkestone Primary
• Folkestone Academy
• Morehall Primary
• Martello Primary
• St Stephens Infant School
• Turner Free School
We provide education through pre-school, primary, secondary and on to sixth form. Each academy is individual and responds to the needs of its local community to provide the best possible opportunity for its young people. We promote high academic standards, while ensuring crucial opportunities for personal and emotional development. Turner Schools is committed to Transforming children's futures…Empowering children's futures…Strengthening communities. To help us achieve this Turner Staff 'Walk the Turner Talk' They will:
• Speak and act with care: always show compassion and respect for children.
• Act boldly: be ambitious for yourself and the children and young people we serve.
• Learn from adversity: be evaluative, thoughtful and reflective.
• Challenge convention: be curious, welcome difference and unfamiliar thinking.
• Connect with others: support colleagues, parents and pupils to make a great team.
• Use your voice: offer different views and ask questions.
• Do what it takes: be relentless in pursuing the best for children.
• Ask for support: be open and honest when plans go awry.
• Don't give up: be calm, resilient and measured when managing challenges.
Turner Schools is committed to giving a powerful education to local families through schools where children thrive and knowledge matters. Turner Schools is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. It expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to thorough recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and an on-line search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available on line.Two references are required prior to commencement of employment.

Benefits of Working for Turner Schools: We care about our staff's personal and professional wellbeing and are pleased to offer the following benefits: + Fully funded access to Benenden Healthcare + Outstanding professional development through our Turner Institute + Regular wellbeing and social activities + Counselling and mental wellbeing support + Access to Mental Health First Aiders + Cycle to work scheme + Innovation Awards that encourage staff to put forward innovative ideas to make a difference to children's experiences + Trust Vision and Values awards to recognise staff contribution + Free parking on all our sites with access to E chargers Our staff tell us that the Trust is a supportive and motivational place to work, with real attention paid to staff wellbeing, workload and professional development. Further information about our Trust can be found on our website: www.turnerschools.com 37 hours a week Term Time + 2 additional weeks (to include INSET days) Permanent position We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.