Job Introduction
An exciting opportunity to join the Physical Education team and develop the dance offer Oasis Academy Sholing
Oasis Academy Sholing is expanding the PE Team and looking to recruit a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teacher of Dance with Girls’ PE to support the Principal, staff and our students as we ‘Strive for Excellence’. This role is available full-time or part-time and we would be happy to discuss candidate preferences at the interview stage. We are keen to develop our Dance offer so that it includes an opportunity for students to study a Dance qualification at KS4, therefore we are looking for someone who could introduce and lead GCSE or BTEC Dance, starting in Year 10 in September. This role also requires teaching PE to predominantly girls’ classes, including supervising changing rooms, as well as contributing to our extra-curricular programme.
The Physical Education department at Oasis Sholing is a progressive and committed team that is driven to provide students with the skills and qualities for lifelong passion and participation in physical activity. Our holistic and inclusive curriculum offers students the opportunity to succeed in numerous aspects of sporting performance. The department has a strong track record of successful outcomes as a result of high-quality teaching.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ECT or experienced teacher looking to make a difference in the lives of young people. You will join a friendly and supportive team that strives to ensure that all students enjoy their learning and surpass expectations of achievement. If you wish to grow professionally, join us, and become part of the team developing an outstanding academy.
Our offer to you
When you join the Sholing family there are a significant number of benefits that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to:
- Opportunities for training and development internally and externally including certifications (e.g. NPQML, NPQSL and NPQH programmes)
- Integrated IT provision to support teaching, including your own laptop and iPad
- The exciting Oasis benefits package for discounts on leisure activities, food and holidays
- Defined benefit of Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Cycle-to-work Incentive
- Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme
- Free eye tests
- Flexible working
- Free use of our dedicated gym area
- A friendly environment with colleagues who care
The role and what we are looking for
We are seeking a passionate Teacher of Dance with Girls’ PE to join our highly qualified and experienced PE Team at Oasis Academy Sholing. The successful candidate will support the development of our KS3 Dance curriculum in PE lessons as well as teach a new Dance qualification at KS4. In addition to this, you will be required to teach PE at KS3 and KS4 to the highest standard and make a positive difference to academy life. A willingness to support the academy ethos and deliver extra-curricular activities within the academy is essential. You must be able to use a range of teaching strategies to inspire and motivate our students and demonstrate a commitment to sharing best practice with colleagues in the department. A passion for Dance and PE and a commitment to integrating it across the curriculum is paramount.
Our academy
Oasis Academy Sholing is a rapidly improving, forward-thinking Academy that maintains high expectations of staff and students.
Sholing is part of the highly successful Oasis Community Learning multi-academy trust. The successful candidate will share the ambition of community transformation, delivered by exceptional education at the heart of the community.
We are searching for somebody who has high expectations, a commitment to raising standards and up to date knowledge of teaching and learning.
Application process
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For further information and an application pack please visit www.oasisacademysholing.org or email us at recruitment@oasissholing.org or phone 02380 448861.
For an informal discussion about the role and the Academy, please contact Layla Jones, Vice Principal, at Layla.Jones@oasissholing.org
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Oasis Academy Sholing are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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