Candidate Brief. Brief for the position of. ICT & Business Teacher (Grammar School), Cranbrook School, Ilford Essex September 2013.

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1 Candidate Brief Cranbrook School Brief for the position of ICT & Business Teacher (Grammar School), Cranbrook School, September 2013 Page 1

2 Candidate Brief Cranbrook School, Contents Letter from Headteacher... 3 Background to the School Cranbrook in the Press Background to Cognita Job Specification Renumeration & How to Apply Page 2

3 Candidate Brief Cranbrook School, Letter from the Headteacher Dear Candidate, Thank you for your interest in becoming an ICT & Business Teacher with Cranbrook Grammar school. I hope this application pack and the information on the school s website will make you eager to apply for this position and become part of the team here. Cranbrook School is part of the Cognita family. We support each other and place a large emphasis on fostering and maintaining good relationships amongst all teams throughout the school. We believe the core purpose of teachers is to inspire and motivate students to achieve their best. Teaching excellence underpins any good school and our teachers must deliver excellent lesson every day. The most important role that an ICT & Business Teacher for the Grammar School will play is ensuring that this objective is met. Personal qualities I value are honesty, hard work, loyalty and humility. It is essential that you are passionate about achieving high standards of professionalism and high standards of teaching and learning. When OFSTED next inspect Cranbrook I want it to be graded Outstanding in every aspect. I am particularly keen to read in your letter of application how you will go about leading improvements that will raise inspection judgements from Good to Outstanding in the quality of education. I want to see examples from your career and your life which illustrate how you match the personal qualities and professional expectations I require from my teachers. We have an exciting journey ahead of us and I need to know that you have the skills, the aptitude and the desire to be successful. To succeed in the position you will need people skills to know when and how to implement change. You will be able to work with colleagues to improve teaching. Our goal is for all lessons to be graded Good or Outstanding. Satisfactory practice should not be good enough for you. If you like to be seen in classrooms, corridors and leading assemblies and you want to improve the standards of teaching, then I would welcome your application. Yours Sincerely Ivan Mulinder Headteacher Page 3

4 About Us Cranbrook School Here at Cranbrook we aim to achieve excellent academic results for all students and do so to a standard in advance of their years. However, whilst doing so, we instil a full range of life skills as well as nurturing and developing positive personal qualities. A key element in achieving this success is our expertise in acknowledging and treating each student as an individual. We determine their strengths and weaknesses and tailor their time with us accordingly, with constant monitoring, evaluation and fine tuning taking place in the background, from the outset. We are also totally committed to our own performance as a school in order to be our very best for each student. We constantly observe and review every department and individual staff member at every Key Stage, to ensure that our high standards are always maintained. We consider the physical and emotional wellbeing of each student to be of prime importance to us, with a variety of play, physical education and sport alongside their academic week. Our parents appreciate the traditional values of respect, courtesy, tolerance and multicultural awareness that we foster in their children. We also make no apology for encouraging balanced competitiveness both inside and outside of the classroom. Our children feel a particular pride in their school and are renowned in the local community for being extremely smart, polite and courteous; attributes that are expected of them by the school at all times. Founded in 1896, Cranbrook has always combined high academic performance with traditional values. Page 4

5 Cranbrook School Acquisition by Cognita Schools Ltd in April 2007 has prepared the school for this next stage in its history. Originally a boys-only school, In January 2011, Cranbrook College merged with Glenarm College, introducing a Nursery and integrating both schools into a new, state of the art site in Mansfield Rd,. The schools, who share the same founder, have re-branded themselves under the new title of Cranbrook and are now fully co-educational. The school originally offered classes for students aged three to 16 with an inclusive approach to a rounded education. In September 2012 the school opened their Sixth Form to students, increasing their age range of students from 3 to 18. Over the years we have striven to maintain our reputation for the traditional values of excellence, smartness of uniform, courtesy, good manners, integrity and confidence. These qualities can be seen in our pupils today, blended with modern and innovative ideas. Our Vision Statement At Cranbrook our students will achieve the best they can in their work and behaviour. This is because we put excellence in teaching and traditional values at the heart of everything we do. We believe the core purpose of teachers is to inspire and motivate students to achieve their best and develop a passion for their favourite subjects. The better teachers teach, the more children will learn, and the more they learn, the better they will feel about themselves. We expect all in our community to be polite and courteous and to show respect for themselves, for others and for the environment. We care that staff and students alike enjoy their time at school and strive to give more than they receive. We see our school as part of a wider community and take great pride in our close relationships with parents and the local community. Children are entitled to an education, which allows them to reach their full potential unhindered by inequalities, racism, sexism and any kind of harassment. Page 5

6 Cranbrook School Cranbrook in the Press - Sixth Form Thursday 8 th November 2012 Ilford school celebrates opening of first ever sixth-form Cranbrook School, in Mansfield Road, officially opened its first Sixth Form for 16 to 19-year-olds yesterday (Wednesday). The A-Level curriculum focuses on core subjects including English, Maths and Sciences. Headteacher Ivan Mulinder said the opening marked a milestone in the school s history. Cranbrook School in Ilford has taken its first ever intake of sixth form pupils He added: Staff responsible for teaching the sixth form curriculum are all highly experienced A Level teachers and we are confident that Cranbrook s outstanding track record at GCSE level will be replicated by the A level cohorts of the future. Page 6

7 Cranbrook School Cranbrook in the Press Co-educational Thursday, 20 th September 2012 One of the oldest boy s schools in Redbridge opens its doors to girls for the first time One of the oldest boys schools in the borough has opened its doors to girls for the first time. Cranbrook Grammar School, Mansfield Road, Ilford, has welcomed a number of girls into a variety of year groups after a phenomenal year, according to Headteacher Ivan Mulinder. He said: Cranbrook boys are renowned in the community for being polite and courteous. This comes with the traditional values that have been instilled in our students for more than 100 years. Now that we are co-educational across all year groups, the boys have stepped up the everincreasing challenge. This has been a phenomenal year for Cranbrook, which recently received an outstanding Ofsted report, has injected 4.1million into facilities and has expanded the school to include a much-needed Sixth Form. Year 9 student Talia Vellai, added: I am really excited to be part of this new academic intake at Cranbrook Grammar. Page 7

8 Cranbrook School Cranbrook in the Press - Ofsted Report 23 rd July 2012 Cognita school achieves top grades in latest Ofsted report An Ilford school has received a glowing endorsement from Ofsted, the Office for Standards in Education, for its outstanding commitment to the welfare, development and progress of its pupils. Inspectors commended Cranbrook School, a member of the Cognita Group of schools, for its commitment to delivering high quality education in a positive environment, where teachers are encouraged to focus on the quality of learning to ensure that students progress at a rate in excess of expectations. Founded in 1896, Cranbrook School is a fully co-educational independent school for pupils aged between 3 to 18 years, with a new Sixth Form scheduled to open in September Its 282 pupils consistently perform well above the national average at the end of each key stage. In January 2011, Cranbrook and Glenarm Colleges integrated into a new, state of the art site on Mansfield Rd, adjacent to the existing Cranbrook College campus. The report reserved special praise for the school s unwavering commitment to achieving its vision and values of ensuring that staff and students alike enjoy their time at the school and strive to give more than they receive. The school was also praised for the added value it achieves for each and every pupil. Commenting on the report, Ivan Mulinder, Head Teacher of Cranbrook School, said: This report is a great endorsement of the staff and pupils at Cranbrook and the very special atmosphere and approach to learning that we have developed in recent years. One of the school s strengths is its capacity to get the very best from each child, taking their gifts and talents and translating them into excellent exam results which exceed national benchmarks and their earlier expectations. I congratulate everyone in the school community and am proud that Cranbrook offers both academic outcomes and a supportive, happy environment for pupils. Speaking of the school, Ofsted reporting inspector, David Young said: Cranbrook aims to put excellence in teaching, with traditional values, at the heart of its education. The school s vision places a strong emphasis on the development of personal qualities, including courtesy and respect, which helps students engage with interest and enthusiasm in their learning. As a result of high expectations and good attention to students personal needs, students throughout the school have very positive attitudes to learning and their behaviour is outstanding. Page 8

9 Cranbrook School Cranbrook in the Press - Investment Ivan Mulinder, appointed head of Cranbrook in January, said: The whole day went extremely well, with over 100 parents who showed up. Tuesday 24 th May m boost for Ilford private school One of an Ilford school s oldest former pupils has helped some of its youngest to open 4million of new facilties. We wanted to celebrate the new facilities but also the 100 years of history that the school has, that s why we invited John Smith along. Cranbrook school was established in 1896 by W H Carter, two years after his sister cofounded Glenarm College. Today the united Cranbrook has nearly 300 students and is planning to expand in the years to come. Mr Mulinder added: My goal is to make our good grades even better with new initiatives. It is a very bright future for the school, and our aims is to have 100 per cent of students achieving five A* to C grades at Key Stage Four. Mike Gapes cutting the ribbon with Headmaster Ivan Mulinder and VIPs Old boy John Smith, 83, joined Ilford South MP Mike Gapes on Saturday when he cut the ribbon at Cranbrook, an independent college in Mansfield Road, Ilford. As part of the day-long ceremony parents were taken on a tour of the new facilities, as well as listening to MP Mike Gapes talking about his own school days. Olympic Gold Medalist Christine Ohuruogu later arrived to release balloons to mark the occasion. The investment in the building comes after Cranbrook College was merged with Glenarm College at Easter to create an institution catering for boys and girls aged from 3 to 16 years old. Page 9

10 Candidate Brief Cranbrook School, Background to Cognita Cognita was formed in 2004 with funds provided by its management and Englefield Capital. The Group Company employs c. 4,000 staff across the UK, Europe, Asia and Latin America. There are over 17,000 pupils on the roll of the 50+ schools. The schools fit a broad profile, including Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools. The Company's Head Office is in Milton Keynes. Cognita's Chairman Chris Woodhead has over 35 years experience in education. He has taught English in grammar and comprehensive schools, lectured in education at Oxford University, and worked in senior posts in three Local Education Authorities. He ran the National Curriculum Council and the Schools Curriculum Assessment Authority before becoming Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Schools. He resigned from this post in November He is now a Professor of Education at the University of Buckingham and broadcasts and writes regularly on education policy. Over the years, Chris Woodhead has championed the values that are important to millions of parents across the country. "The basic skills of literacy and numeracy; a broad and balanced curriculum which excites all children; a secure, disciplined learning environment in which each child is known and valued; we do not need to reinvent the 21st century" he goes on to say that, "what we want is what concerned parents have always wanted: teachers who care equally about the subjects they teach and the children for whom they are responsible, who have the highest possible expectations of each and every one of their pupils, and who, can keep order and explain ideas with clarity and enthusiasm that captures the child's imagination" Cognita's Vision is to own and manage a family of independent schools, each of which enjoys an excellent reputation within its community. Each school's reputation will grow as a result of consistently meeting the aspirations that parents have for their child's education. Their child will be happy and enthusiastic about the school. The school will be seen to invest in its relationship with individual parents. It will be recognised as keen to nurture a culture that treats parents as customers. The Group aims to implement three key strategies in all its schools, in order to deliver upon this vision. It will: Protect, preserve and develop the atmosphere, ethos and culture of each school so that it promotes its own identity. Recruit, retain and develop very good teachers in order to provide the very best education. Develop excellent communications between the school and its parents. For more information about the company please visit Page 10

11 Candidate Brief Cranbrook School, Job Specification ICT & Business Teacher Cranbrook School Reporting to: Headteacher Cranbrook School is a vibrant, independent school teaching children from Nursery to Sixth Form (3-18). We are seeking to appoint an aspiring ICT & Business Teacher for our Grammar school. We received an excellent OFSTED report in June 2012, graded Good with Outstanding features. We are looking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational leader capable of delivering Outstanding lessons, who will help the school achieve Outstanding when OFSTED next return. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Cranbrook is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the job, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Criminal Records Bureau. SECTION 1 - GENERAL TEACHING DUTIES To maintain and build upon the standards prescribed in the award for Qualified Teacher Status as set out by the Secretary of State for Education. Teaching & Learning 1. To manage pupil learning through effective teaching in accordance with the department s schemes of work and policies. 2. To ensure continuity, progression and cohesiveness in all teaching. 3. To use a variety of methods and approaches (including differentiation) to match curricular objectives and the range of pupil needs, and ensure equal opportunity for all pupils. 4. To set homework regularly, (in accordance with the school homework policy), to consolidate and extend learning and to encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own learning. 5. To work effectively as a member of the departmental team to improve the quality of teaching and learning. 6. To set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding and to maximise their achievement. 7. To use positive management of behaviour in an environment of mutual respect which allows pupils to feel safe and secure and promotes their self-esteem. Monitoring, Assessment, Recording, Reporting, and Accountability 1. To be immediately responsible for the processes of identification, assessment, recording and reporting for the pupils in their charge. Page 11

12 Cranbrook School 2. To assess pupils work systematically and use the results to inform future planning, teaching and curricular development. 3. To be familiar with statutory assessment and reporting procedures and to prepare and present informative, helpful and accurate reports to parents. 4. To keep an accurate register of pupils. Unexplained absences or patterns of absence should be reported immediately in accordance with the School policy. Subject Knowledge & Understanding 1. To have a thorough and up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum programmes of study, level descriptors. 2. To keep up to date with research and developments in teaching in general and the subject area in particular. Professional Standards & Development 1. To be a role model to pupils through personal presentation and professional conduct. 2. To arrive in class, on or before the start of the lesson, and to begin and end lessons on time. 3. To keep up to date with developments and new ideas related to the curriculum area taught. 4. To maintain attractive wall displays and other exhibitions of pupils work. 5. To cover for absent colleagues as is reasonable, fair and equitable. 6. To be familiar with the school and department handbooks and support all the school s policies, e.g. those on Health and Safety, Literacy, Numeracy and ICT. 7. To be involved in extra-curricular activities such as making a contribution to afterschool clubs and visits. 8. To establish effective working relationships with professional colleagues and associate staff. 9. To attend Staff Meetings and participate in INSET. 10. To carry out supervision of pupils at break and lunch times, by undertaking playground duties and assisting with after-school detention. 11. To strive for personal and professional development through active involvement in the school s appraisal system and performance management procedures. 12. To maintain a working knowledge and understanding of teachers professional duties as set out in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions document, and teachers legal liabilities and responsibilities relating to all current legislation, including the role of the education service in protecting children. 13. To participate in Parent-Teacher Consultations and Open Evenings. Page 12

13 Cranbrook School 14. To liaise effectively with parent/carers and with other agencies with responsibility for pupils education and welfare. 15. To co-operate with the employer in all matters concerning Health and Safety and specifically to take reasonable care of their own Health & Safety, and that of any other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. 16. To train in basic first aid. 17. To be familiar with and implement the relevant requirements of the current SEN Code of Practice and to consider the needs of all pupils within lessons (and to implement specialist advice) especially those who: have SEN; are gifted and talented; are not yet fluent in English. 18. To be aware of the role of the Parent-Teacher Association of the School and to support its activities. 19. To be aware of the role of the Governing Body of the School and to support it in performing its duties. 20. To undertake any reasonable task as directed by the Headmaster or line manager. SECTION 2 - ADDITIONAL DUTIES FOR THIS POST The following tasks will be negotiated and agreed at the time of appointment and at annual review. These additional tasks are seen as an important part of the School's professional development programme: 1. Leading visits to at least 3 places of educational interest. 2. Running at least 2 lunchtime or after-school clubs. 3. To carry out risk assessments of all activities within the subject area and to ensure that these are passed to the Health and Safety Officer. This job description will be reviewed annually and may be subject to amendment or modification at any time after consultation with the post holder. It is not a comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main expectations of the school in relation to the post holder s professional responsibilities and duties. Page 13

14 Remuneration Cranbrook School A salary package commensurate with the responsibility for the post and the experience of the successful candidate will be offered as per M1-M6 of the teaching salary scale dependant on experience. The School participates in the Teachers Pension Scheme, which you will also be invited to join. How to Apply This appointment will be managed internally by Cranbrook School. Letters in support of your application should be no more than 2 pages of A4 and must be accompanied by a completed Application Form (which can be supplemented by CV s but not in substitution of the Application Form itself). These should be sent by to: stacy.whitham@cranbrook-school.co.uk or via the application link on TES. If candidates prefer to send their application by post, it should be addressed to: Stacy Whitham Office Manager & PA To Headteacher Cranbrook School Ilford Essex Applications must be received by 12pm on Friday 10 th May Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a two-day selection event to be held at the school on 17 th & 20 th May Cranbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau. Page 14