Job Description

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Passionate about inspiring creativity in young people? Join us in inspiring the lively little learners at Harris Primary Academy Peckham Park as a Music Teacher.



Our dedicated team provides a supportive network both onsite as well as support across the Federation to ensure all our staff feel encouraged to do their best. You will be part of a community of dedicated, friendly staff standing by and upholding its mission in creating and maintaining a supportive and thriving learning environment.

WORKING WITH US

Our academy is a member of the Harris Federation, a group of 54 primary and secondary academies in and around London educating some 38,000 young people. The Harris Federation Teaching School Alliance enables us not only to train and develop teachers and leaders in our own academies, but also to do so for other schools.



Each academy is led and run by its Principal and other senior leaders: we are deliberately a federation rather than a chain. What unites us is a culture that ensures the children and teenagers in our schools get an excellent education within a happy, caring and supportive environment.



As a result of this, the vast majority of Harris academies so far to have been inspected by Ofsted have been rated either 'good' or 'outstanding' with the vast majority being Outstanding. Many of these academies replaced schools previously considered to have been failing.



The Harris Federation has been recognised as a top performer by education researchers at the Department for Education, Sutton Trust and Education Policy Institute as well as Watchsted and PwC.



We are a not-for-profit charity created by Lord Harris of Peckham. He and his family take an active interest in every Harris academy, supporting us financially and with their time.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

We look for talented individuals who want to be a part of transforming education in London, and helping create exceptional places of learning. We welcome applications from practitioners who will:


Have regard to the curriculum for the school, and with a view to promoting the development of the abilities and aptitudes of the pupils in any class or group assigned Plan and prepare courses and lessons Teach, according to their educational needs, the pupils assigned to you Set and mark work to be carried out by the pupil in the Academy and elsewhere Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils Disseminate high quality teaching pedagogy and practice to secure consistently good or outstanding teaching and learning for our children Be committed to on-going professional development Contribute to the wider life of the academy Maintain a dynamic and inspiring learning environment Be innovative, highly motivated and eager Have good interpersonal skills and are able to work well as part of a team

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:


QTS (or equivalent) and an undergraduate degree Successful experience of teaching the primary curriculum Good understanding of current theory and best practice in teaching and learning, particularly as it relates to achieving high rates of progress of children of primary age Good subject knowledge of core National Curriculum Good understanding of child development and progression and how this impacts on planning Understanding of effective strategies for managing behaviour within the classroom and in accordance with the school's policy An understanding of equal opportunity issues and how they can be addressed in schools Excellent written and oral communication skills

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation.



Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process.


We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Teacher Development

At Harris, we have curated professional development pathways that will guide you towards achieving your career ambitions. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. With a strong network of passionate educators, expert development initiatives and a multitude of opportunities for career progression, your journey with Harris could be the most rewarding one yet.



We offer a wide range of high quality teacher professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership. Find out more here.

Flexible Working

We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees.

Benefits

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance (usually 2,000 for Inner London and 1,500 for Outer London), a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.



We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.



Job Reference: HF06590-HPAPP