Apprentice Secondary School Religious Education Teacher

Summary

We are delighted to offer an exciting Level 6 teacher apprenticeship opportunity. The successful candidate will join an established and successful DfE approved training programme based at one of our schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with young and enthusiastic students and practitioners with on-the-job training and a salary.

Annual wage

£21,731 a year

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Salary is negotiable and can be discussed if successful

Training course

Teacher (level 6)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8.35am - 3.45pm. Each week at least 1 day will be spent in learning either face to face or online.

32 hours a week

Possible start date

Friday 1 August

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils
Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
Plan teaching to build on pupils’ capabilities and prior knowledge
Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching
Encourage pupils to take responsibility and conscientious attitude to their own work and study
Have a secure knowledge of the relevant subject(s) and curriculum areas, foster and maintain pupils’ interest in the subject, and address misunderstandings
Demonstrate a critical understanding of developments in the subject and curriculum areas
Demonstrate an understanding of and take responsibility for promoting high standards of literacy, articulacy and the correct use of standard English, whatever the teacher’s specialist subject
Plan and teach well-structured lessons in accordance with the school’s teaching and learning policy
Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity
Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s)
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
To ensure the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support where appropriate
Know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively
Have a secure understanding of how a range of factors can inhibit pupils’ ability to learn, and how best to overcome these
Demonstrate an awareness of the physical, social and intellectual development of children, and know how to adapt teaching to support pupils’ education at different stages of development
Have a clear understanding of the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs; those of high ability; those with English as an additional language, those with disabilities; and be able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them
Make accurate and productive use of assessment
Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements
Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
Give pupils regular feedback and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback
Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment in line with the school’s behaviour policy
Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour
Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies
Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them
Maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary
Deploy support staff effectively
Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievement and well-being

Where you’ll work

C/O Painsley Catholic College Station Road

Cheadle

Staffordshire

ST10 1LH

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Teacher (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents

Establish a safe and stimulating environment for pupils, rooted in mutual respect
Set goals that stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities and dispositions
Demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behaviour which are expected of pupils.
Be accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes
Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these
Guide pupils to reflect on the progress they have made and their emerging needs
Encourage pupils to take a responsible and conscientious attitude to their own work and study.
Plan and teach well-structured lessons
Impart knowledge and develop understanding through effective use of lesson time
Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity
Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired
Contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum within the relevant subject area(s).
Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress
Use relevant data to monitor progress, set targets, and plan subsequent lessons
Give pupils regular feedback, both orally and through accurate marking, and encourage pupils to respond to the feedback.
Deploy support staff effectively
Have clear rules and routines for behaviour in classrooms, and take responsibility for promoting good and courteous behaviour both in classrooms and around the school, in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy
Have high expectations of behaviour, and establish a framework for discipline with a range of strategies, using praise, sanctions and rewards consistently and fairly
Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils’ needs in order to involve and motivate them maintain good relationships with pupils, exercise appropriate authority, and act decisively when necessary.
Communicate effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being.
Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils
Make accurate and productive use of assessment
Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment
Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support
Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
Reflect systematically on the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching
Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school
Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues
Fulfil wider professional responsibilities

Your training plan

Apprentices will undertake the level 6 teacher apprenticeship programme delivered by University of Staffordshire.

Teaching will be a mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training delivered face to face in university and online sessions each week. The programme is delivered using a blended learning model.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices will achieve their level 6 teacher apprenticeship and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English GCSE (grade Grade C/4 or above)
Maths GCSE (grade Grade C/4 or above)
Degree (BA, BSc etc) (grade A 2.2 degree or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Science GCSE (grade Grade C/4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Logical
Patience
High standards of behavior
High standards of ethics
Showing tolerance
Respect the rights of others

About this company

The Painsley Catholic Academy was established in 2012 making it the largest Catholic multi-academy company. Our family now comprises three high schools and thirteen primary schools. We share a clear vision of how our schools can operate effectively, ensuring that each and every one of our students achieve their full potential in a caring and disciplined environment. We are committed to providing each of our students with the best education possible. We believe that exceptional communication will provide enhanced spiritual development, life chances and opportunities for all.

https://www.painsleymac.co.uk/vacancies/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Fast-track on to the Painsley Leadership Pathway in one of the MAC schools on successful completion of the ECF
Potential to progress into leadership roles/promotions within 2 years of completing the apprenticeship within the Trust
Opportunity for a full-time role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY

Chloe Warren

cwa@bwh.staffs.sch.uk

01785 244236

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000288940.

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Closes on Friday 21 February

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