M1 - UPR3 - pay award pending

Part Time, Fixed Term

2 December 2024

Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. At Falmouth School, we expect diligence and commitment to learning from everyone. We strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with determination.
We seek a committed and passionate teacher whose values align with our school vision and Trust mission and who is ready to champion our cultures through everything they do.
Our Ofsted inspection confirmed that we are positively moving forward on our rapid improvement journey. Our 2024 unvalidated outcomes also support this with key indicators taken from the SISRA collaboration: Attainment8 50.51, Progress8 0.08, Basics 9-5 52.5%.
Falmouth School has an inclusive environment where everyone feels able to participate and achieve their potential. We believe we can offer you a unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, ever-improving school with a happy and supportive working environment.
We feel very proud to belong to The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust, which consists of three secondary, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
This position will suit an ECT or experienced ICT specialist who wants to work with a friendly staff body who are appreciative of each other. The successful candidate will have the personal tenacity to ensure that every student succeeds in their learning and that whole school policies are fully implemented and modelled. You must be flexible, imaginative, ambitious and a skilled professional, who is committed to raising the achievement of every student in the classroom.
Early Career Teachers will benefit from support from an experienced subject mentor, school Professional Tutor, as well as ongoing professional development through One Cornwall Teaching School Hub.
What you’ll get in return:

• A unique opportunity to be a key member of staff in a forward-looking, thriving school in the beautiful town of Falmouth, in Cornwall;
• A genuine family atmosphere with high expectations and standards where every student is known and valued;
• Access to high-quality Continuous Professional Development within the Multi Academy Trust and offered through One Cornwall Teaching School Hub;
• Competitive salaries , based on skills and experience;
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme ;
• Discounted membership in Trust S ports Hubs (Falmouth & Newquay) ;
• Free parking facilities;
• Employer’s Eyecare Scheme (Specsavers);
• Employee Assistance Programme ( EAP );
• TES media access (magazine, podcast and videos);
• Mileage paid if there is a requirement to travel to different schools within the Trust.

How to apply: Please note a completed application form needs to be submitted (CVs are not an accepted form of application). To apply, please click the apply button and complete the application form.
This vacancy may close before the published date so early applications are recommended.

• Closing date for applications: 9am - 2 December 2024
• Date of interview: TBC

Falmouth School, part of The Roseland Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and online searches will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.

Falmouth School is a friendly, inclusive and highly successful school of 980 students, including a growing Sixth Form. Our ethos is that students achieve their best when they enjoy their learning. We believe every student has a talent, and it is our duty to guide and support each individual on their journey towards greatness. We are proud to be an ambitious 11-18 school with an excellent sixth form in a beautiful setting that serves the historic and vibrant town of Falmouth.
Falmouth has been shaped and influenced by its strong connection to the sea. Combining a fascinating maritime heritage and modern creativity, Falmouth is one of the South West’s leading cultural and festival destinations. It is framed by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) along the Helford and Fal Rivers and the Roseland Peninsula, located on the outstanding South West Coast Path, a magnet for walkers, picnickers and families alike.
Our school strive for passion for learning, thirst for knowledge and courage to embrace all challenges in learning with resolute determination. We expect everyone to be able to enjoy a learning environment that is disruption free and where exciting learning happens every minute of the day and we all pursue these highest standards: adults and students. We expect everyone to achieve their best every day and our sense of belonging is mighty as we are a ‘Falmouth Family’.
Our vision is that every adult deserves to enjoy working in an extraordinary school. Our vision for all students:

• Every student deserves to accomplish extraordinary success.
• Every student deserves to enjoy an extraordinary educational experience.
• Every student deserves to flourish in an extraordinary school.

We expect everyone to showcase British Values, foster a collective responsibility and the highest standards towards others within and beyond our learning community.
Falmouth School and Sixth Form is part of The Roseland Multi-Academy Trust , consisting of three secondary schools, two primary schools and a Teaching School Hub. The Trust’s mission is "to provide an outstanding education for our communities, where everyone succeeds" and we put our staff at the heart of everything we do to create a team spirit in our highly successful schools.
Within the Trust we have been successful in establishing a Teaching School Hub through the recognised outstanding provision provided by The Roseland Academy. In Cornwall, the East Cornwall Teaching School Hub works in partnership with the West Cornwall Teaching School Hub, creating One Cornwall Teaching School Hub. This collaboration has been driven by leaders of education in Cornwall to ensure that all schools have access to the highest quality CPD and teacher training opportunities through One Cornwall. The establishment of the Teaching School Hub has created exciting opportunities for our staff.
We recognise the importance of ensuring staff within our Trust feel valued, and their work is recognised and celebrated. We invest and plan our CPD to ensure quality and opportunity for development. Through our staff development processes, we encourage every member of staff to lead in their role and firmly believe success starts with a great team. The investment in quality staff CPD and staff wellbeing creates the positive learning environment within our school setting that enables our children to thrive and succeed.