Schools and Lifelong Learning Service Teaching and Non Teaching

SCHOOLS AND LIFELONG LEARNING SERVICE

TEACHING AND NON TEACHING

VACANCIES IN SCHOOLS

BULLETIN NO: 03/08

ISSUE DATE: 23rd January 2008

CLOSING DATE: Please See Individual Vacancies

For Application Forms Please See Individual Adverts

CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU (CRB)

The CRB is an organisation, which has been established by the Government to facilitate safer recruitment to protect children and vulnerable adults. It provides a service called “Disclosure” which is a criminal record check for employment related and volunteering purposes. The posts within this Bulletin have been identified as ones which require the post holder to provide a Disclosure Form, and should you be successful in your application you will receive information on the procedure for obtaining this. Prospective employees should not contact the CRB direct.

These vacancies also appear on Cardiff Council’s Website:

http://www.cardiff.gov.uk/jobs

(and click on ‘School Bulletin Vacancies’)

To obtain JD & PS and additional information, please go to eteach.com for all (County application requests)

All vacancies are also advertised on the Eteach Website:

www.eteach.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE AFFORDED TO ALL APPLICANTS.

APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE ON MERIT.

CONTENTS

TEACHING VACANCIES

POST
NUMBER / POSITION / LOCATION
SS50142621 / Headteacher / Danescourt Primary School
SS50052039 / Headteacher / Moorland Primary School
SS50054648 / Headteacher / Whitchurch High School
SS50053280 / Pennaeth / Ysgol Pencae
SS50140289 / Head of Art / Bishop of Llandaff Church-in-Wales High School
SS50119009 / Head of Physical Education / Fitzalan High School
SS50127945 / Head of Maths (Divisional Learning Leader) / Fitzalan High School
SS50108924 / Head of Music / Fitzalan High School
SS50142705 / Teacher of Textiles and Food Technology / Whitchurch High School

NON TEACHING VACANCIES

POST
NUMBER / POSITION / LOCATION
SS50142429 / Pupil Performance Manager / Fitzalan High School
SS50142708 / Part-time Purchase Order Clerk/ Administrative Assistant / Mary Immaculate High School
SS50142673 / I.T Administrative Officer / Corpus Christi Catholic High School
SS50052439 / Site Superintendent / Caretaker / St Alban’s Catholic Primary School
SS50012065 / Fixed Term Full-Time Teaching Assistant / Cantonian High School
Midday Supervisors / Various Schools

TEACHING VACANCIES

Danescourt Primary School

Danescourt Way

Llandaff

Cardiff

CF5 2SN

Tel: (029) 2055 2422 Fax: (029) 2057 6115

Age range 3-11

Ref. SS50142621

HEAD TEACHER

GROUP 3

Number on roll 378

SALARY RANGE L18-24

We are seeking to appoint an experienced professional with a clear vision who is required to lead and manage Danescourt Primary School. This is a new school being created as a result of the amalgamation of the existing successful Danescourt Infant and Junior Schools, which are set in pleasant grounds and are a focal point for the community. Both schools have dedicated staff who consistently enable their pupils to achieve high standards.

Closing date: Midday 8th February 2008.

The appointment will take effect from September 1st 2008. Interviews will take place on 4th and 5th March 2008. Applicants who would like to visit the school informally are invited to contact the head teacher of Danescourt Infant School to arrange an appointment.

Requests for applications should be made to C2C (Connect to Cardiff).

Tel: (029) 2087 2087.

Completed applications should be returned to Human Resources, Room 463, County Hall, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff, CF10 4UW.

Moorland Primary School

Singleton Road

Splott

Cardiff

CF24 2LJ

Tel: (029) 2046 2170 Fax: (029) 2049 7688

Age range 3-11

Email:

Ref. SS50052039

HEADTEACHER

Group 2 Salary Range L14 – 20

The governors of Moorland Primary School are seeking to appoint an exceptional Head Teacher with clear educational vision who can continue to build on the excellent work of the school. Our school serves the community of Splott in a recently refurbished Victorian building.

“Moorland Primary is a very good school which lives up to its own motto of “Making a Difference”. It provides outstanding care, support and guidance for pupils from a widely diverse range of backgrounds.” (Estyn – September 2006). Applications are invited from highly skilled and enthusiastic professionals to lead our primary school.

The successful candidate will possess:

·  A clear vision for the future development of this well established multicultural community school;

·  Strong inter-personal, leadership and organisational skills;

·  An understanding of the importance of the individual development of children to their full potential;

·  A sound knowledge of and interest in current educational thinking and practices;

·  The ability to lead learning and motivate colleagues and pupils;

·  A commitment to professional development and team building;

·  A strong commitment to continue the productive relationships with the Governors, the local community and local schools.

Closing Date: Midday Friday 1st February 2008

The appointment will take effect from the beginning of the autumn term 2008. Interviews will take place on 25th and 26th February 2008. Applicants are invited to peruse the school website and those who would like to visit the school informally should contact the school to arrange an appointment.

Requests for applications should be made to C2C (Connect to Cardiff)

Tel: (029) 2087 2087.

Completed applications should be returned to Human Resources, Room 463, County Hall, Atlantic Wharf, Cardiff. CF10 4UW

Whitchurch High School

Penlline Rd

Cardiff

CF14 2XJ

Tel:(029) 2062 9711 Fax: (029) 2062 9701

E-mail:

www.whitchurchhs.com

NOR 2326

6th Form 522

Headteacher: Gareth Matthewson

Ref. SS50054648

HEADTEACHER

Required for September 2008

Salary range – L37 – L43

“Whitchurch High School is a good, successful school, with many very good features. Teachers, support staff, pupils and students work together purposefully to achieve high standards.” ESTYN

Following the retirement of the current Headteacher, the Governors wish to appoint a new outstanding leader who fully shares their vision and aspirations for this vibrant progressive comprehensive school.

The Governors are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who has:

·  A vision for learning and teaching in the 21st Century

·  Inspirational and innovative leadership skills with proven success at motivating staff and pupils

·  Experience of securing success and improvement through school self evaluation

·  The ability to build upon the school’s current success

What we offer:

·  A thriving well established school set in a pleasant suburb of north Cardiff

·  A truly comprehensive student body

·  An outstanding and enthusiastic staff committed to taking the school forward

·  A supportive Governing Body

We are looking for a Headteacher whose high expectations of success will positively influence all concerned with the school.

Visits to the school are welcomed – please contact Maureen James on (029) 2062 9711.

For further information and an application package please contact Maureen James, Whitchurch High School, Penlline Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2XJ.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 31 January 2008

Interview dates: 19 and 20 February, 2008

Equal Opportunities will be afforded to all applicants - Appointment will be made on merit.

Ysgol Pencae

Highfields

Heol Gilian

Llandaff

Caerdydd

CF5 2QA

Ffôn: (029) 2056 3851

Cyf. SS50053280

PENNAETH

Ysgol Grwp 2

Graddfa Cyflog L13-19

Dyddiad Dechrau: Medi 2008

Mae Llywodraethwyr yr ysgol lwyddiannus hon yn awyddus i benodi pennaeth newydd, fel olynydd i’r pennaeth presennol a fydd yn ymddeol ar ddiwedd tymor yr haf.

Lleolir Ysgol Pencae yn ardal Llandaf yng Nghaerdydd. Mae gan yr ysgol 198 o ddisgyblion pedair i unarddeg mlwydd oed.

Fe fydd gan yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus weledigaeth glir a chadarn er mwyn gallu adeiladu ar yr agweddau da sy’n bodoli eisoes.

Disgwylir i’r Pennaeth:

·  Gynnal yr ethos cadarnhaol yn yr ysgol, sydd a’i wreiddiau yn yr iaith Gymraeg a’r diwylliant Cymreig.

·  Datblygu’r ysgol yn gymuned dysgu, er mwyn sicrhau’r safonau uchaf posib ar gyfer holl ddisgyblion yr ysgol, ym mhob agwedd o’u haddysg a’u datblygiad personol a chymdeithasol.

·  Arwain a chefnogi tîm ymroddgar o staff.

·  Arwain y gwaith o ymateb yn llwyddiannus i her y Cyfnod Sylfaen a Chwricwlwm 2008.

·  Gweithredu dulliau hunan werthuso a chynllunio ar gyfer gwelliant.

·  Cydweithio’n effeithiol gyda rhieni, y Corff Llywodraethol a Swyddogion yr Awdurdod Addysg.

Mae’n hanfodol bod yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus naill ai’n Bennaeth yn barod neu wedi cwblhau’r rhaglen CPCP yn llwyddiannus cyn dechrau yn y swydd.

Mae ffurflen gais a manylion pellach ar gael drwy gysylltu â C2C ar 029 20 872087. Dylid dychwelyd y ffurflen i Adran Pobl a Datblygu Trefniadaeth, Ystafell 463 Neuadd y Sir, Glanfa’r Iwerydd, Caerdydd, CF10 4RW, erbyn Dydd Iau, Chwefror 21ain 2008. Cynhelir y cyfweliadau ar y 10fed o Fawrth 2008.

The Bishop of Llandaff
Church-in-Wales High School
Rookwood Close
Llandaff

Cardiff

CF5 2NR

Tel: (029) 2056 2485

Ref. SS50140289

Head of Art

Required for September 2008

Salary TLR 2C (Can vary depending on School)

This popular and highly successful 11 – 18 Christian coeducational school is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative, well-qualified professional to lead and develop the learning and teaching of Art.

The school has high expectations of conduct and achievement - 84% of pupils achieved 5 A* - C in the 2007 GCSE examinations. (Art Department 96%) The recent inspection praised: the standards of achievement of both boys and girls, the quality of teaching, the attitude of our positively motivated pupils and the relationships between staff and pupils.

Applicants should be willing to support the Christian ethos of the school which provides a safe, supportive and moral environment.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from Mrs S Anderson, Headteacher’s Secretary, at the school.

Please telephone for an application pack.

Closing date: 5 February 2008 at 12.00 noon

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.

Ref. SS50119009

Head of Physical Education required for September 2008 (TLR 1d £6,830)

The Governors of this vibrant and successful school wish to appoint a Head of Physical Education. The post becomes available on the retirement of the present post holder after many years of distinguished service.

The school has recently had significant capital investment in its sporting facilities and enjoys the use of new sports hall, 12 pitched five a side football centre, ATP and swimming pool. There are extensive playing fields. The new Cardiff City football and Leckwith athletics stadiums lie adjacent. The Estyn inspection in October 2004 commented: “Fitzalan High School is a good school. It successfully promotes pupils’ achievement, with emphasis on individuals’ needs.”

The Governors wish to appoint a candidate who has-

·  Outstanding expertise in physical education

·  Excellent leadership qualities and management skills

·  The desire and commitment to raising achievement, particularly through e-learning

·  A belief and commitment to lifelong learning for all staff and students

·  A strong commitment to comprehensive education and the concept of community focused schools

In return, the school offers the successful candidate:-

·  The opportunity to play a key role in an enthusiastic school community

·  A very supportive governing body committed to raising standards further

·  Access to a wide range of professional development experiences and support

·  The opportunity to work and live in a capital city offering an enviable quality of life

Application forms and an information pack can be obtained from: Mrs Sue Lisle, Head Teacher’s secretary, at Fitzalan High School. . Persons considering an application are welcome to contact by telephone the Headteacher, Mr Huw Jones-Williams, for an informal discussion before Friday 8th February.

Closing date: noon Monday 18th February. Interviews: Wednesday 5th March 2008.

Ref. SS50108924

Head of Maths (Divisional Learning Leader) required for September 2008 (TLR 1a £11, 557)

The Governors of this vibrant and successful school wish to appoint a Head of Mathematics with some whole school responsibilities as a Divisional Learning Leader.

The post becomes available on the retirement of the present post holder after many years of distinguished service. The Estyn inspection in October 2004 commented: “Fitzalan High School is a good school. It successfully promotes pupils’ achievement, with emphasis on individuals’ needs.”

The Governors wish to appoint a candidate who has-

·  Outstanding expertise in mathematics

·  Excellent leadership qualities and management skills

·  The desire and commitment to raising achievement, particularly through e-learning

·  A belief and commitment to lifelong learning for all staff and students

·  A strong commitment to comprehensive education and the concept of community focused schools

In return, the school offers the successful candidate:-

·  The opportunity to play a key role in an enthusiastic school community

·  A very supportive governing body committed to raising standards further

·  Access to a wide range of professional development experiences and support

·  The opportunity to work and live in a capital city offering an enviable quality of life

Application forms and an information pack can be obtained from: Mrs Sue Lisle, Head Teacher’s secretary, at Fitzalan High School. . Persons considering an application are welcome to contact by telephone the Headteacher, Mr Huw Jones-Williams, for an informal discussion before Friday 8th February.

Closing date: noon Monday 18th February. Interviews: Tuesday 4th March 2008.

Ref. SS50127945

Head of Music required for September 2008 (TLR 2b £3,940)

The Governors of this vibrant and successful school wish to appoint a Head of Music. The post becomes available on the retirement of the present post holder after many years of distinguished service.

The school has recently heavily invested in ICT and is keen to develop music technology to complement its multi media developments. The Estyn inspection in October 2004 commented: “Fitzalan High School is a good school. It successfully promotes pupils’ achievement, with emphasis on individuals’ needs.”

The Governors wish to appoint a candidate who has-

·  Outstanding expertise in music

·  Excellent leadership qualities and management skills

·  The desire and commitment to raising achievement, particularly through e-learning

·  A belief and commitment to lifelong learning for all staff and students

·  A strong commitment to comprehensive education and the concept of community focused schools