Outer London MPS 1-6 (U1-3 as appropriate)

Full Time, Fixed Term

1/1/2025

20 December 2024

At Oasis Academy Shirley Park , Croydon
Salary: Outer London MPS 1-6 (U1-3 as appropriate)
Role: Full-time
Contract: Fixed Term
Start Date: January 2025 until August 2025
About our school and the role on offer:
We are a successful and thriving Academy in Croydon, South London, with a proven track record of fantastic results at all key stages. We have a rigorous, academic curriculum offer and believe in the holistic development of all of our students, so that they can go on to be the best that they can be. We are incredibly passionate about using both instructional coaching and evidence-informed practice to develop our teachers and leaders in becoming experts in their field. Our vision is that all staff and students at Shirley Park Love Learning, Care for Community and Build Bright Futures; and we believe that by doing so we can transform the lives of our students and improve the community in which we are based.
We are looking for an exceptional Teacher of Science who is looking to develop further in a vibrant, forward thinking department. We are committed to professional development - from the successful induction of NQTs to supporting staff on their journey through to middle leadership and beyond.


Where we are:
We are situated in Shirley a leafy suburb of Croydon bordering Addiscombe. We are easily accessed, being within 12 minutes of East Croydon train station by Tram to Woodside tram stop and with ample on site and residential parking.
About Oasis Community Learning:
Our vision is for community – a place where everyone is included making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. This informs our ethos and our nine habits which shape behaviour throughout our academy. We are fully inclusive and welcome applications from all, all we ask is that you are committed to our vision of community, our ethos and our habits.
How to Apply:
Unfortunately we cannot accept CVs as an application for this role - you must complete the online Tes form by 20th December. We are actively shortlisting as applications are received, this recruitment drive may close early if the ideal applicant is found.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak and write fluently in English is an essential requirement for this role.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

About Academy Shirley Park
We are delighted you are thinking of joining Oasis Academy Shirley Park
Oasis Academy Shirley Park is a mixed, non-selective, Christian, 3-19 academy with sixth form, situated in Croydon in London. The secondary school, which opened as an all-through academy in September 2009, has 1,538 students on its roll, 129 of whom are students in the sixth form. The school is sponsored by Oasis Community Learning (OCL), a multi-academy sponsor, which is legally responsible for 47 Oasis Academies.
Principal
Saqib Chaudhri
Values and vision
Oasis Academy Shirley Park’s motto is: ‘Transforming Learning, Transforming Lives, Transforming Communities.’ Central to the ethos of the school is the idea of a rich and balanced educational environment nurturing the whole student - academically, vocationally, socially, morally, spiritually, emotionally and environmentally. The school promotes a balanced, healthy lifestyle, demonstrated through policies regarding Academy meals, involvement in sporting activities and ecological building design.
Oasis Academy Shirley Park’s goal is to raise aspirations, unlock students’ potential and work towards achieving excellence through encouraging a ‘can do’ culture which nurtures confident and competent people. It believes this can be achieved through high-quality facilities, outstanding staff, clear leadership, a positive, affirming environment, and a partnership between students, parents/carers and the Academy. Parents and carers are positively engaged in supporting their children.
Ofsted
“Students’ achievements are outstanding. Regardless of their starting points, all groups make exceptional progress to exceed the national average greatly by the end of Year 11. Teaching is outstanding because staff are highly committed to ensuring that their students fulfil their potential. They have very high expectations of the students and successfully challenge, nurture and support them at every stage in their studies. Outstanding leadership and governance, especially from the inspirational principal, ensure that the academy makes rapid progress and meets its challenging targets.”


What we offer:

• You'll be part of a friendly team which has worked together for several years
• You'll have access to shared resources available for curriculum at every key stage.
• Outstanding progress at both Key stage 4 and Key Stage 5.
• We are engaged with current developments in curriculum and pedagogy.
• We have the highest progress score for KS5/sixth form in Croydon.
• We have positive progress scores for KS4 and KS5.
• There is a real opportunity to make an impact.
• You’ll receive genuine support and CPD to develop you and open up career opportunities in the Oasis Community and beyond.
• You’ll be part of a team that believes every child should go to a great school as we work tirelessly to provide the children with an outstanding education.
• You understand education is not solely about excellent examination results but includes much more than that.
• You’ll have supportive management who are committed to improving teachers work-life balance.
• You’ll have access to a free confidential counselling service for the times in your life when you need a little extra support.
• You can access free eye tests.