Job Vacancies
Clerk to the Governors
Hours: 120 hours per year, term time only
Grade: JM06 £14.13 per hour
Start date: As soon as possible
We are seeking to appoint someone to be responsible for overseeing all aspects of governance effectiveness and compliance within the school, ensuring governance adheres to good practice and meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. To secure the continuity of governing board business and observe confidentiality requirements by providing:
- administrative and organisational support
- guidance to ensure the board works in compliance with the appropriate legal and regulatory framework and understands the potential consequences for non-compliance
- advice on procedural matters relating to the operation of the board
Attendance is mandatory at Committee and Full Governing Board meetings.
These are usually held at the following times:
Committee meetings 5.00pm – 6.30pm (roughly 2-3 every half term)
Governing Body meetings 5.00pm – 7.00pm (5 per year)
JMHS was inspected by OFSTED in November 2022 who confirmed our good grading and whose comments included:
- Pupils behave well. They are polite to their teachers and considerate of their peers.
- Parents rate teachers’ high expectations because they push pupils to do more. Many say teachers go ‘above and beyond’ for their children.
- Pupils can do unusual stuff at this exciting school.
- School leaders have constructed a rich and engaging curriculum.
The school has excellent pastoral care based around small tutor groups, and there are many enrichment opportunities for students.
If you would like to discuss the position further please contact Mike Clayton, Vice Chair of Governors, via email mike.clayton@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk.
Applications forms should be emailed to vacancies@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk . We do not accept CVs. If you wish to apply for this post, please submit a completed application form and a letter of application of no more than one side of A4, detailing how your experience and skills have prepared you for this post.
JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all appointed candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced level. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an on-line Google search.
Closing Date: Midday, 10 January 2025
Interview date: TBA
Assistant Headteacher: SENDCo (L12-L16)
Required for 1st September 2025 (an earlier start would be considered for a suitable candidate)
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational colleague with vision, drive and a proven track record of successful teaching and leadership to be our new Assistant Headteacher and SENDCo.
The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher with successful experience of working with SEND students, and knowledge of the EHCP process and other legal requirements placed upon the school in terms of the inclusion of SEND students.
At JMHS, it is our ambition that students with SEND achieve as well as other students and we believe that the best support for students occurs in the classroom. We achieve this through simple, effective and research driven teaching, employing evidence based adaptive and responsive teaching strategies. Our Curriculum, Assessment and Teaching (CAT) policy has been designed to support all students, but to particularly support disadvantaged students and students with SEND. Further information about our CAT policy can be found on the school website.
The SENDCo will work with the Deputy Headteacher responsible for Curriculum, Assessment & Teaching to ensure that all classroom teachers have the skill and knowledge to deliver lessons that support all students to succeed, including students with SEND. This will include delivering staff training, reviewing the quality of teaching and the implementation of SEND strategies, and putting in place support to ensure that students with SEND are able to access the taught curriculum. The SENDCo will assist the Deputy Headteacher in setting and implementing the strategic direction of the SEND team and ensuring effective operational management on a day to day basis.
The post holder will have the ability to be a dynamic leader and will lead the SEND team consisting of an Assistant SENDCo, SEND administrator and a team of HLTAs and TAs. This will include allocating staff to support students in lessons, and planning and coordinating high-quality interventions to close the gap between students with SEND and other students. The post holder will also be expected to be a strong communicator able to work with a range of stakeholders, including the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, parents and carers, students, and support staff.
JMHS was inspected by OFSTED in November 2022 who confirmed our good grading and whose comments included:
- Pupils behave well. They are polite to their teachers and considerate of their peers.
- Parents rate teachers’ high expectations because they push pupils to do more. Many say teachers go ‘above and beyond’ for their children.
- Pupils can do unusual stuff at this exciting school.
- School leaders have constructed a rich and engaging curriculum.
In particular, inspectors made the following comments about the support for SEND students. “Leaders provide strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This is because specialist staff accurately assess and identify their needs. Teachers and teaching assistants are skilled in adapting tasks for these pupils so that they can keep up with their peers.”
The successful postholder will be expected to:
- Provide excellent strategic leadership of the SEND team
- Ensure all legal SEND requirements are met
- Allocate resources for SEND Students
- Lead whole school training to enable effective teaching of students with SEND
- Ensure EHCPs are enacted so students achieve targets
- Work with the KS3 & KS4 progress leaders and Head of Sixth Form to identify SEND students who are making less progress and put support in place to help them improve
We are seeking a colleague who:
- Is a credible leader, strong communicator and highly effective teacher
- Is a strategic thinker and can effectively implement agreed strategy
- Is able to deliver high quality staff training
- Will visibly promote the culture, ethos and values of JMHS
- Has a proven track record of securing strong educational outcomes
- Can effectively delegate and manage the workload of the SEND team
We welcome visits from prospective applicants. If you would like to have a tour of the school, please email Adem Osbourn (Deputy Headteacher: Curriculum, Assessment & Teaching) adem.osbourn@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk .
Further information can be found at https://www.eteach.com/job/sendco-1457175
Applications forms should be emailed to vacancies@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk. We do not accept CVs.
If you wish to apply for this post, please submit a completed application form and a letter of application of no more than two sides of A4, summarising:
- Your relevant past experience and how this shows that you meet the Person Specification and Job Description.
- How you have contributed to improving educational outcomes in your current position.
- How you have successfully managed staff and resources in your current or previous positions as either a curriculum leader, pastoral leader, or senior leader.
- What you would wish to achieve in your first year as SENDCo of JMHS and how you would achieve this.
Please note that only applications submitted on John Masefield High School application forms will be considered and we do not require CVs. JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all appointed candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an on-line Google search.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 6th January 2025
Interview dates: Week of 20th January 2025
Assistant Headteacher (L12 – L16)
Required for 1 September 2025 (an earlier start would be considered for a suitable candidate)
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational colleague with vision, drive and a proven track record of successful teaching and leadership to be our new Assistant Headteacher. The successful applicant will, in their first year, lead on either attendance, behaviour or personal development, with the focus based on their experience and interests.
At JMHS, it is our ambition that all students benefit from an environment where they feel happy and safe, where they have positive and trusting relationships, and where they access inspiring experiences and opportunities. We achieve this through the consistent use of simple, effective and evidence-informed behaviour and attendance policies, and through a broad curriculum that places value in the development of character as well as excellent teaching and learning.
The Assistant Headteacher will work with colleagues on the senior leadership team to develop and sustain this environment, by ensuring that all staff have the knowledge and skills to provide a broad and well-rounded education. This will include reviewing the quality of provision within their strategic area, forming plans, and leading on implementation, including staff training. The postholder will be fully responsible for some aspects of the pastoral curriculum.
The post holder will also contribute fully to the senior leadership team and the wider life of the school. They will be a flexible and dynamic strategic leader, a strong line manager, and an expert in teaching and learning. The post holder will also be expected to be a strong communicator, able to work with a range of stakeholders, including the senior leadership team, teachers, support staff, parents and carers, and students. They will be an excellent ambassador for the school and promote the culture, ethos and values of JMHS.
In turn, they will benefit from a school with a positive, supportive and welcoming community; a professional and ambitious staff team; conscientious and considerate students, and a comprehensive and personalised professional development programme to support their career goals.
JMHS was inspected by OFSTED in November 2022 who confirmed our good grading and whose comments included:
- Pupils behave well. They are polite to their teachers and considerate of their peers.
- Parents rate teachers’ high expectations because they push pupils to do more. Many say teachers go ‘above and beyond’ for their children.
- Pupils can do unusual stuff at this exciting school.
- School leaders have constructed a rich and engaging curriculum.
We welcome visits from prospective applicants. If you would like to have a tour of the school, please email Chloe Limbrick (Deputy Headteacher: behaviour, attitude and pastoral support) chloe.limbrick@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk .
Applications forms should be emailed to vacancies@jmhs.hereford.sch.uk. We do not accept CVs.
If you wish to apply for this post, please submit a completed application form and a letter of application of no more than two sides of A4, summarising:
- Your relevant past experience and how this shows that you meet the Person Specification and Job Description.
- How you have contributed to improving educational outcomes in your current position.
- How you have successfully managed staff and resources in your current or previous positions as either a curriculum leader, pastoral leader, or senior leader.
- What you would wish to achieve in your first year as Assistant Headteacher at JMHS and how you would achieve this.
Please note that only applications submitted on John Masefield High School application forms will be considered and we do not require CVs. JMHS is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and therefore all appointed candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an on-line Google search.
Further information can be found at:
Eteach link to Assistant Headteacher post
Closing date: 9am on Monday 6th January 2025
Interview dates: Week beginning 20th January 2025
Application Forms
Please click on the links below for application forms for Teaching Staff and Support Staff.
Teaching Staff Application Form