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The Excel Academy is seeking to appoint a Handyperson to form part of the Facilities Team. The successful candidate should have proven industry experience of carrying out routine general maintenance with a commitment to a high standard of working and also have a good understanding of security issues. A good level of general education and an appropriate recognised NVQ Level 1 or equivalent in a trade industry is essential. The hours required to cover this role are between 7:00am and 6:30pm.
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Handyperson- 664798 Academy: The Excel Academy Role Type: Operational Job Expiry Date: 01/11/2021 Address: Milton Road, Stoke on Trent, ST1 6LG Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Contract Type: Permanent Employ...
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Last week was so busy with our visits to the National Memorial Arboretum that we didn't have chance to post the next Books That Made Me. Here are Mrs Haywood's and Mrs Johnson's books that have made an impact on their lives:
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Last week we joined with the National Literacy Trust, National Memorial Arboretum and The Royal British Legion for visits to the arboretum's new Remembrance Glade. Students explored how symbolism plays a major part in the chosen trees and flowers both in the Glade and memorials across the arboretum. Working alongside visiting poets, they will use the inspiration taken from the visits to create their own, personal remembrance poems which may then be published in a poetry anthology.
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The Alpha Academies Trust is seeking to increase our team of Examination Invigilators to provide efficient and effective examination invigilation support. Previous experience is not necessary as full training will be provided. Your own transport is essential as invigilation may be required across several Trust sites.
Casual Examination Invigilators- 111879
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Casual Examination Invigilators- 111879 Academy: The Alpha Academies Trust Role Type: Support Job Expiry Date: 01/11/2021 Address: Discovery Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST2 0GA Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Con...
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Art to join our team of highly motivated professionals who are working collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for inspiring and aspirational individuals to join a creative, supportive faculty.
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Teacher of Art- 779865 Academy: The Discovery Academy Role Type: Teaching Job Expiry Date: 15/10/2021 Address: Discovery Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST2 0GA Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Contract Type: Temporar...
The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Humanities, preferably in History, to join our team of highly motivated professionals who are working collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for inspiring and aspirational individuals to join a creative, supportive faculty.
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Teacher of Humanities- 558796 Academy: The Discovery Academy Role Type: Teaching Job Expiry Date: 15/10/2021 Address: Discovery Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST2 0GA Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Contract Type: T...
**The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint a Site Supervisor to form part of the Facilities Team. This role is based at The Discovery Academy, although you will work across the Trust. **
**Apply here: alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/site-supervisor-449876/**
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Site Supervisor- 449876 Academy: The Discovery Academy Role Type: Operational Job Expiry Date: 19/10/2021 Address: Discovery Drive, Stoke on Trent, ST2 0GA Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Contract Type: Perm...
**The Governors of Sneyd Academy, part of the Alpha Academies Trust, are offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and skilled Site Supervisor to join our friendly and professional team for 25 hours per week.**
**Apply here: alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/site-supervisor-336879/**
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Site Supervisor- 336879 Academy: Sneyd Academy Role Type: Operational Job Expiry Date: 18/10/2021 Address: Sneyd Street, Stoke on Trent, ST6 2NS Job Expiry Time: 09:00am Contract Type: Permanent Emplo...
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The Boy at the Back of the Class, by Onjali Q Rauf, tells the story of Ahmet, a new boy who has filled the empty seat at the back of the class.
He's nine years old, he never talks, never smiles and doesn't even like lemon sherbets! Then the other children learn that he is a refugee who's run away from a aar. A real one. With bombs and bullies that hurt people. The more they find out about him, the more they want to help him...
A sensitive, touching child's eye-view of the trauma and problems facing refugees as they make new lives in new countries.
Available in The Discovery Academy Library.
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The books that we read can play an important part of us becoming who we are are adults. here Mrs Belt shares some of the books, people and moments that have influenced her over the years. Read the whole article on this link:
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Listen to Marcus Rashford chatting with Carl Anka about their book, You Are A Champion. The National Literacy Trust and WHSmith joined forces and managed to grab some time with them as they discuss why Marcus wanted to write a children's book that talked about the resilience needed to overcome challenges in life.
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If you are looking for somewhere exciting for hints and tips on reading, drawing, quizzes and competitions, why not try The Book Trust? There are lots of ideas, authors reading their books and a "Home Cupboard" where you can catch up on activities you may have missed:
www.booktrust.org.uk/books-and-reading/have-some-fun/
**The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic IT Teacher to join our team of highly motivated professionals who are working collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4.**
**More details can be found here: alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/job/it-teacher-328946/**
IT Teacher- 328946 - Alpha Academies Trust
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Principal: Mr R Kelsall Required: As soon as possible or 1st January 2022 IT Teacher Temporary to 31st August 2022 in the first instance MPS/UPS (£25,714 – £41,604) Applications from both experien...
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The Ice Monster by David Walliams is a favourite from our Laugh Out Loud bookcases!
London 1899. This is the story of a ten-year-old orphan and a 10,000-year-old mammoth...
When chapter 1 is called "Cockroaches for Breakfast", you just know it is written in true David Walliams' style!
**We would like to thank everyone who came to The Discovery Academy for Open Evening last night - the first time since pandemic began that we've been able to welcome visitors on site. For those who came, we hope we managed to show you just a snapshot of what life is really like at The Discovery Academy.**
**For those unable to attend, The Discovery Academy website has informational videos and an up to date prospectus for viewing. **
**https://discovery.alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/yr-6-open-evening/**
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The last two years have been challenging for all of us and there are both staff and students here at Discovery that have experienced the pain of loss and death. Why not read Mrs Belt's Blog on the Literacy of Loss where she explores the words, emotions and challenges we face at these difficult times:
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This week our recommended reads are from our Teen Fiction, Strange Worlds and Life & Death section of the Discovery Library.
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The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our team of highly motivated professionals who are working collaboratively to raise standards and expectations at all levels throughout Key Stages 3 and 4. This is a fantastic opportunity for inspiring and aspirational individuals to join a creative, supportive faculty.
alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/job/teacher-of-english-579648/
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**World Mental Health Day 2021 is Sunday 10 October **- the perfect time to reflect on how we are all feeling and what we can do to improve our wellbeing and that of the children and people around us.
Research shows us that reading can be an effective way of helping people take care of their mental health and wellbeing - and it only takes 10 minutes a day to see the benefits!
Reading every day can help everyone - children, young people and adults - to:
-Relax, unwind and boost their mood
-Escape from the pressures of life and reduce their stress levels
-Improve your memory and concentration
Watch out for our recommended reads for a taster of the books available in the Discovery Library!
If you need support, follow the link to:
nsmind.org.uk/
Employability skills is crucial in supporting students to move into successful careers. This parents' guide will support you with discussions with your children as well as offering advice and updates on everything to do with College courses and other useful information.
