Leventhorpe
Cambridge Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 9BY hr@leventhorpe.net http://www.leventhorpe.net/
Leventhorpe
About Leventhorpe
Leventhorpe is a successful and vibrant mixed,
11-18 secondary school and sixth form in the historic market town of
Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire. The intake at age 11 is drawn mainly from the
pleasant and prosperous towns of Sawbridgeworth and Bishop's Stortford and from
the surrounding villages. Demand for places in the school is very high with
around four applications for each place. A good number of students travel
significant distances to attend. In order to better meet the demand for places
we have expanded our intake from 180 to 240 students in Years 7-11 and our
sixth form is growing year on year.
The growth in numbers has been accompanied by
a significant multimillion capital build programme including a new Science and
Sixth Form block and a state of the art Performing Arts and English block. Previous
investment has included a Sports Complex with features a sports hall, fitness
suite, dance studio, 3G all weather pitch and floodlit tennis courts.
The school places a high priority on academic
achievement and positive relationships between staff and students are the
foundation of all we do. All staff are
expected to play their role in ensuring the best possible outcomes for each and
every student. GCSE pass rates are well above National Averages and our sixth
form students secure places on high quality university or higher apprenticeship
programmes. Teachers, students and parents place a very high value on behaviour
and care which helps to promote a highly cohesive and effective learning
community.
Leventhorpe is the lead school for Initial
Teacher Training within the Bishop’s Stortford Educational Trust (BSET) and has
strong links with universities. The school hosts placements for trainees in a
wide choice of subjects and is a long standing partner school with Cambridge
University for PGCE.
Significant investment has been made in staff
training to develop approaches to teaching and learning. There is a strong
focus on developing high performing teams at different levels in the
organisation. This has helped to form a culture with shared visions and values
and a constant drive to improve learning opportunities for students.
Subject departments are organised on a Faculty
basis. The responsibility for the preparation of schemes of work and for
monitoring their delivery lies with the Head of Faculty, overseen by a member
of the Senior Leadership Team. The school places a high value on assessment for
learning and each student undergoes a termly assessment in each subject.
The school upholds traditional values of
uniform, discipline, homework, punctuality and polite behaviour. Each of Years
7 – 11 is organised into mixed ability tutor groups and overseen by a Head of
Year who oversees the academic and social development of students as they
progress through the school. Form Tutors monitor their form members’ progress
and liaise closely with pastoral heads.
In addition, each tutor group is assigned to
one of eight Houses: Barnard, Cutforth, Fawbert, Lawrence, Moore, Newsom,
Rivers and Wilkins. Staff and senior students organise a host of lively house
events throughout the year such as talent competitions, quizzes and sporting
events.
An extensive extra-curricular menu is
available to all students. A comprehensive timetable of clubs offers something
for everyone, from our Function Bands through to Science club. A strong
emphasis is placed on supporting students not just in lessons but also outside
the curriculum. Staff and students' interest and enthusiasm in these groups are
high. Music and drama productions are always highlights on the school calendar.
Students are also encouraged to represent the school in a variety of sports and
our annual LevFest attracts around 500 parents to watch the track and field
athletics accompanied by a wide range of music performances on the outdoor
stage.
Current Vacancies
Teacher of Science
Teacher of Science
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
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Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
MPS/UPS + Outer Fringe Allowance Start date: September 2025 Full/part-time considered An opportunity exists for additional responsibility for the right candidate Required for a September 2025 st...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- MPS/UPS + Outer Fringe Allowance. An opportunity exists for additional responsibility for the right candidate.
Learning Resources Centre Assistant
Learning Resources Centre Assistant
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
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Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and imaginative individual to help instil a love of reading within our popular and well-resourced Learning Resources Centre (LRC). The LRC is in constant use thr...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £14,693.71 - £18,807.96 Annually (Actual)
* Full-time equivalent salary = H4 Scale 6 £25,889 per annum (including outer fringe allowance of £706pa)
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
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Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to start as soon as possible. The successful job holder will assist and support students with special educational and general learning need...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £17,602.67 - £17,874.00 Annually (Actual)
*Full-time equivalent salary = H3 Scale 5-6 £25,496 - £25,889 (including outer fringe allowance of £706 pa)
After School Cleaner
After School Cleaner
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
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Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
15 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.30pm - 6.30pm, term time only
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £8,296.00 - £8,296.00 Annually (Actual)
* Full-time equivalent salary = HA2 £24,362 per annum (including outer fringe allowance of £706 pa)
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Current Vacancies
Teacher of Science
Teacher of Science
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
-
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
MPS/UPS + Outer Fringe Allowance Start date: September 2025 Full/part-time considered An opportunity exists for additional responsibility for the right candidate Required for a September 2025 st...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- MPS/UPS + Outer Fringe Allowance. An opportunity exists for additional responsibility for the right candidate.
Learning Resources Centre Assistant
Learning Resources Centre Assistant
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
-
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
We are seeking to appoint a passionate and imaginative individual to help instil a love of reading within our popular and well-resourced Learning Resources Centre (LRC). The LRC is in constant use thr...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £14,693.71 - £18,807.96 Annually (Actual)
* Full-time equivalent salary = H4 Scale 6 £25,889 per annum (including outer fringe allowance of £706pa)
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
-
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to start as soon as possible. The successful job holder will assist and support students with special educational and general learning need...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £17,602.67 - £17,874.00 Annually (Actual)
*Full-time equivalent salary = H3 Scale 5-6 £25,496 - £25,889 (including outer fringe allowance of £706 pa)
After School Cleaner
After School Cleaner
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
-
Leventhorpe, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
15 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.30pm - 6.30pm, term time only
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £8,296.00 - £8,296.00 Annually (Actual)
* Full-time equivalent salary = HA2 £24,362 per annum (including outer fringe allowance of £706 pa)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Are you looking for a different role at Leventhorpe? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
