The Highcrest Academy
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 7NQ office@highcrestacademy.org.uk www.highcrestacademy.org.uk
The Highcrest Academy
About The Highcrest Academy
‘Work 9 – Paid 10’ Staff Well-being Scheme
From September 2024, we will be implementing a 9-day working fortnight for all staff. The premise is simple, staff will work nine days but be paid for ten, using the tenth day to ‘reset’, and thus giving them the opportunity to manage their work-life balance more effectively.
We are committed to the well-being and mental health of our staff and understand the pressures that working in education can place on individuals. We are always looking for ways to improve working conditions and offer our staff incentives that are not always available in education.
"The school has a warm and welcoming atmosphere"
and "Pupils at The Highcrest Academy happily live up to the school's motto
of 'aspire and achieve'." Ofsted 2020
The Highcrest Academy is the only all ability academy in Buckinghamshire. Based in High Wycombe, we live by our motto 'Aspire and Achieve' and believe that by working together in a happy, caring and inclusive community, we can provide students of all abilities, backgrounds and cultures the opportunities to aspire and achieve their unique academic and personal ambitions. The Highcrest Academy thrives on being part of the local community and instilling a community feel around the site.
To support our students on their journey, we aim to provide:
- an acutely personalised inclusive curriculum that challenges students of all abilities and creates independent and autonomous learners who are physically, digitally and academically literate.
- an environment in which students work in harmony, respecting each other's rights and supporting one another in times of need, foraging positive relationships and celebrating success together
- cohesive systems that support self-discovery and the development of character that ensures our students become healthy, confident and responsible citizens that make a valuable contribution to society.
- a diverse, safe and happy community, where staff love to work, students love to learn and all are given the opportunity to develop
Highcrest has also continued to be accredited by many national organisations that recognise and reward our work as a school in which all pupils of all abilities are stretched to perform to their maximum. Indeed, we have maintained our status as a Flagship school for the prestigious Inclusion Quality Mark for nine consecutive years and have also now held the NACE (National Association for Able Children in Education) since 2013. Furthermore, in 2017, we became the first secondary school in Buckinghamshire, and only the fifteenth secondary school nationally, to be accredited as a Gold Award UNICEF Rights Respecting School; you can imagine how proud our community is of this award. The UNICEF articles continue to be at the heart of everything that we do at Highcrest.
"Staff feel very well supported by senior leaders. According to staff, they feel valued because senior leaders are approachable..." Ofsted 2020
Our staff set us apart. Their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, their well-being is hugely important to us.
Current Vacancies
Mental Health Lead
Mental Health Lead
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
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The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our staff really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £35,432.00 Annually (FTE)
Bucks PayScale 6 Pro rata. Three days per week but hours and working weeks to be discussed at interview so salary will reflect agreed terms.
SENDCO
SENDCO
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £35,346.00 - £51,871.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2B (currently £5,346) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
TEACHER OF ENGINEERING - suitable for ECTs or with the possibility of Second in Department for more experienced teachers
TEACHER OF ENGINEERING - suitable for ECTs or with the possibility of Second in Department for more experienced teachers
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience with TLR2A for Second in Department plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
TEACHER OF TEXTILES - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers, with the possibility of Second in Department
TEACHER OF TEXTILES - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers, with the possibility of Second in Department
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2A for Second in Department and £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
ECT EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SPECIALISM
ECT EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SPECIALISM
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Schem...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of History or Religious Studies - One Year Maternity Cover
Teacher of History or Religious Studies - One Year Maternity Cover
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Maternity Cover | Full-Time
- £33,214.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience (plus TLR 2A for Second in Humanities) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Head of Department - Business/IT
Head of Department - Business/IT
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,407.00 - £57,932.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 1B (currently £11,407) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of English - suitable for ECTs or more experienced practitioners
Teacher of English - suitable for ECTs or more experienced practitioners
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of PE - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers
Teacher of PE - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
HEAD OF LEARNING - with Engineering, English, PE, Science (Chemistry or Physics), Spanish or Textiles.
HEAD OF LEARNING - with Engineering, English, PE, Science (Chemistry or Physics), Spanish or Textiles.
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our diverse, forward thinking, knowledge rich curriculum needs creative and dedicated teachers to deliver it. Come and share your passion for teaching, your excellent pastoral care and your high aspi...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £37,847.00 - £54,372.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2C plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
School Information
Current Vacancies
Mental Health Lead
Mental Health Lead
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our staff really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £35,432.00 Annually (FTE)
Bucks PayScale 6 Pro rata. Three days per week but hours and working weeks to be discussed at interview so salary will reflect agreed terms.
SENDCO
SENDCO
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £35,346.00 - £51,871.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2B (currently £5,346) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
TEACHER OF ENGINEERING - suitable for ECTs or with the possibility of Second in Department for more experienced teachers
TEACHER OF ENGINEERING - suitable for ECTs or with the possibility of Second in Department for more experienced teachers
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience with TLR2A for Second in Department plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
TEACHER OF TEXTILES - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers, with the possibility of Second in Department
TEACHER OF TEXTILES - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers, with the possibility of Second in Department
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2A for Second in Department and £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
ECT EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SPECIALISM
ECT EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR SPECIALISM
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Schem...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of History or Religious Studies - One Year Maternity Cover
Teacher of History or Religious Studies - One Year Maternity Cover
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Maternity Cover | Full-Time
- £33,214.00 - £49,739.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience (plus TLR 2A for Second in Humanities) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Head of Department - Business/IT
Head of Department - Business/IT
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,407.00 - £57,932.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 1B (currently £11,407) plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of English - suitable for ECTs or more experienced practitioners
Teacher of English - suitable for ECTs or more experienced practitioners
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Teacher of PE - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers
Teacher of PE - suitable for ECTs or more experienced teachers
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our teachers really set us apart: their passion drives our progress and transforms the way we think and work and in return, we offer them our innovative “Work 9 – Paid 10” Staff Well-being Scheme.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
HEAD OF LEARNING - with Engineering, English, PE, Science (Chemistry or Physics), Spanish or Textiles.
HEAD OF LEARNING - with Engineering, English, PE, Science (Chemistry or Physics), Spanish or Textiles.
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
-
The Highcrest Academy, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Our diverse, forward thinking, knowledge rich curriculum needs creative and dedicated teachers to deliver it. Come and share your passion for teaching, your excellent pastoral care and your high aspi...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £37,847.00 - £54,372.00 Annually (Actual)
MPS/UPS depending on experience plus TLR 2C plus £2,000 bursary for direct applications, paid over two years
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Are you looking for a different role at The Highcrest Academy? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
