Why work at Ryde Academy?
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Why relocate to the Isle of Wight?
The Isle of Wight is an island off the south coast of England, known for its stunning natural beauty, relaxed pace of life, and rich history. It enjoys a mild climate, with more sunshine than most of the UK.
It has around 57 miles of coastline, with sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, and hidden coves, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, watersports, and exploring.
Over half of the island is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with rolling hills, farmland, forests, and charming villages. It’s a wonderful place to raise a family.
The island has a strong sense of community, with friendly locals and a variety of community events and activities. It has a thriving arts scene, with festivals, museums, galleries, and live music events throughout the year.
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, the Isle of Wight offers a slower pace of life, with shorter commutes, less traffic, and a more relaxed atmosphere. The island is easily accessible by ferry from the mainland, with frequent crossings from Portsmouth, Southampton, and Lymington.
Working at Ryde Academy
You will be working with our award-winning Headteacher to drive forward your career. Not only do we aim to provide the very best for every student, we also offer excellent career development prospects for our staff. The opportunity for career advancement is available to everyone. We prioritise internal promotions, which helps us to retain our fantastic team. Over 60% of our existing staff are in promoted positions from when they first joined the Academy.
Judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in November 2022, Ryde Academy is a school that pupils feel proud to attend, with a calm and orderly environment. Staff are also proud to work at the school and recognise that leaders are considerate of their workload.
Staff Well-being
Staff well-being is essential for creating a positive and productive learning environment. When teachers are stressed and burned out, it can impact their teaching and the well-being of their students. That's why we feel it is so important to provide opportunities for staff to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate.
Earlier this year, we ran a variety of activities with a wellbeing focus including yoga, karate, reiki, disco fit, using AI to reduce workload, voice care and gym inductions. It was wonderful to see our staff enjoying these sessions.
We also hold a number of wellbeing themed sessions throughout the year, including termly workload reviews.
