Teacher of English (January 2025)

Secondary School Teacher (Start Date: January 2025)
Location: High Wycombe
Salary: MPS/UPS

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds? Do you have the commitment and creativity to engage students through well-prepared, dynamic lessons? A leading secondary school in High Wycombe is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join their team in January 2025.

Main Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons to students across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, ensuring that all students are challenged and supported.
• Act as a tutor to a group of students, monitoring their academic progress and supporting their personal development.
• Collaborate with the school community to foster a positive learning environment and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Key Teaching and Learning Duties:

• Teach according to the school timetable using a variety of teaching methods to ensure lessons are stimulating, inclusive, and in line with best practices.
• Assess student progress through regular evaluations, including homework, class participation, and formal assessments, and maintain accurate records in the school database.
• Work with Learning Support Assistants and Technicians to provide a supportive environment tailored to individual learning needs.
• Attend parent evenings and staff meetings, sharing updates on student progress as required.

Tutoring Responsibilities:

• Monitor and support the academic journey of each student in the tutor group, ensuring high standards in conduct, uniform, and attendance.
• Serve as the main point of contact for parents, providing updates and addressing any concerns regarding students in the tutor group.
• Encourage students' participation in school activities, including extracurricular clubs and the school's House System.

General Duties:

• Uphold the school's performance management and self-evaluation processes.
• Adhere to school policies and contribute to the school's broader goals, including those set out in the School Development Plan.
• Participate in supervisory duties and ensure a safe learning environment for all students.

Person Specification:

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in a relevant subject area.
• Recognized teaching qualification (DfE).
• Strong subject knowledge and an up-to-date understanding of effective teaching practices.
• Proficiency in using ICT to enhance learning.

Desirable Experience:

• Familiarity with school self-evaluation processes.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to engage students using a variety of teaching styles and create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Skilled at differentiating teaching to meet the diverse needs of students and setting challenging targets.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a calm, organized approach under pressure.
• High expectations for student achievement and behavior, with a commitment to professional development and collaboration.

Join a vibrant school community where you'll play a central role in helping students achieve their best and supporting their development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact and grow in a supportive, high-achieving environment.

To Apply:
Please submit your application, including a cover letter and updated CV.