English Teacher

English Teacher

Kensington and Chelsea

January Start

£36,756 - £56,959

Permanent

Job overview

In particular, candidates should have:

• A passion for teachingEnglish and the ability to inspire and enthuse students of all aptitudes
• Strong subject knowledge, with the ability to teach English Literature and/or Language up to A Level and a willingness to potentially teach Media Studies (KS4/5) or Film Studies (KS5)
• The capacity to contribute to the development of the Academys Christian ethos
• High expectations of students in terms of learning, progress and behaviour
• Enthusiasm for developing innovative approaches to learning, teaching and student engagement
• A clear understanding of the latest curriculum and pedagogical developments in English

Applications from ECTs are welcome and will also be considered. The Academy offers an excellent ECT induction programme as part of the Early Careers Framework ,including weekly seminars and a supportive coaching culture - we are a great place to start your career.

Key Tasks will include the following:

To ensure high standards of learning and teaching and academic attainment and progress for all students within the curriculum area.

To support the development of a curriculum and plan for a curriculum area that enables student progress and development.

To implement an effective assessment system within the curriculum area in question.

To work with colleagues to develop innovative and engaging schemes of work, lesson plans and related learning resources that accelerate student progress.

To take a significant part in the development, delivery and the promotion of the Curriculum Area.

To assist in the management of the resources of the curriculum within the limits of the delegated budget and in accordance with the Academys financial procedures.

Along with the Curriculum Leader, to devise and implement quality assurance systems, including regular learning observations.

To contribute to the coordination and implementation of the Academys enrichment curriculum.

To help develop systems that facilitate effective and inclusive support, mentoring and guidance for Academy students.

To undertake and support subject-specific staff training and professional development within the curriculum area in question.

To use and adapt to Academy digital systems effectively to enhance learning for students.

To contribute to the Academy Development Plan and self-evaluation processes as required.

To network with teachers in other schools in order to identify and build on best practice.

The Academy offers an excellent ECT induction programme as part of the new Early Careers Framework (ECF), including weekly seminars and a supportive coaching culture - we are a great place to start your career.

We offer:

Exceptional professional development and career progression

Positive working relationships at all levels (Investors in People Gold, June 2020)

An ambitious, dynamic and supportive Leadership Team

Opportunity to gain experience through our partnerships with local schools and networks including PiXL

Private Medical Care Support Packages

Rigorous focus on staff wellbeing

Cycle Scheme

Access to School Advisory Services for wellbeing

Supervision for pastoral staff

Daily Staff lunch

Academy laptop

Lunch

Travel card loan scheme

Use of Academy gym facilities

If you are the English Class Teacher we have been looking for, then apply today. Shortlisted Teachers will be contacted within 24 hours.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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