Teacher of English and Media Studies

School
Islwyn High School
Location
Blackwood, Caerphilly
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
MPS-UPS
Start Date
2nd September 2024
Expires
7th May 2024 10:00 AM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1417938
Suitable for
ECT (NQT) Graduates
Job Reference
Eng/Med
Start Date
2nd September 2024
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates
  • Job ID: 1417938

An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a full time Teacher of English to join us, with experiences of teaching, or potential to teach, up to GCSE A* standard.  The ability to teach Media Studies would be highly desirable.

Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, inspirational and highly motivated  teacher to join our strong, forward-thinking, successful team. You will work in a supportive and enthusiastic department that inspires both learners and colleagues to reach their full potential. There will be the opportunity to shape and innovate our learners’ experience as we evaluate and refine our practice in readiness for the new curriculum.

The successful candidate will be teaching in a purpose built new school completed in 2017. The main structure of the school is three storeys high with a sports hall of a similar height linked, via a glass bridge, to a two-storey building that is the school dining hall. This modern design also include a garden, an amphitheatre and a pond. The school boasts a floodlit 3G sports pitch, and fitness suite, along with a multi-use sports pitch for netball and tennis. There is an outstanding performance hall and music suite. All technology teaching will take place in a suite of state-of-the-art classrooms located on the ground floor, all linked to the whole school 21st Century digital network.

We welcome applications from candidates who:

• deliver creative and engaging lessons which challenge and inspire learners

• are reflective practitioners, always willing to refine and improve their practice, with the highest expectations of themselves and those around them

• are strong team players who are collaborative with first-class interpersonal skills; approachable on both a professional and personal level

• are resilient and driven to ensure that every learner reaches their potential.


Closing date for applications: - 10am Tuesday 7th May 2024

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Safeguarding Statement:

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Islwyn High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.