We are looking to appoint a motivated, organised and innovative Teacher of English for September 2024 for a one year contract. The successful candidate will work very closely with the Area of Learning Lead for Languages, Literacy and Communication and the Head of English to support the delivery of English within the AOLE. The successful candidate must be able to teach English to at least GCSE level, and preferably to A Level. The ability to teach Media Studies up to GCSE would also be welcome. The successful candidate will need to be proactive in monitoring the progress of pupils in their classes and will need to ensure that pupils make appropriate academic progress across their teaching groups, and consistently across the Area of Learning.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate an enthusiasm for learning and a love of literature, and the drive to encourage this enthusiasm in pupils. We are looking for a committed, creative practitioner with an interest in research-driven approaches and a clear motivation to improve the chances of every pupil in their classroom.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and EWC registration.
Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 16th May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone. Please ensure you provide a contact phone number on the application form.
Interviews will be held: Week commencing 20th May 2024
St Cyres School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.