English Teacher
Job Type : Temporary, Full Time
Salary :
English Teacher Required
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
Full Time
Maternity Cover – February 2022
We are currently recruiting for English Teacher for a great school within Dunstable, Bedfordshire.
About the school:
This is an enthusiastic school which sets high expectations of staff and students, challenging and encouraging everyone to be the best that they can be so that, by working well together, we can succeed our targets.
As an all-through school, supplying education from 4-19 on the same site, the school is placed differently to make sure the best possible progression for its students as they move through the Key Stages, and to use outstanding educational practice from primary and secondary in order to address their needs at all levels.
Their perspective is clear – all members of the schools community are set high and challenging academic targets and goals; and they are given both the aid and inspiration to succeed. They are privileged as adults that the greatest gift we can give to young people is a first class education to provide them with the "Education for a changing world" – to be the leaders of the future in our globally diverse and competitive world.
As a learning community, teaching and learning is at the heart of all they do and academic results are incredibly important. The development that students make throughout their time at the school is outstanding and is testament to the commitment and devotion of both students and staff. Student leadership is a driving force within the school, and our young people are acquiring the skills and confidence to take their place in 21st century society and careers.
Their curriculum is original but relevant, with a great attention upon Maths, English, Science, Humanities and Languages, sitting alongside a promotion and love of the arts and creativity. Their curriculum encourages student curiosity and creativity as these are important traits for modern society.
The Academy is a school at the heart of its community, providing an outstanding educational experience for all its students. Their ethos is one of challenge, fulfilling potential and both creating and taking full advantage of a wide variety of educational opportunities. The school are aiming to be at the cutting edge of educational innovation without losing sight of the traditional values that need to be the bedrock of any successful school.
About the job:
To teach, enthuse and inspire students about English. The successful applicant will have to be able to teach effectively across the full range of age and abilities. Possess high expectations of students in relation to standards of achievement and behaviour and also have an active input in the creation, consistent implementation and improvement of schemes of work which encapsulate key school learning strategies. The successful candidate will also monitor the progress of students including those requiring additional support and challenge them to ensure students are engaged in their learning and achieve success.
Person Specification:
* Good awareness of current educational developments
* Clear understanding of current issues related to the subject
* Ability to plan lessons effectively
* An understanding and commitment to the ethos of the School
* Evidence of high-level classroom skills
* Skills, Qualifications and training Qualified Teacher Status
* Courses of further study relevant to the post
* Qualification in the relevant subject
* Evidence of active involvement in professional development
* Excellent organisational skills
* Excellent ICT skills
* Clear evidence of leadership
* Attributes Excellent record of attendance
* Ability to work well in a team
* A sense of humour
* Ability to think originally and creatively
* Positive attitude
* Energetic and enthusiastic
* Warmth and sensitivity
* Excellent rapport with students
* Commitment to the School and the students we serve
Requirements:
* Experienced English Teacher to KS4
* QTS
If you feel you would obtain job satisfaction from this post then we would like to hear from you
