English Teacher
Hassenbrook Academy
Thurrock
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS 1-6 £24,859 - £36,157
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 1st September 2019
- Apply by:
- 24 April 2019
Job overview
English Teacher
Apply by Wednesday 24th April 2019 required for September 2019
Location: Thurrock
Salary/Rate: MPS 1-6 (NQT considered)
Contract Type: Full Time
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, passionate English Teacher to join a forward-thinking and innovative team within this ambitious Academy.
About the school:
Ortu Hassenbrook Academy is a harmonious small school whose roll is beginning to expand. In September 2016 the school joined the Ortu Trust which is made up of Ortu Corringham Primary School and Ortu Gable Hall School. This means that staff have opportunities at KS5.
We are on a rapid improvement journey. G.C.S.E results for 2018 has seen English Grade 9-4 improve by 37% , grade 5+ up by 13%, Maths grades 9-4 up by 9% and grade 5+ up by 18% over the last 2yrs.
Ofsted June 2016 said:
‘The vision for school improvement is clear’. ‘The culture and ethos within the school are rooted in high expectations of staff and pupil performance.’
The school boasts a really positive and supportive relationship between colleagues, and between staff and pupils. Joanne Williams, our Headteacher, encourages teachers to have an impact both in and beyond their subject and she is always available and happy to discuss ideas with you as to how this can be achieved.
Here is why you should work at Ortu Hassenbrook:
Ortu Hassenbrook staff work hard. They will inspire and challenge you but, in turn, they will welcome the ideas you bring for departmental and school improvement.
We are committed to developing staff both professionally and personally and you will find managers responsive to your opinions as to how this can best be achieved. We have a range of high quality CPD both in house and through the Trust. Other benefits for all staff will include cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes. Of course, we know that you enjoy working with young people and want to make a difference to their lives.
All our staff try to run at least one extra-curricular activity. Sports, drama, music, art, community action, public speaking and enterprise. We want outdoor education and Duke of Edinburgh Award programmes to also become strengths of the school.
We could say a lot more but we think the best way for you to get a feel for what it would be like to work for Ortu Hassenbrook is to pay us a visit. Alison Harrold, PA to the Headteacher, would be happy to arrange for you to talk to students and staff so do give her a call on 01375 671566.
We need a English Teacher who is:
- Inspirational
- Passionate
- Student centred
- Dedicated to raising standards
We will provide:
- A supportive professional environment
- First rate opportunities for continuous professional development and progression
- The opportunity to teach across the ability range and at Key Stages 3/4
- Well motivated students and supportive parents
If you have the drive to transform learning for our wonderful students, we want to hear from you.
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.
Closing date: Wednesday 24th April 2019 (Noon)
Interviews: From 29th April 2019
To complete an application form please go to www.hassenbrook.org.uk/contactus/vacancies
Completed application forms should be returned as attachments for the attention of Mrs Harrold using the following address AHarrold@Hassenbrook.org.uk
Do not hesitate to contact the school 01375 671566 if you have any further queries
Attached documents
About Hassenbrook Academy
- Hassenbrook Academy
- Hassenbrook Road, Stanford-Le-Hope
- Essex
- SS17 0NS
- United Kingdom
About the school:
We are delighted you are applying for this post at Ortu Hassenbrook Academy. We are a small harmonious 11-16 secondary school in Stanford-le-Hope with an exciting future.
At Ortu Hassenbrook we are on a rapid improvement journey across the board. Our reputation is positive. Our roll is increasing. Our curriculum is revamped. Opportunity is at the heart of what we provide, our vision is for students to leave school being responsible, respectful citizens, ready for the opportunities that life brings. We are a smaller secondary school, where every child is known, nurtured and developed to their full potential, but one that offers a full curriculum at both KS3 and 4, with a mixture of both academic and vocational qualifications.
Not only is Ortu Hassenbrook Academy a spacious school, we have excellent facilities, such as newly refurbished Construction classrooms, and we are known in the community for our sporting facilities which we let out in the evenings for local groups.
We prioritise extra-curricular activities and encourage pupils to participate. There is a rich programme of clubs, trips and activities, including a wide range of sports, Creative Arts and Debate club, the Passport to Adventure programme, Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, and we have our own Cadet force. We work extensively with external partners to offer programmes to support all pupils, we have mental health ambassadors and we are a Stonewall school.
The development of life skills for every student is paramount; pupils are given opportunities to develop through leadership, teamwork, effective communication, and problem solving, and are encouraged to focus on their work ethic, their flexibility and adaptability as well as their interpersonal skills. We have been working with the Thurrock Community Volunteering Service to provide volunteering opportunities for our pupils; we have an extensive careers programme and are working with local employers such as Amazon and DP World, as well as with various universities to provide pupils with a broad range of employer and higher education experiences.
Here is why you should work at Ortu Hassenbrook:
We are hardworking and are fully committed to our improvement journey. Staff development is an entitlement. We offer a range of high quality CPD both in house and through the Trust. Other benefits for all staff include a cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes, anonymous buddies, transparent progressions managements. A full coaching and training programme will be provided for staff along with a complementary Health and Wellbeing benefits package.
Ortu Hassenbrook Academy is a warm, welcoming place to work. Relationships throughout the school are positive. Of course, we know that you enjoy working with young people and want to make a difference to their lives.
We could say a lot more but we think that the best way for you to get a feel for what it would be like to work at Ortu Hassenbrook Academy is to pay us a visit. Alison Harrold, PA to the Principal, would be happy to arrange for you to speak with the Principal, students and staff. Do give her a call on 01375 671566.
If you have the drive to lead and transform learning for our wonderful students, we want to hear from you.
The Local Governing Advisory Board is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people, and requires all staff and volunteers to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work.
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