Second in English Department
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 7 July 2022
Job overview
Due to internal promotions, departmental restructuring and continual growth of our 6th Form, The Bishop of Winchester Academy is seeking a proactive, adaptable and passionate English specialist to join our school as a Second for the English department.
This is an exciting opportunity to support an experienced Head of English in developing and implementing departmental strategies to nurture our students’ literary passion. Whatever your career stage, you will be supported to develop further literary knowledge and to enhance your teaching tool kit, so that our students are able to excel as both writers and linguists.
Our Head of English would be delighted to take you on a tour of the school and give you the opportunity to meet the department and answer any questions you may have.
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a thriving Church of England school, recognised by Ofsted as ‘improving the life chances of all [our] pupils’, and offering an ‘outstanding curriculum’ pioneered by ‘outstanding leadership’ (May 2017). Operating from recently refurbished facilities, our shared mission to improve the life chances of all of our students is at the very centre of our work.
As Second in English, you will join an established team of creative professionals to:
- Play a fundamental role in helping to move the English department to the next stage in its development
- Plan and deliver high quality and engaging lessons that will challenge students and inspire progression
- Encourage students to have high expectations of themselves and their behaviour
- Be able to teach GCSE and A-Level
- Be a positive role model and supportive mentor to students
The post offers ample opportunities for an ambitious teacher to develop their skills, in addition to:
• A bespoke CPD programme including training and in department development time
• Excellent teaching facilities including brand new interactive smart boards
• A robust behaviour system allowing teaching staff to deliver high quality learning opportunities to students
• School site in close proximity to beaches and the Jurassic Coast
• Cycle to work scheme
To apply for this Second in English role, please visit the vacancies section of our website to complete an application form: https://www.tbowa.org/staff/vacancies/teaching-staff.
Please email completed application forms to recruitment@tbowa.org, addressing your covering letter to Mr Paul McKeown, Principal.
The Bishop of Winchester Academy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Please be aware that due to the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ legislation we do not accept CV’s. We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we have received applications that meet the criteria.
Closing date for applications is: 8:00am, Thursday 7th July, 2022
About The Bishop of Winchester Academy
The Bishop of Winchester Academy, based in Bournemouth, Dorset, is a Church of England secondary school that prides itself on its curriculum, governance and outstanding student behaviour. Students aged 11-18 experience teaching in new state-of-the-art buildings and have first-class resources at their fingertips. The school operates in an area where there are schools that select for entry on grounds of ability.
The mixed secondary school was opened in September 2010 as a sponsor-led academy. In September 2014, the Bishop of Winchester Academy extended its educational opportunities by opening its own sixth form.
Headteacher
Paul McKeown
Values and vision
The Bishop of Winchester Academy encourages its students to become independent learners, taking responsibility for their own education. This inspires personal confidence and pride in their accomplishments. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and community culture.
The secondary school has excellent facilities and strong Christian values. Students of others faiths and none are also welcomed into the school community.
Ofsted report
“The outstanding curriculum has a significant impact on increasing students’ attendance and enjoyment of learning and on the improvements in their achievement.”
“Students’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development permeates the life of the academy.”
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