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Teacher of English

Teacher of English

South Dartmoor Community College

Devon

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Salary:
MPS
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 September 2018
Apply by:
17 May 2018

Job overview

South Dartmoor Community College is seeking to appoint from 01 September 2018 an enthusiastic, professional, hardworking and imaginative Teacher of English.  The successful candidate will be able to teach effectively across Key Stages 3 and 4, who will demand high standards in the classroom. 

The English Department at South Dartmoor is a group of friendly, supportive, generous, forward-thinking, hard-working and dedicated individuals with high expectations of themselves and their learners.  We are constantly working to improve consistency and ensure quality learning and high levels of progress in all lessons. 

South Dartmoor Community College is set on an attractive campus within the boundary of the stunning Dartmoor National Park and is within easy commuter distance of Plymouth, Exeter and the South Devon coast. We are a true comprehensive with a varied catchment and are committed to quality education for all whatever the starting point. We have an excellent Learning Support provision, including the Learning Enrichment Centre and our bespoke support centre for students with Autism, known as the CAIRB. 

As a member of the South Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust, the College works with Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, Ilsington, Moretonhampstead and Widecombe Primary Schools as well as the Atrium Studio School.  Our valued Trust partners are Exeter University, Capita Children’s Services, E & J W Glendinning Ltd and TLO.  

Closing date:  Friday 18th May 2018 (noon).  Interviews: Tuesday 22nd May 2018.  Please visit the ‘about us’ section of our website: www.southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk to view and apply.  For enquiries, please e-mail hr@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk.  Completed application forms to be emailed to same address.   

South Dartmoor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS check.

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About South Dartmoor Community College

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The College is on a rapid improvement journey and has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential. We have excellent pastoral support and our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; we have an active Parent/Teacher Association (FOSDA—Friends of South Dartmoor Academy).

We are a passionate and dedicated team, and a Trust who is committed to providing professional development and opportunities for all colleagues. Part of the WeST Trust, we are an 11-18 College situated in Ashburton on the edge of Dartmoor. With impressive facilities, the college currently caters for approximately 900 students. Devon is a lovely place to live with the stunning Dartmoor and the beautiful Devon and Cornwall Coastline on your doorstep.

Executive Head teacher

Jen Veal


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