Teacher of English (with resp. for Whole School Disciplinary Literacy) - MPS/UPS + TLR 1.1 £,9,272 + Benefits

From September 2024 we are seeking to appoint a fully qualified, enthusiastic and committed full-time member of staff to teach English across the age and ability range with the additional responsibility of improving and monitoring the use of disciplinary literacy across the curriculum. The successful candidate must have teaching experience with a proven track record of examination results; excellent communication skills; strong organisational skills and the ability to lead and work well with colleagues from a range of subjects.

The key responsibilities of the role will be to:

· conduct an audit of the use, and teaching of, reading across the curriculum

· liaise with consultants and SLT to create a vision and long-term action plan for the continued development of disciplinary literacy across the curriculum with an initial focus on reading

· liaise with the SENDCo, other Learning Support staff and English Reading Lead to analyse reading data, identify the specific needs of groups of students and individuals and disseminate this information to all teachers

· liaise with HOFs, subject leaders and the SENDCo to ensure that literacy skills are being encouraged and developed across the whole curriculum

· lead subject teachers to improve standards by training, modelling and coaching them in the use of teaching literacy with a primary focus on developing the use of the 5 key reciprocal reading strategies

· plan and coordinate the implementation of a programme that develops students’ reading skills to be delivered within morning tutor time

· formalise and standardise the terminology used across and within faculties when discussing or dealing with aspects of literacy

· monitor and evaluate the impact of the action plan regularly by conducting learning walks and work scrutiny

You will be joining a school with fantastic team spirit and genuine collegiality across the team. Staff are engaged with professional development and are supported in exploring new ideas.

Sunbury Manor School is a mixed, 11-16 Single Academy Trust. We are proudly comprehensive and serve a wide community on the edge of Surrey and Southwest London, that is vibrant and ambitious. Sunbury Manor is a Good school (Ofsted, October 2019).

Sunbury Manor has a very clear ethos and you will see it if you visit our school; strong, positive relationships that create an environment where teachers can teach exceptional lessons and students can make exceptional progress.

We offer an excellent Professional Development programme at all stages of a teacher’s career, we also offer Westfield 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, Westfield Health Cash Plan, Westfield Rewards (discounts from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations), free gym membership at the neighbouring leisure centre and staff laptop.

To apply please use the apply now button and complete the online application form.

Closing Date: Monday 22nd April, 2024 @ 9:00am

Interview Date: w/c Monday 22nd April, 2024 or sooner, as applications are received.

This vacancy is open to new applications only.

We strongly encourage early applications. Applications will be considered as they are received and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK. 

Sunbury Manor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.