Temporary Teacher of English and Drama (one year)
The Derby High School
Bury, Lancashire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Main Pay Scale
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- 1 September 2018
- Apply by:
- 17 June 2018
Job overview
Teacher of English and Drama (temporary post for one year)
Required for September 2018, a well-qualified, hardworking and enthusiastic Teacher of English and Drama, capable of making a strong contribution to maintaining our excellent results in both areas. This is a temporary one-year post with the possibility of it becoming permanent at the end of the year subject to the curriculum and school budget. We are passionate about delivering a high quality and engaging English and Drama curriculum and this is a great opportunity to join two dedicated and hardworking departments where you will be supported to develop your practice.
The Derby High School is an over-subscribed 11-16 Co-Educational School situated in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester. Year on year our students make exceptional progress and we are currently the highest performing school in Bury for Progress 8. GCSE results in English, Drama and Dance are extremely positive. We are an inclusive school serving a diverse student population who are a joy to be around. The leadership of the school at every level is a key strength and this was recognised by Ofsted in our most recent inspection. We boast a talented staff with a commitment to delivering the highest standards and who are overwhelmingly proud to belong to the school. All who visit The Derby High School are impressed by the warm and welcoming environment that we work in.
We believe that The Derby High School is a great place to work. This post offers you the opportunity to work in/with:
· A successful school with a strong will and determination to continue to improve
· A school that has high expectations of all who work here
· A school that places teaching and learning at the heart of school improvement
· A school that is driven by strong values, invests in its staff and students and has a high regard for their welfare
· A supportive and cooperative teaching staff who are committed to their roles
· A school that works effectively with all stakeholders
· A caring school where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people
We will encourage you to be innovative and creative and provide professional development that will support you in your future career plans.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, appointment will be subject to a full DBS check and references. To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form and provide a letter of application and email to Mrs D Grundy, PA to the Headteacher at derby@bury.gov.uk
The Derby High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Any applicants will be subject to full employment checks, including DBS checks.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 18 June 2018 (9.00 am)
Completed electronic applications can be emailed to the Head teacher’s P.A dgrundy@thederbyhighschool.co.uk
Posted applications should be sent FAO Mrs D Grundy at the school address.
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About The Derby High School
The Derby High School EXCELLENCE, TRADITION, IMAGINATION
An oversubscribed 11-16 Co-Educational Comprehensive School (937 students currently on roll) situated in the North West of England in the heart of Bury, Greater Manchester.
In 2014 the OFSTED report rated Leadership and Management as OUTSTANDING:
“The leadership of the school is outstanding and is rigorously focused on raising standards.”
The school was rated GOOD in all other areas.
“At The Derby High School we strive for EXCELLENCE in all we do. We are proud of the history and the TRADITIONs that have helped define our school we challenge our students to work hard, to make the most of the opportunities that our school offers and to use their IMAGINATION to truly think and believe they can be the best.”
We are a school that offers amazing opportunities for our students. Operating as a Science and Arts College since 2003 we have fantastic facilities. Our multimillion pound Sports Hall, EXCEL, opened in 2015 complementing our expansive playing fields and pitches. Our bespoke performing Arts building, INSPIRE, exudes creativity incorporating media suites, a large drama studio and a sprung dance floor. Our latest innovation has been our DISCOVER, state of the art science labs, opened in 2017.
We offer a huge range of external excursions for all curriculum areas, including to local colleges and universities, challenging stereotypes, raising aspirations and engendering a sense of awe and wonder from the world around us. We are currently engaged in the development and design of a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths garden. Our curriculum is dynamic, challenging and engaging, enabling our students to excel in all areas.
Built on the 7R philosophy we ensure our students are Ready, Respectful, Resilient, Resourceful, Reasonable, Responsible and create the Right Impression. We have a school community ethos that unites us in common values. We celebrate our diverse intake putting equality at the heart of all we do. In 2014 our OFSTED report said:
“Students’ behaviour is good. The school provides a safe and harmonious environment for learning.”
There is a strong commitment to developing independent learners with the skills and experiences to thrive in a modern world. Through extensive opportunities to develop leadership skills we believe we are preparing our students to become tomorrow’s leaders.
We are a school where all matter and our pastoral care for all ensures our students feel safe and happy. Staff are overwhelmingly proud to work at the school.
We believe that enabling our students to flourish and reach their true potential, is what drives our staff and that is why we achieve outstanding Progress 8 scores year on year (1st in Bury 2017). This commitment to excellence will be unceasing. We want to make a difference to the lives of the young people we serve.
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