English Teacher with Additional Responsibility

This role is not suitable for ECT Year 1 applicants. 

We are looking for an inspiring English teacher who is seeking to take on an additional responsibility to work alongside the Head of English to provide leadership for our high achieving department. We are excited that the scope of the responsibility can be shaped by a successful candidate, together with the Head of Department and Headteacher, and in keeping with the needs of the department. Last year, our school’s progress 8 measure (Literature +1.39, Language +0.86) put us in the top 20 schools nationally for student progress and the English outcomes were among the best in the borough and country. This speaks to our robust curriculum offer and passion for English. 

As well as being friendly, supportive and collaborative, we are committed to training and growing teachers, having a genuine culture of development with a focus on making incremental, meaningful changes to our practice which will have a significant impact on pupil outcomes. You will be well supported in your professional development in this role by the Head of English and an experienced Senior Leadership Team. 

The standard of student behaviour at our school is exemplary. We offer comprehensive CPD, exciting development opportunities and good promotion prospects for our teachers. We also offer the Inner London pay scale and various leadership development opportunities within our school and Trust.

We offer:

• Exceptional professional development and career progression.
• Positive working relationships at all levels.
• A supportive and lively Leadership Team.
• A full-range of Trust services providing support and development

Successful Candidates will have:

• A good degree and Qualified Teacher Status.
• Knowledge of the requirements of the National Curriculum.
• An understanding of recent curriculum / learning developments.
• An understanding of the strategies required to motivate and enthuse all students across the ability range as part of a whole school approach to raising achievement.
• An understanding of the processes and techniques required to assess, record and report students’ learning effectively.
• Ability to be reflective and driven towards self-improvement.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• A commitment to the ethos of the school.

How to apply

Please visit the Vacancies page of the Twyford Trust website to download the job description and application form: https://twyfordacademiesweb.eploy.net/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 21 April 2024

Interview date: Friday 26 April 2024

The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process.

The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

You will also be expected to sign and adhere to the school’s SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE and SAFE WORKING PRACTICE AGREEMENT which is available as a download on the school website.

The Twyford Church of England Academy Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME) and disabled people are currently under-represented among our staff, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.