English Teacher 2iC
Becket Keys Church of England Secondary School
Essex
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS Fringe
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2020
- Apply by:
- 17 January 2020
Job overview
It is an exciting time at Becket Keys Church of England School (Outstanding, 2014). We are working hard to build upon the exceptional GCSE successes of our three founding cohorts as we aim even higher in 2020. We have also been establishing our new Sixth Form into its third year. Our heavily over-subscribed school is the ideal place to take your next steps in teaching.
As part of our growth plan, we are now seeking a successful and capable teacher to join our ambitious, successful and hard-working English team in a leadership role. If you can support the department in continuing to deliver rigorous English teaching that suits the demands of the new GCSE, we want to hear from you. You must be passionate about enhancing standards in both Language and Literature exams by supporting the development of a rigorous and demanding curriculum, which leads to rapid progress for all students regardless of starting point. Experience of gaining good results in A level Literature would be most welcome, though this is not a prerequisite for the post; the role will be shaped to the particular strengths and interests of the successful applicant.
The appointee will be committed to our high expectations and core values – we welcome applications from teachers irrespective of their faith or lack of it. However, we ask for applicants to appreciate and respect the beliefs of others and have strong moral principles.
For further information about our school, please visit our website at www.becketkeys.org. Please email us at vacancies@becketkeys.org if you would like to discuss this role further. Visits are encouraged, so please email us for details of our forthcoming tours.
Excellent, discounted childcare facilities on site and childcare vouchers system available. Laptops are provided for all new staff and we have plenty of parking.
GCSE Results 2019:
Progress 8: +0.32
Attainment 8: 55.9 (National Average: 46.5)
% Achieving grade 5 or above in English and Mathematics: 59% (National Average 43%)
Ebacc Average Points Score: 5.12 (National Average: 4.06)
To Apply
Please complete both our application form and equalities monitoring form and email it with a personal statement to vacancies@becketkeys.org.
Becket Keys is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date:
Noon, Friday 17th January 2019
Please apply promptly as interviews will held as soon as possible
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About Becket Keys Church of England Secondary School
- Becket Keys Church of England Secondary School
- Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood
- Essex
- CM15 9DA
- United Kingdom
Becket Keys Church of England School is situated in Brentwood, Essex. This town is in a semi-rural setting and is just under half an hour to London by train. The area has excellent transports links via the M25, A12 and A127 road network. Brentwood is a great place to base yourself in order to enjoy Essex and the surrounding countryside and the excitement of London.
Becket Keys offers a high quality education in a caring, Christian environment in which each student is known, valued and encouraged to achieve his/her individual potential. We are committed to outstanding academic performance and to fostering a love of learning in our students.
At Becket Keys:
Our students
- Act responsibly and respectfully
- Aim high in life and learning
- Engage with and contribute to the local community
Our staff
- Support all students to achieve their greatest academic potential
- Provide a nurturing environment where students and their individual learning needs are known by all
- Encourage parental engagement
We place emphasis on all members of our community co-operating with others considerately and honestly, promoting the understanding that with rights come responsibilities.
We recognise the hard work and commitment shown by our staff and as well as competitive salaries, all our teachers have professional development opportunities individually tailored to where they are in their careers. Newly Qualified Teachers are supported with a programme run by members of the Senior Leadership Team.
Staff are provided with tea and coffee during the day when required and have the use of a designated staff room. We welcome staff to eat with our students in our restaurant at lunch time where our catering partners prepare delicious meals every day.
If you are looking for a positive atmosphere and a great place to work then look no further than Becket Keys!
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