English Teacher - Maternity Cover

Start date: April 2025

Salary: Outside London Main/Upper Pay Scales: £32,251 to £51,051

Hours: Full-time

Contract: Fixed Term

The school reserves the right to withdraw this advert if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early for this role to avoid disappointment. They are excited to welcome applications from enthusiastic English teachers to join their dynamic and supportive team. This role would be suitable for an experienced qualified teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to start their career in a secondary school setting after completing their training placements. Join us as we make a difference in the lives of their students and help them unlock their full potential.

The department follows the English Mastery curriculum at Key Stage 3. Their students study challenging literary heritage texts alongside a structured grammar and Reading for Pleasure programme. At Key Stage 4, students follow the AQA syllabus for English Language and English Literature. They are proud of their curriculum map; the skills and knowledge students learn at KS3 and KS4 prepare them for the challenge of A-Level English Literature.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to inspire and educate young minds, encouraging a love for English language and literature.

For more information please read the job description and person specification in the information pack available for download.

They’re looking for an individual who:

• Can deliver engaging and interactive lessons to students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Can articulate a love of their subject
• Is able to communicate effectively with students of all abilities
• Cares about students, their learning, and their futures
• Can manage behaviour effectively to create a safe, respectful and nurturing environment so that students can focus on learning
• Is committed to participating in professional development programmes and will engage in mentoring opportunities provided by the school and network

Their school:

They are aiming to create one of the top performing schools in the UK right here in Hastings. 

The school is a popular and oversubscribed secondary school in Hastings. They have grown from 10 to 12 form entry and operate a ‘One School, Two Campus’ model, which brings with it unique opportunities for career growth and development. The school is on an exciting and rapid journey of improvement under a new leadership team, which is underpinned by research and best practice. They place a primacy on traditional values: discipline, courtesy and respect. Their students are smart and ready to learn and thrive. They are a strict no mobile phone school. 

As part of the the trust network, The school has access to the dedicated support of a highly successful MAT with a well-regarded CPD offer for leaders and teachers at all levels.

In addition, the school is part of the Hastings DfE Education Investment Area giving an

increased focus on the region, potential funding, and genuine opportunities for collaboration between schools.

What they offer: 

• Salary higher than the national pay scales 
• Twice as many training days as standard and network-wide events with the trust's colleagues, held by the best minds in education 
• Weekly staff training designed to meet the needs of the school 
• Coaching for every teacher 
• Protected co-planning time 
• Access to the high-quality, professional development, including nationally recognised qualifications such as the NPQML and NPQSL 
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the network 

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

The trust requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

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To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context.

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