English Teacher

Cheney School is a popular, high-performing school located in the heart of Oxford serving a diverse community of students who are eager to learn and to be challenged. You can read about our recent Ofsted inspection here: Ofsted Visit

If you are not familiar with Oxfordshire, we would recommend that you take a look at: Living in Oxfordshire - Information for Teachers We are also mindful of the competing demands people face in their lives and are happy to consider part-time applications.

The English Faculty is a key part of Cheney’s success, with 80% of students achieving grade 4 and above in either English Language or English Literature at GCSE last year. We are keen to develop and improve these results even further and we feel that recruiting the best possible teachers is the key to that aim. This role will also require to provide cover for Art lessons. 

You will need to demonstrate that you:

• Are passionate about helping students make excellent progress and reach their potential in English;
• Have a proven track record as an outstanding and creative practitioner;
• Have the desire and enthusiasm to play an active and collaborative role in contributing to a strong culture of sharing best practice, resources and ideas;
• Can demonstrate the talent, interpersonal and leadership skills required to inspire and motivate students.

Visits to the school prior to interview are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or if you would like more information about the role, please contact Charlotte Broom, Assistant Head (English and Literacy), on: cbr@cheney.oxon.sch.uk or by phone on: 01865 755151

Payment is on Teacher Main Scale or Upper Pay scale with the opportunity to take on a senior middle leader role with a commensurate TLR. The position comes with membership of a comprehensive Healthcare Benefits Plan.

How to Apply:

Please download an application pack from below. In addition to your application form please email a letter of application, detailing reasons for your interest in this post and your relevant skills and experience to: vacancies@cheney.oxon.sch.uk

Closing date: 8am, Wednesday 23 May 2018 

Interview date: Friday, 25 May 2018

Oxfordshire Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.