English Teacher

We are a unique Pupil Referral Unit with ‘outstanding’ status.  We aim to make a difference to the education and life chances of vulnerable young people in the London Borough of Sutton.  

We are looking for a dynamic and imaginative teacher to deliver outstanding lessons to our Key Stage 3 and 4 students up to GCSE level, including national governing body awards.   Your primary focus this academic year will be achievement and raising attainment in English.  You will promote high standards of students’ attendance and behaviour and have the ability to engage with their social and emotional needs to overcome their barriers to learning.

You will have:

• Qualified teacher status;

• Proven record of classroom management;

• Experience of working with secondary aged children with emotional and behavioural needs;

• A passion for teaching and making links with other areas of the curriculum.

We offer:

• An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people’s lives;

• Excellent positive development opportunities;

• Class sizes of a maximum of 6 students in KS3 and 8 students in KS4;

• Strong community spirit;

• Staff who are supportive towards each other;

• Excellent teaching assistants and pastoral support;

• A curriculum where personalised learning is at the heart.

Further information about The Limes College and to apply, please visit our website: http://frog.thelimescollege.org.uk/index.phtml?d=530518.  However, we encourage prospective applicants to visit the school or call for an informal conversation on 020 8652 1150.  

Closing Date: Wednesday, 6 February 2019

Interview Date: Tuesday, 12 February 2019

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date, subject to a high response from candidates; therefore, do not hesitate in submitting your application.

The Limes College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.