Head of English Department

We are seeking a highly motivated and inspirational teacher to lead an exciting, rapidly improving English department in our 11-16 school.

We are looking for someone to lead a fantastic team of English teachers, it’s the ideal opportunity for someone looking for a new challenge to build a successful department as the College embarks upon its journey to outstanding.

Gosforth Academy is the Department of Education’s preferred sponsor and it is expected that we will join Gosforth Federated Academies Trust in January 2018. We have already seen the benefits of working closely together across the trust for staff and students and look forward to the exciting possibilities that it will bring.

We are looking for someone who:

• is an innovative practitioner who works tirelessly to create a nurturing environment for their students
• has a passion for the teaching and learning of English
• can inspire and motivate both staff and pupils to achieve their full potential
• is fully committed to the raising of standards across all Key Stages

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Check at Enhanced Level.

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

Telephone Deborah Rees on 0191 2361707, email seatonburncommunity.college@northtyneside.gov.uk or visit our website www.seatonburn.org.uk where a full application pack can be downloaded.

Closing date for applications 12.00 noon, Monday 9th October 2017.

SEATON BURN COLLEGE
A Specialist Business & Enterprise Foundation School
Principal: Steve Campbell, MA
Dudley Lane, Seaton Burn
Newcastle upon Tyne NE13 6EJ
Tel: 0191 2361700
Fax: 0191 2361701