Lead Practitioner - English

Lead Practitioner - English

Hours:            Full Time

Grade:             Lead Practitioner Scale 1- 4

Start Date:  1st September 2021

Responsible to: Head of Department

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner who has the proven ability to lead by example and has the expertise to coach, mentor, inspire and motivate others in delivering high quality teaching and learning to young people engaged in the study of English. You will play a key part in raising the standard of English teaching and learning both within the Department and across our school through your exemplary quality of teaching and by supporting the professional development and training of colleagues.

You will have excellent communication skills and be approachable whether dealing with learners, parents or colleagues. You will need experience in observing and evaluating teaching quality and providing feedback. Just as importantly, you will share our passion of helping every learner achieve their potential in English.  If you have a focus on raising student attainment and a passion for English, and are looking to work in an environment that values the learning of students, we would welcome an application from you.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Take the leading role in supporting the continued improvement of effective teaching and learning in the English department and across the College.
• Working alongside the subject leader and as a member of the Teaching and Learning Team to develop the use of coaching and mentoring techniques and styles to develop teaching practice of all staff.
• Contribute to Teaching and Learning CPD within the College.
• Liaise with partner schools within the MAT to provide support for staff and curriculum opportunities for students.
• Analyse and interpret relevant data, research and other documentation to inform future practice, expectations and teaching methods.

The successful candidate will have a genuine passion to be part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust working at Stoke Damerel Community College, a belief in the potential of every child and that through hard work all students can access and benefit from a university and high level apprenticeship education, and the courage and vision to lead others in making this happen.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All teaching and support members of staff must undertake the required pre-employment checks which include the uptake of references both professional and personal and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

You will have access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and a full range of staff benefits

To apply for a staff vacancy, please register for an online account to complete the application form. Please visit our website www.greenshawlearningtrust.co.uk/join-us/staff

The recruitment process is managed via your online account and you will receive regular notifications regarding the progress of your application.  The completed online application form should be accompanied by a personal statement of suitability of no more than 2 sides of A4.  In the application form and personal statement, you should demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification. Please include specific examples which support your application.

Closing  date:  Monday 15th March,  midday

Interview date: tbc