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Lead Practitioner for English

Lead Practitioner for English

Moreton School

Wolverhampton

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Salary:
L4-8 (£51,058 - £56,357) + Welcome Bonus of £5,000 (£2,500 on joining Moreton School, and £2,500 on the start of your second year
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2024 (or before if possible)
Apply by:
12 April 2024

Job overview

Are you a dynamic, passionate, and experienced educator with a zeal for leading teaching and learning in English? Moreton School, located in the vibrant city of Wolverhampton, is seeking a Subject Leader of English to join our dedicated team of exemplary practitioners. If you're ready to make a massive difference in the lives of our children and contribute to a growing and vibrant English department, read on!

After the recent recruitment of an exceptional Subject Leader with a track record of educational excellence, we are now looking to further strengthen our growing English department with an experienced Lead Practitioner of English.

Nestled on the edge of Wolverhampton, Moreton School stands as a beacon of educational excellence in the local community. With a dynamic and inclusive environment, we take pride in our strong sense of togetherness and commitment to providing an outstanding educational experience for all our students. As a high school within the Amethyst Academies Trust, we are driven by the pursuit of excellence and preparing our students for a bright future.

As a Lead Practitioner of English at Moreton School, you will be an essential part of our enthusiastic and innovative Middle Leadership team. Your role involves spearheading positive changes, fostering innovation in teaching, and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our students. With a carefully planned knowledge-rich curriculum, your responsibilities will include inspiring students, preparing them for life beyond Moreton, and instilling a love for learning. I would expect that the successful applicant would be an inspiration and role model for other teachers across the school and would work with the Senior Leadership Team to further improve teaching and learning in all departments.

At Moreton School, we believe in recruiting the best to provide the best for our students. If you share our commitment to excellence, have a passion for leading teaching and learning in English, and want to be a part of our vibrant and growing English department, we invite you to join our team. Together, let's make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. Complete the application form and take the first step towards an exciting journey with Moreton School. Your dedication and passion will be the key to unlocking the potential within every student we serve.

We can offer you:

● A Caring Work Environment: Join a team that values your well-being and understands the importance of family priorities. We pride ourselves on being considerate employers, ensuring a supportive atmosphere that goes beyond professional life.

● Professional Growth: Unlock your potential with our excellent professional development opportunities and guidance. Our comprehensive Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program provides a pathway for progression, empowering you to flourish in your career.

● Embark on the Sixth Form Journey: Be a part of the beginning of a captivating sixth form journey, with the exciting prospect of teaching English at post-16 levels in the future. We are committed to nurturing talent and fostering your professional aspirations.

● Supportive Community: Join a community of friendly and supportive colleagues, led by a strong Head of Department. Collaborate with a team that champions innovation and growth.

● Exceptional Students: Teach and engage with students known for their helpfulness, good manners, and pride in their appearance. Create an inspiring learning environment where students are eager to participate and succeed.

● Vibrant Extracurriculars: Experience a school culture enriched with a wide variety of clubs, trips, events, and opportunities. Beyond the classroom, we believe in providing a holistic educational experience.

● Facilities for Well-Being: Enjoy the convenience of free onsite parking and access to our onsite fitness suite. We believe in promoting a healthy work-life balance and providing facilities that contribute to your overall well-being.

Flexible Planning Time for Excellence:

Experience weekly opportunities to work remotely, providing you with the necessary time and space to meticulously plan high-quality lessons. We prioritize your flexibility and recognize the importance of creating an environment that fosters exceptional teaching.

Join us at Moreton School, where we not only value education but also prioritize the well-being, growth, and fulfilment of our team members. Be a part of a community that fosters excellence in both professional and personal spheres.

 

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About Moreton School

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  • Moreton School
  • Old Fallings Lane, Bushbury, Wolverhampton
  • West Midlands
  • WV10 8BY
  • United Kingdom
+44 190 255 8310

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We are proud to be a part of the Amethyst Academies Trust having joined in March 2017.  Our aim is to provide the very best educational experience for the children of Wolverhampton, which will enable them to become well-rounded individuals who are well prepared for future employment.   To achieve this aim we will be working together as a team alongside families, local primary schools and the wider community.

In our school, every pupil matters.  Every single one deserves the very best education so that they can take their place in the world with confidence and success.  We believe that our knowledge rich curriculum is the essential tool in achieving this and it is at the heart of everything that we do.

Our curriculum is designed to ensure that it is:

  • Challenging and knowledge-rich
  • Creative and engaging
  • Meaningful and purposeful

Academic success is key to increasing the life chances of our students.  We work hard to ensure that all children reach their academic potential in a safe and supportive environment.  In addition, we provide many opportunities for our students to develop as well rounded individuals by taking part in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities ranging from music and sporting activities to experiencing Japanese culture, improving gaming skills, debating or learning chess. Our extensive offer takes place before, during and after the school day and is a hugely important part of life here at Moreton. In addition, numerous residential trips occur throughout the year; Paris, Barcelona and Whitemoor Lakes are regular favourites amongst the students and staff!

Please see our Twitter feed for further insights into daily life at Moreton.  I would be very pleased to welcome you to our school to watch ‘Team Moreton’ in action and see for yourself how we bring ‘education to life’.

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