Teacher of Drama and English

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and excellent classroom practitioner to teach Drama and English at KS3 and KS4. The successful candidate would be required to teach not only KS4 BTEC Performing Arts Drama but also some KS3 and KS4 English Language and Literature. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and ambitious professional to join us at Oasis Academy Mayfield.

It is essential that the appointed candidate is committed to raising levels of attainment and supporting the whole school focus. A willingness to support with offering extracurricular opportunities is preferred. Applications from newly qualified teachers looking to expand and develop will be considered.  

Key responsibilities:

• To teach the classes allocated, and provide a well-planned, challenging and purposeful learning environment for all students. 
• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. To contribute to raising standards of pupil attainment for all pupils.
• Demonstrate optimistic personal behaviour, positive relationships and attitudes towards students, staff, parents, and members of the local community.
•  To support and develop resources to promote high quality teaching in Drama/English lessons.
• To undertake specific duties within the Performing Arts/English faculties, as agreed with the relevant Head of Faculty.

·        Sustain wide, current knowledge and understanding of Drama and English teaching locally, nationally, and globally, and pursue continuous professional development.

Teaching:

·        Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge students

·        Promote good progress and outcomes by students

·        Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

·        Plan and teach well structured lessons

·        Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students

·        Make accurate and productive use of assessment

·        Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.

Care and guidance:

·        Undertake responsibility for a tutor group or for any other arrangement for the care and guidance of students as is required by the Academy.

·        Be prepared to undertake responsibility, as required, for the delivery of the PSHCE programme.

·        Promote good attendance and monitor in accordance with the Academy’s attendance policy.

Wider professional responsibilities:

·        Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the Academy

·        Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

·        Deploy support staff effectively

·        Take responsibility for improving teaching through appropriate professional development, responding to advice and feedback from colleagues

·        Communicate effectively with parents with regard to students’ achievements and wellbeing

Personal and professional conduct:

To uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside Academy, by:

·        treating students with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position

·        having regard for the need to safeguard students’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions

·        showing tolerance of and respect for the rights of others

·        have proper and professional regard for the Academy ethos, policies and practices and maintain high standards in your own attendance, punctuality, and dress.

We will support and invest in you at every step of your career. As part of Oasis Community Learning we place a high value on staff wellbeing and there are a range of additional benefits you’ll receive. These include but are not limited to:

• Opportunities for training and development internally and externally
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
• The opportunity to work with a variety of professionals in the academy and nationally
• Recognition of previously continuous local authority / education service
• Access to free 24/7 counselling service for employees and their families
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Healthcare cash plan 
• A lively environment with colleagues who care

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.

Application Procedure

Please take time to look over the recruitment information attached.

For further information or an informal discussion about the role and the Academy, please contact Assistant Principal, Michael Hall, on 02380 328128 or email Michael.hall@oasismayfield.org

 The Academy reserve the right to close the advert early, should suitable candidates apply. Early applications are therefore, encouraged.

Further information and an application pack can be found on our website Oasis Academy Mayfield jobs | OCL Careers . The application form and details are contained within the “Work with us” section of the website or alternatively contact Anita Horton on 02380 426298.