Teacher of English and Whole School Literacy Co-ordinator
The Marvell College
Kingston upon Hull
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR plus TLR2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2017
- Apply by:
- 22 November 2016
Job overview
The Marvell College requires an enthusiastic, dynamic teacher of English who can deliver outstanding outcomes across all areas of the English curriculum and is passionate about raising levels of whole school literacy. This post would be an excellent opportunity for an exceptional NQT or an experienced teacher to join a successful team in a rapidly improving school.
The successful candidate will:
- enjoy the opportunity to innovate and to be part of a vibrant successful team
- be passionate about young people’s learning
- have a clear track record of motivating students in English
- be pro-active in helping to improve outcomes at all key stages
TLR Responsibilities:
- coordinate the whole school Literacy Programme and raise levels of literacy throughout the school (reading, writing and oracy)
- liaise regularly with Literacy Champions across all departments, offering training as appropriate
- develop the use of the Accelerated Reader Programme and other literacy software packages across Key Stage 3 and 4
The English department is a consistently successful department which is currently ranked 3rd in the region for levels of progress - 3LP 84%, 4LP 40%.
If you are interested, please visit our website www.themarvellcollege.com and apply by downloading the teacher application form. All completed application forms must be returned to Mrs G Lenham, The Marvell College, Barham Road, Hull, HU9 4EE or by email recruitment@andrewmarvell.hull.sch.uk. For further information, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Marc Cooper.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The Marvell College is an equal opportunities employer.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 22nd November 2016.
Interviews: week beginning 28th November 2016.
About The Marvell College
- The Marvell College
- Barham Road
- Hull
- HU9 4EE
- United Kingdom
The Marvell College is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school in the East Riding of Yorkshire, serving students from the age of 11-16. The secondary school, situated in Kingston upon Hull has approximately 1129 students on record.
The Marvell College was established in 1953. Formerly Barham High School for girls and Jervis High School for boys, the schools later combined as one co-educational establishment and was renamed Andrew Marvell School. The secondary school converted to academy status in 2016 and changed names to The Marvell College. £27 million has been invested into learning facilities across the academic departments, which include a fully equipped gym, music recording studio, a dance and drama studio and science and eco garden.
Headteacher
Mr Jake Capper
Values and vision
The Marvell College’s vision is to provide all students with the support and encouragement so that they can achieve to the highest of their potential. The secondary school focuses on providing high quality care and teaching to allow for students to progress and succeed. It is important to the school that all students feel welcome, safe and encouraged. The Marvell College nurtures students spiritually, morally, physically and academically and believes that all children have an important role to play in the school community. Students are encouraged to get involved in extra-curricular activities to allow for them to expand their opportunities and experiences outside of the classroom.
Ofsted
“Senior leaders have an accurate, evidence-based view of the school’s strengths and weaknesses. They demonstrate the capacity to continue driving improvements. Pupils’ learning and development is extended and enriched by a growing and well-attended programme of extra-curricular activities.”
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