Teacher of English - Fixed Term Contract for 12 months only

We are looking to appointment a member of staff to cover a colleague's sabatical for a 12 month period from 1st September 2017 to 31st August 2018.  This post is full time.

If you innovative, passionate about English and raising attainment, able to inspire young people and keen to work with a like-minded, friendly team we want to hear from you.

In addition to these qualities, the English Department at Richard Lander School is looking for someone who wants to

• contribute to our record of results that are above the national average; 
• add to the continual development of schemes of work and practice; 
• and develop their own area of interest and expertise.

If you have are enthusiastic, creative and dynamic with a passion for working with students to develop their independent learning skills in English, then we would very much like to hear from you.

We welcome applications from both experienced Teachers and NQT's.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 3rd February 2017.

You may either apply by downloading the accomanying documents on this page ore visit the school website www.richardlander.co.uk and click on the vacancies tab.   All applications must be submitted on the official school application form, which may be accompanied by a covering letter.

Richard Lander school is an 11-16 community maintained school, which is highly regarded in the area of Truro and oversubscribed. At the heart of our work is a desire to see all our young people develop their gifts and talents to their full potential. Some people call this ambition, we call it 'being the best you can be'.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share in this commitment. Appointment to all these posts are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure