Teacher of English
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Cove School
Hampshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR/UPR
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January or April 2023
- Apply by:
- 14 December 2022
Job overview
Teacher of English
Required for January or April 2023
MPR/UPR
Required for January or April 2023: we are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious English teacher who is knowledgeable and passionate about their subject. This is an exciting opportunity to join a talented and committed English team, at Cove School.
If you are longing to excite children in all aspects of English Language and Literature and you want to work in a forward-thinking school, with a great team of specialists, then this is the place for you! We are a school with a vibrant and thriving CPD programme (Ofsted 2018) and supportive leadership at all levels.
The English Department is a strong curriculum area which consistently achieves good outcomes in all measures. It is a well-resourced area, situated in the main school building. Our aim, quite simply, is to make sure that every child, in every lesson, every day is achieving excellence. That is at the heart of what we believe and strive towards.
Cove School is a happy and supportive place in which to work; with a relentless focus on care and academic excellence for the children of Cove. We work closely with a number of county and national projects focused on developing curriculum wide literacy and oracy skills. Reading is at the heart of the school from dedicated tutor time through to significantly investing in individuals with poor reading skills using the Thinking Reading programme.
We are looking to appoint a colleague who will:
- Engage, enthuse, motivate and challenge students to raise achievement at all levels
- Maintain high standards in Teaching and Learning and student progress
- Have excellent subject knowledge
- Have a keen interest in developing English within the curriculum area
In return you can expect:
- Excellent support and a wide range of opportunities for professional development
- A dedicated team who place students at the heart of everything
- Great students who are proud to be part of the school
- An open and honest professional culture and learning community
- A well-resourced curriculum area including your own laptop
If you are interested in becoming part of our team, building on our success and joining us on our exciting journey to become an outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.
Application Procedure
For further information regarding Cove School, please visit our website www.coveschool.uk and email l.husted@coveschool.uk for an application form and further details.
If you wish to discuss the post further and visit the school, you are very welcome. Please phone the main school line to arrange a time on 01252 542397 or email l.husted@coveschool.uk
Application Procedure: Completed applications should be returned by: Wednesday 14th December 2022
Cove School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
About Cove School
Cove School is a larger than average 11-16 secondary co-educational establishment, located in the north of Hampshire. We are a local authority school within easy commute of London, the historic city of Winchester and the beautiful scenery of the New Forest.
We are a forward thinking, caring and most important of all, happy school. Students of all abilities and social backgrounds work hard to achieve high standards. We pride ourselves on the support and CPD we offer to all staff, especially new staff entering the profession and the school. Having motivated, well-supported staff is key to the future success of every student who enters Cove.
We have developed a strong house system which provides highly effective care, guidance and support to meet the needs of all students. As a result, we are embedding a culture of, "every child, every classroom, every day achieving excellence." This is based around the Cove 5Cs – Courtesy, Cooperation, Commitment, Creativity and Challenge.
Extra-curricular provision is excellent with students having access to a wide range of sports activities, music and drama productions. In addition we offer a wide range of other clubs including science, chess, reading and computing, all of which contribute to the rich range of experiences for students at Cove. We also encourage members of staff to get involved.
Our student profile:
- Just under 1000 students on roll.
- Students eligible for free school meals is below national average.
- Students with disabilities and those with special educational needs is below national average.
- We have a specialist unit for students who are hearing impaired and all rooms are equipped with specialist audio equipment.
- Students from ethnic minorities are below national average.
- Students who enter Cove School from our local primaries are generally above national average in prior attainment.
Please explore our website – www.coveschool.uk - to gain a flavour of what it means to be part of the Cove School community. To gain an even better idea, please do come and visit us and see us in action during the normal school day. We sincerely hope you will be inspired to apply to join us and be a part of the exciting journey we are on.
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