Teacher of English
King James's School
Knaresborough
- Expired
- Salary:
- NQT, MPS or UPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 9 May 2018
Job overview
Two Teachers of English
September 2018 start
NQT, MPS or UPS
Full time (1fte), Permanent
We are seeking applications for two enthusiastic, imaginative and energetic Teachers of English to join our highly successful and supportive team continually performing amongst the top 20%.
King James’s School is a large 11-18 comprehensive school proud to offer a diverse and rich curriculum and is committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. We run a School Direct secondary programme to train the next generation of teachers.
You will be joining a highly community orientated, inspirational and ambitious school. We are seeking an outstanding candidate to support our educational aims who has the vision, drive and interpersonal skills to motivate our students. You will benefit from strong leadership, effective support by colleagues and being part of an ethos that achieves the best possible outcomes for our students.
The English Department is high performing and teaches through to Key Stage 5. At GCSE we use AQA and for A level we use AQA (Language), Edexcel (Literature) and OCR (Media). You will be able to teach across the full age-range, including a considerable Sixth Form.
We welcome you to visit our school before applying. For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit please contact: Sophie Cunningham (Head of English) on 01423 866061.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and approved references.
For further details please refer to our 'Applicant Info Pack' (Candidate Information document).
Completed applications must be submitted via email to recruitment@king-james.n-yorks.sch.uk and received by Thursday 10th May 2018, 08.00am.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th May 2018.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
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About King James's School
- King James's School
- King James Road, Knaresborough
- North Yorkshire
- HG5 8EB
- United Kingdom
King James’s School is a highly successful, mixed comprehensive school at the heart of the community, catering for students aged 11-18. We are dedicated to helping children develop into confident, sensitive and responsible adults who are able to play an active part in society. With a Charter and foundation dating from 1616 we have an enviable tradition, identity and ethos, which is combined with the besting modern curriculum design and innovative teaching and learning. Academically, we maintain the high standards that the parents of Knaresborough have come to expect from the school. We also have a rich profile of extra-curricular activities and we believe in giving parents the opportunity to enjoy the achievements of their children. Our talented and enthusiastic staff ensure that all of our youngsters fulfil their potential.
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