Teacher of English

Teacher of English 

Scale: MPS/UPS  

Temporary and part time (0.6 fte) maternity cover starting June 2019  

Cardinal Heenan is a harmonious community where students from different backgrounds get on well together, and are respectful of each other and of adults.  We are a truly comprehensive school which believes in achievement for all and are proud to serve the diverse Leeds Catholic community.    While our Catholic ethos sets us apart from other schools’ we welcome staff and pupils from all backgrounds and faiths.

In February 2018 Ofsted judged the school to be `Good' and we are currently searching for committed individuals who wish to join us on our path to `Outstanding'.

We are eager to hear from you if you are:  

• An excellent practitioner who believes that all pupils can achieve. 
• Able to excel in an environment where pupils genuinely enjoy school and have a love of learning. 
• Ambitious for yourself and our pupils, and able to thrive in our supportive, collaborative environment. 

In exchange we will offer you a department that:

• Will encourage and support you in our journey to `Outstanding'
• Works collabaritively, is willing to try new ideas and appreciates change when the intended impact is clear
• Is committed to CPD and preparing teachers for future opportunities that come their way

Further details and Catholic Education Service application forms are available from the school website (www.cardinalheenan.com).   The Catholic Education Service application  form must be completed for your application to be considered.

Please note that covering letters are not required and will not be used as part of the shortlisting or selection process. There is a section of the application form where candidates can offer further information to support their application. This can take the form of a letter of no more than two sides of A4.  

Closing date:  Tuesday 23 April 2019 at 9:00 am

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, hence all appointments made are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.