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Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Tes Schools Recruitment

Hillingdon

  • Expired
Salary:
UQT/ECT/PL1/PL2
Job type:
Full Time, Maternity Cover
Start date:
September 2024
Apply by:
19 May 2024

Job overview

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) to join a College based in Hillingdon.

The College is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging English teacher to join their English Department.

The successful candidate will be, above all, passionate about English literature and language. They will be excited about sharing their subject passion with their students and ready to make a mark on their vibrant school community through their teaching. They will be eager to encourage students to find their voice through creative and persuasive writing, public speaking and debating, and determined to foster in all students a love of reading and literary scholarship.

The successful candidate will be required to teach at both KS3 and GCSE level, with A Level being desirable. Commitment to wider school life is expected. They are looking for an excellent candidate and would welcome applications from those seeking either full or part time hours. This is a temporary post to cover a maternity absence and will be for a minimum of two terms.

It is essential that the successful candidate is prepared to contribute to the Department’s extra-curricular activities and participate in planning and attending trips.

About the School:

This College is an independent, academically selective day school for approximately 880 girls aged 3-18. 

Both pupils and staff are encouraged to find and develop their passions and talents, through clubs, societies and an extensive programme of CPD. All members of the NWC community are expected to act with compassion and integrity, with respect for others and the environment and an awareness of global responsibility.  

NWC is at an exhilarating moment in its evolution, with a dynamic and ambitious Senior Leadership Team and a range of new developments (including a Sixth Form Centre and the Alvarium science building).  The successful candidate will be similarly ambitious for the school and ready to make an impact in their vibrant learning community.

Benefits:

They can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

  • Competitive salaries and pay progression 
  • Access to extensive professional development opportunities 
  • Training grants for qualifications
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Free life assurance benefit
  • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
  • A discount of up to 50% on fees for children
  • Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
  • A Cycle to Work scheme
  • Competitive terms and conditions of employment
  • Access to the school gym and swimming pool 
  • Free school lunches 
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts via Pluxee
  • Financial guidance and support

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 22 May 2024. 

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: ME2063324 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.

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