Teacher of English

Harris Academy Merton opened in 2006 and serves students from Year 7 to Sixth Form. The Academy achieved a grading of 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in 2008 and repeated this 2012 under the more challenging criteria. The Academy is set in seven acres of land and favourably located for public transport with good local access to bus, mainline train and underground links, as well as on-site parking for vehicles and bicycles.

We require an enthusiastic teacher to join our strong team of English specialists to contribute to raising standards from KS3 to Post 16. The English Department is generously staffed with small class sizes and T.A. support.

The successful candidate will:

• be a specialist to teach English KS3 – KS5
• have knowledge of the KS4 curriculum for both English Language and Literature
• have knowledge of the KS5 curriculum (beneficial but not essential)
• be someone with presence and authority who can deliver consistently good lessons                   
• be a hard-working and enthusiastic team member

We can offer you:

• the opportunity to work within an Academy classified as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted
• a calm, well-disciplined yet positive and innovative learning environment
• excellent facilities and resources for staff and students
• excellent record of GCSE results

We will consider an NQT or experienced teacher. As part of the Harris Federation of Schools you can expect to work in an atmosphere of mutual support and co-operation. We offer an excellent NQT induction programme along with superb professional development and promotion opportunities within both the Academy and the Harris Federation. If you are committed to the learning and well-being of young people we welcome your application.

As part of the Harris Federation of Schools you can expect to work in an atmosphere of mutual support and co-operation. We offer excellent professional development and promotion opportunities within both the Academy and the Harris Federation. If you are committed to the learning and well-being of young people we welcome your application.

You can make a quick and easy online application from any device using our Harris Careers Portal. To download the Candidate Information Pack, which includes the Job Description and Personal Specification, please click here to register and start the application – https://careers.harrisfederation.org.uk/vacancy/teacher-of-english-261126.html

Closing Date 03/05/2016
Interview Date Interviews will be requested as and when applications are received

Harris Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.