Teacher of English
Norham High School
North Tyneside
- Expired
- Salary:
- £23,720 - £39,406 pa
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 18 March 2019
Job overview
Teacher of English – 2 posts
Post 1 – full time, permanent
Post 2 – 0.6 fte, permanent
Tel: (0191) 200 5062, Email: Norham.High@northtyneside.gov.uk
Required September 2019. Norham High school is seeking to appoint a Teacher of English who will join and strengthen the Department. We are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher with high expectations, who will be passionate about their subject, able to inspire and motivate young people. They must be committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning, through lesson planning, and high quality assessment.
To be successful, you will:
- be an excellent practitioner who thinks creatively and has the potential and desire to continue to improve
- have a passion for English along with excellent subject knowledge and be able to communicate this to students.
- be an effective and committed team player who values the opportunity to take risks and who relishes challenge.
The School has been through a challenging time recently due to a poor Ofsted report in October 2018, but actions have already been taken to address those issues, particularly around behaviour and progress. The School has already moved forward and the Norham you will experience is not the School reflected in the Ofsted report. We are absolutely committed to continue to improve to secure excellent academic outcomes for our pupils and to ensure that we remove any barriers to learning. That starts with excellent teaching and we would like you to be part of our journey if you are committed to changing the lives of young people through education.
If you would like further information, please contact Lucy Roderick, Headteacher, on (0191) 200 5062
Norham High School is an 11 – 16 comprehensive school serving part of the South East locality of North Shields. The School is working with Churchill Community College and Harton Academy, local outstanding teaching schools, to accelerate progress. These partnerships provides excellent CPD opportunities. The School recognises that its staff are its greatest asset and this is highlighted through our innovative CPD programme. The School is pupil-centred and enables pupils to have a real voice in our current and future improvements.
Applications for this post are invited from people who are keen to join an organisation that is recognised for the high quality care and support it provides for its pupils and staff, its committed staff team and the drive to raise standards at all levels. NQT’s should not apply.
For further information and to download an application form please visit our web-site (Join Us Section) at www.norhamhigh.com or, alternatively, to receive an application pack, telephone the school on 0191 2005062 or email the school at: norham.high@northtyneside.gov.uk.
The closing date for completed applications, to be addressed to Mrs S Lennox, is 12 noon Monday, 18 March 2019
Norham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate.
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About Norham High School
Norham High School is a co-educational secondary school based in North Shields, Tyne and Wear, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Headteacher
Terence Conway
At Norham High School, our motto is ‘Pride, Determination, Strength’.
Norham High School is a diverse family – a team that works together to secure the dreams and aspirations of the children who are at heart of our community. Our pupils wear a lion on their uniform as a symbol of our school, its ethos and its ambition. We are a loyal and proud family who work together for the good of one another and we have pride in the work that we do.
Both staff and pupils show determination in every aspect of their work - only the best will do. As a staff team, we are determined to provide an excellent, broad curriculum for our pupils that will give them opportunities to excel in life. Our pupils - your children - will themselves build a sense of determination and resolve to achieve ambitious goals throughout their school career, and beyond, as they enter further education and the world of work.
We find strength in each other, but also in ourselves. The efficacy that will lead to success is instilled in our pupils from the day they arrive at our school, wearing our lion. Strength of character - the strength to succeed, to endure, to care for one another when times are hard, and to overcome is what makes Norham High School pupils unique. Our pupils stand up for what they believe in, and they use voice in lessons and around school to help us make Norham High School even better for the community we proudly serve.
We believe that every child has the right to an excellent quality of education and an enriching experience - it is our role to support them, both academically and pastorally, so that they grow to be the very best version of themselves. At the heart of our school are our family values and collegiate approach; we support each other and invest in pupils and staff alike, providing a wealth of opportunities to all.
This includes Chromebooks and equipment for all pupils, refurbished classrooms / social areas, new technology for classrooms, and a unique blend of welfare support that promotes a positive work-life balance - colleagues' efforts are genuinely recognised and rewarded.
Behaviour is strong, with exceptional conduct around the school as pupils and staff greet visitors - and each other - with kindness and respect. Pupils take pride in their appearance and are smart, professional, and fully equipped for their learning. Pupils also recognise the efforts of staff and appreciate all we do. In a recent inspection, a pupil told an Ofsted inspector “we are like a massive family”, as such, we look forward to meeting you.
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